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Charivari Collection

"Charivari: A Historical Journey through Art and Society" Step into the world of "charivari

Background imageCharivari Collection: Charivari for a widow wanting to remarry (litho)

Charivari for a widow wanting to remarry (litho)
7186076 Charivari for a widow wanting to remarry (litho) by French School, (15th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charivari for a widow wanting to remarry)

Background imageCharivari Collection: Full page from Punch magazine - July 12, 1856 - featuring an article - Rude Questions to

Full page from Punch magazine - July 12, 1856 - featuring an article - Rude Questions to a Wife. Date: 1856

Background imageCharivari Collection: Poster advertising Au Nain Bleu, c. 1890 (colour litho)

Poster advertising Au Nain Bleu, c. 1890 (colour litho)
CHT360267 Poster advertising Au Nain Bleu, c.1890 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: oldest and most famous toyshop in Paris)

Background imageCharivari Collection: The charivari (gravure)

The charivari (gravure)
3620949 The charivari (gravure) by Leloir, Maurice (1853-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: The charivari. Le charivari)

Background imageCharivari Collection: Carte de visite du Charivari, 1867 (engraving)

Carte de visite du Charivari, 1867 (engraving)
3471711 Carte de visite du Charivari, 1867 (engraving) by Hadol, Paul (1835-1875); Private Collection; (add.info.: The team at Le Charivari with portraits of the principal writers)

Background imageCharivari Collection: Faraday Giving his Card to Father Thames, from Punch, 21 July 1855 (engraving)

Faraday Giving his Card to Father Thames, from Punch, 21 July 1855 (engraving)
TRI142391 Faraday Giving his Card to Father Thames, from Punch, 21 July 1855 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); The Royal Institution, London, UK; eRoyal Institution; English

Background imageCharivari Collection: The Hotpot Carried to the Newlyweds; or The Racket, ca. 1633. Creator: Abraham Bosse

The Hotpot Carried to the Newlyweds; or The Racket, ca. 1633. Creator: Abraham Bosse
The Hotpot Carried to the Newlyweds; or The Racket, ca. 1633

Background imageCharivari Collection: Charivari, ca. 1633. Creator: Abraham Bosse

Charivari, ca. 1633. Creator: Abraham Bosse
Charivari, ca. 1633

Background imageCharivari Collection: WW1 - Lord Derbys Recruitment Drive - November 17th 1915

WW1 - Lord Derbys Recruitment Drive - November 17th 1915
WW1 - Derbys Day - A cartoon, or satorical print from the magazine Punch on the subject of recruitment for the army, during the First World War

Background imageCharivari Collection: Day You Do Pay-Twenty-Five-Degree Heat Un jour ou l

Day You Do Pay-Twenty-Five-Degree Heat Un jour ou l
Artokoloro

Background imageCharivari Collection: Charivari ca 1633 Etching engraving first state

Charivari ca 1633 Etching engraving first state
Artokoloro


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"Charivari: A Historical Journey through Art and Society" Step into the world of "charivari, " a term that has been associated with various cultural phenomena throughout history. From its depiction in lithographs to engravings, this captivating concept has left an indelible mark on art and society. In a lithograph from Punch magazine, dated July 12, 1856, we witness the intriguing story of a widow seeking to remarry. The charivari becomes her companion as she navigates societal expectations and rude questions thrown at her. Moving forward to c. 1890, an enchanting color litho poster advertises Au Nain Bleu. This vibrant artwork captures the essence as it entices viewers with its allure and charm. A gravure showcasing "The Charivari" takes us deeper into its historical significance. We delve into the origins of this tradition, exploring how it evolved over time and became ingrained in different cultures. An engraving from 1867 presents us with a carte de visite du Charivari. This visual representation allows us to glimpse into the past and understand how people celebrated joyous occasions through lively festivities. Traveling back even further in time, we encounter Abraham Bosse's works from ca. 1633 - "The Hotpot Carried to the Newlyweds; or The Racket" and "Charivari. " These etchings offer glimpses into raucous celebrations filled with music, dance, and revelry. Fast-forwarding to World War I era, Lord Derby's Recruitment Drive is depicted in another piece related to charivari. It showcases how this tradition was adapted during times of conflict for patriotic purposes. Lastly, we stumble upon an intriguing titled artwork called "Day You Do Pay-Twenty-Five-Degree Heat Un jour ou l.