Fantaisie Collection

Fantasy wall hanging, circa 1900. Wooden pelmet, velvet lambrequin, plush drapes, gourgouran curtains, silk blind and chair. Planche 21. Croisee Fantaisie

Fantaisie
This illustration shows the definitive figure of a young woman wearing a matching red hat and coat, holding out a wreath in appreciation, with one hand resting on her bicycle

Zouave tenue de Fantaisie (chromolitho)
730404 Zouave tenue de Fantaisie (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Zouave tenue de Fantaisie)

Russian-style wall hanging, circa 1900. Canvas lambrequin and curtains, silk window screen, armchair. Planche 20. Croisee Russe. Lambrequin toile ou serge, ton creme, applications de laine

Frontispiece of the score sheet for La Boheme by Puccini
CHT277815 Frontispiece of the score sheet for La Boheme by Puccini, early twentieth century (colour litho) by French School

La Minerve, fantaisie scientifique du physicien aeronaute Robertson (1803) (engraving)
5228263 La Minerve, fantaisie scientifique du physicien aeronaute Robertson (1803) (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: La Minerve)

Landscape mountain lake castle background oil
Landscape with mountain lake and castle in the background, oil on zinc sheet, 29 x 36.5 cm, Inscribed, signed and dated on the back :, Fantaisie [/ sic], by, Isaac Furstenberger, 1823

Le Palais de Pluton Livre nouveau douze morceaux
Le Palais de Pluton, Livre nouveau de douze morceaux de fantaisie: utile a divers usages dedie a Monseigneur Louis Antoine de Pardaillan de Gondrin, duc d Antin, Lajoue, Jacques de, French

Un Philosophe Detail du Tableau Fantaisie decorative
Un Philosophe (Detail du Tableau Fantaisie decorative) by T. Lobrichon; Adolphe Braun & Cie (French, 1876 - 1889); 1880s; Albumen silver print

Model wearing a version of the fex 1933
Model wearing a very fetching brimless hat, expressed in a modish straw fabric, finished with a feather fantaisie that is held in position with a neat cravet bow. 1913

Programme cover for Paris Fantaisie, 1933
Programme cover for Paris Fantaisie, staged at the Prince of Wales Theatre (described as Londons Folies Bergere), London, 1933. Art work probably by Louis Curti. Date: 1933

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"Embracing the World of Fantaisie: A Journey Through Art and Imagination" Step into a realm where reality intertwines with dreams, as we explore the captivating world of "fantaisie. " From exquisite wall hangings to enchanting chromolithos, this collection transports us back to the early 1900s, where fantasy reigned supreme. Marvel at the intricate details of a Russian-style wall hanging, its vibrant colors breathing life into every thread. Transported further in time, we encounter a frontispiece from Puccini's La Boheme score sheet – an invitation to immerse ourselves in the passionate melodies that stir our souls. Delve into scientific wonders with La Minerve, a fantastical journey crafted by physicist-aeronaut Robertson in 1803. Its engravings depict a world beyond comprehension – one where imagination knows no bounds. Witness fashion's flirtation with fantasy as models don versions of fex 1933 garments. These avant-garde creations push boundaries and challenge conventional notions of style. Return to decorative artistry through whimsical wallpaper designs showcased within sample interiors. Each pattern tells its own story, inviting us to escape reality and embrace our wildest imaginings. Intriguingly mystical is Marc-Antoine Raimondi's depiction of "The Carcass, " an artwork that blurs lines between life and death. Meanwhile, Callot's portrayal of celebrations for the Duc de Lorraine invites us into opulent festivities filled with revelry and grandeur. Finally, let your gaze rest upon the mesmerizing visage of Bacchante – a fantasy head exuding ethereal beauty and mysticism. It serves as a reminder that even within our own beings lies untapped potential for extraordinary experiences. Join us on this visual odyssey through centuries past; indulge your senses in these glimpses into fantastical realms created by visionary artists who dared to dream beyond the ordinary.