Edmond Rostand Collection

Edmond Rostand
3733522 Edmond Rostand.; (add.info.: Photographic portrait of Edmond Rostand (1868-1918) a French poet and dramatist. Dated 19th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Portrait de Constant Coquelin, dit Coquelin aîné, dans le rôle de Cyrano de Bergerac, 1901. Creator: Theobald Chartran
Portrait de Constant Coquelin, dit Coquelin aine (1841-1909), dans le role de Cyrano de Bergerac, 1901

Sarah Bernhardt in Edmond Rostand's L'Aiglon
3783505 Sarah Bernhardt in Edmond Rostand's L'Aiglon'; (add.info.: Sarah Bernhardt in Edmond Rostand's L'Aiglon)

Edmond Rostand, 1898 (engraving)
1699770 Edmond Rostand, 1898 (engraving) by Nadar, Paul (1856-1939) (after); (add.info.: Edmond Eugene Alexis Rostand (1 April 1868 - 2 December 1918) was a French poet and dramatist.)

Edmond Rostands Play, "Cyrano de Bergerac, "at the Lyceum (litho)
1606234 Edmond Rostands Play, " Cyrano de Bergerac, " at the Lyceum (litho) by Begg, Samuel (fl.1886-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edmond Rostands Play)

Scene from Edmond Rostands play Chantecler (colour litho)
2779582 Scene from Edmond Rostands play Chantecler (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene from Edmond Rostands play Chantecler. The birds of the night)

Edmond Rostand (1868) (b / w photo)
5219950 Edmond Rostand (1868) (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edmond Rostand (1868)

La Samaritaine, 1897 (colour litho)
3702685 La Samaritaine, 1897 (colour litho) by Mucha, Alphonse Marie (1860-1939); Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; Czech, out of copyright

Scene from Edmond Rostands play Chantecler (colour litho)
2782418 Scene from Edmond Rostands play Chantecler (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene from Edmond Rostands play Chantecler)

Edmond Rostand, Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2804963 Edmond Rostand, Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Leandre, Charles (1862-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edmond Rostand)

L Aiglon (colour litho)
2800580 L Aiglon (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: L Aiglon. Postcard, early 20th century. Signed J Fourquier.); © Look and Learn

The cast of Edmond Rostands play Chantecler (colour litho)
2779581 The cast of Edmond Rostands play Chantecler (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The cast of Edmond Rostands play Chantecler)

Edmond Rostand, de l Academie Francaise (coloured photo)
975683 Edmond Rostand, de l Academie Francaise (coloured photo) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edmond Rostand, de l Academie Francaise)

Scene from Cyrano de Bergerac (chromolitho)
1093265 Scene from Cyrano de Bergerac (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene from Cyrano de Bergerac. Liebig educational card.); © Look and Learn

Le cake-walk officiel (colour litho)
3622498 Le cake-walk officiel (colour litho) by Faivre, Jules Abel (1867-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le cake-walk officiel. Illustration from Le Rire, 1902.); © Look and Learn

Edmond Rostand being received into the Academie Francaise (colour litho)
2795731 Edmond Rostand being received into the Academie Francaise (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Poster for Lefevre-Utile. Sarah Bernhardt in the role of Melissinde in La
Poster for Lefevre-Utile. Sarah Bernhardt in the role of Melissinde in " La Princesse Lointaine" by Edmond Rostand, 1904. Private Collection

M. Rostand in his Library, c1902, (1903). Edmond Eugene Alexis Rostand (1868-1918), French poet and dramatist. In 1902 Edmond Rostand became the youngest writer to be elected to the Academie

Edmond Rostand, French poet and dramatist, 1908. Associated with the neo-Romantic movement, Rostand (1868-1918) is best known for his play Cyrano de Bergerac, first performed in 1897

Constant Coquelin as Cyrano. Found in the Collection of Musee d Orsay, Paris

Decorative Panel for Edmond Rostands La Princesse Lointaine with Sarah Bernhardt
XIR895927 Decorative Panel for Edmond Rostands " La Princesse Lointaine" with Sarah Bernhardt (1844-1923), 1890-1910 (lithograph) by Mucha

Constant Coquelin (1841-1909) as Cyrano de Bergerac (oil on canvas)
XIR232809 Constant Coquelin (1841-1909) as Cyrano de Bergerac (oil on canvas) by Chartran, Theobald (1849-1907); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

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Edmond Rostand, a prominent French playwright and poet, left an indelible mark on the world of literature in the late 19th century. Born in 1868, Rostand's talent for storytelling was evident from a young age. His most famous work, "Cyrano de Bergerac, " premiered at the Lyceum theater in 1898 and became an instant success. The play depicted the tragic yet heroic story of Cyrano, a skilled swordsman with an enormous nose who struggled to express his love for Roxane. Rostand's masterful writing brought this tale to life, captivating audiences with its wit and emotional depth. Rostand's creativity extended beyond "Cyrano de Bergerac. " He also wrote plays like "Chantecler, " which explored themes of self-discovery and identity through the eyes of barnyard animals. The vibrant scenes from this play were beautifully captured in colorful lithographs that showcased Rostand's imaginative vision. Throughout his career, Rostand received numerous accolades for his contributions to French literature. In 1901, he was elected to the prestigious Académie Française—an honor reserved for only the most esteemed writers. Beyond his theatrical endeavors, Rostand dabbled in other artistic pursuits as well. He collaborated with illustrators to create stunning lithographs that accompanied publications like Le Rire magazine. These illustrations added another layer of visual appeal to his already captivating works. Rostand's legacy lives on through timeless classics like "Cyrano de Bergerac" and "Chantecler. " His ability to weave intricate narratives filled with passion and humanity continues to inspire generations of artists today. As we look back at these engravings, lithographs, photographs—each capturing different aspects of Edmond Rostand's life—we are reminded of his immense contribution not only to French literature but also to our collective imagination.