Moliere Collection (page 7)

MOLIERE (1622-1673). Pseudonym of Jean-Baptiste Poquelin. Lithograph, French, 19th century, after a painting by Pierre Mignard (1612-1695)

MOLIERE

Hommage to Homer (tapestry)
XIR901453 Hommage to Homer (tapestry) by Ingres, Jean Auguste Dominique (1780-1867) (after); Musee Ingres, Montauban, France; (add.info.: Hommage eHomAeAšre); French, out of copyright

Un Scapin or ScAeene de comedie, c. 1863-1865 (oil on wood)
XIR898732 Un Scapin or ScAeAšne de comedie, c.1863-1865 (oil on wood) by Daumier, Honore (1808-79); 32.5x24.5 cm; Musee d Orsay, Paris, France; (add.info.: Un Scapin)

The character of Argan in Act I Scene II, from Le Malade Imaginaire by Moliere
XJF465168 The character of Argan in Act I Scene II, from Le Malade Imaginaire by Moliere, engraved by Ludwig Wolff (engraving) by Geffroy, Edmond A.F

Pierre-Michel Alix after Jean-Franazois Garnerey (French, 1762 - 1817), J.B. Poquelin de Moliere, color aquatint

A Scene from Le Malade Imaginaire by Moliere, etched by Charles Jean Louis Courty, c
XJF441960 A Scene from Le Malade Imaginaire by Moliere, etched by Charles Jean Louis Courty, c.1872 (etching) by Boucher, Francois (1703-70) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Moliere (oil on canvas)
XIR781334 MoliAšre (oil on canvas) by Mignard, Pierre (1612-95); Bibliotheque de la Comedie Francaise, Paris, France; (add.info.: Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, known by his stage name MoliAšre)

Bust of Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, known as Moliere, 1781 (terracotta) (b / w photo)
XIR616909 Bust of Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, known as Moliere, 1781 (terracotta) (b/w photo) by Houdon, Jean-Antoine (1741-1828); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Orleans

Moliere for the judges of Pluto, Jacobus Harrewijn, 1683

Scene from Lubbert Lubbertze, ennobled peasant, an imitation by M. van Breda of George Dandin by Moliere, Jacobus Buys, 1761

Ed 45a fol. 138 Performance of La Princesse Elide, second day of Les
XIR187833 Ed 45a fol.138 Performance of La Princesse Elide, second day of Les Plaisirs de l Ile Enchantee, 8th May 1664 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Silvestre, Israel

Jourdain Fences his Maid, Nicole with his Wife Looking
BAL16242 Jourdain Fences his Maid, Nicole with his Wife Looking on. Scene From Le Bourgeois Gentilhomme, Act III, Scene 3 (oil on canvas) by Leslie

Pocquelin in the Role of Mascarille (oil on stone)
XIR156704 Pocquelin in the Role of Mascarille (oil on stone) by French School, (17th century); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

First Promotion of the Order of Saint Louis, 10th May 1693 (oil on canvas)
XIR128198 First Promotion of the Order of Saint Louis, 10th May 1693 (oil on canvas) by Marot, Francois (1666-1719); 51x76 cm; ChAteau de Versailles

Title page for: The Life of Monsr Moliere, 1705, Caspar Luyken, Nicols ten Hoorn, 1705

The Miser, Comedian, Rienk Jelgerhuis, 1760 - 1770

MOLIERE AND LOUIS XIV. Moliere Breakfasting with Louis XIV at Versailles. Photogravure after a painting by Jean-Leon Gerome, late 19th century

THEATRE: VERSAILLES. A performance of Molieres Le Malade Imaginaire in Versailles
THEATRE: VERSAILLES. A performance of Molieres " Le Malade Imaginaire" in Versailles during the reign of Louis XIV

Antique illustration of actor in 17th century costume
Antique illustration of 19th century French actor Joseph-Charles Delaunay performing as Clitandre, a character from the comedy The Learned Ladies by MoliAšre (17th century)

Design for Mozarts Don Giovanni, 1875. Opera by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791), Austrian composer, first performed in Prague in 1787

Design for Mozarts Don Giovanni, 1875. Opera by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791), Austrian composer, first performed in Prague in 1787

Farceurs French and Italian characters from the Comedia del Arte. The Captain 5th from left, Harlequin 6th from left. French playwright Moliere (1622-1673) on left. Anonymous: 17th century

Audience in theatre during performance of Imaginary Invalid by Moliere
Spain, 18th century. Minorca: the audience in a theatre during a performance of The Imaginary Invalid by Moliere

Statue of the playwright Moliere outside the threatre, Old City, Avignon, Rhone Valley, Provence, France, Europe

Theatre with statue of the playwright Moliere, Old City, Avignon, Rhone Valley, Provence, France, Europe

Moliere, Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, Called
VEGA CARPIO, F lix Lope de (1562-1635). El esclavo de Roma, comedy by Lope de Vega edited in Barcelona by Sebasti

MARSILLACH, Adolfo; MOLIERE, Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, called (1622-1673). Film and theatre author, actor and director.;

MOLIERE, Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, called (1622-1673)

Moliere / Precieuses
LES PRECIEUSES RIDICULES Madelon Date: 1659

LOUIS XIV & MOLIERE. Moliere breakfasting with Louis XIV at the court in Versailles, France, c1665. Engraving after Jean Leon Gerome

MOLIERE (1622-1673). Pseudonym of Jean Baptiste Poquelin. French actor and playwright. Steel engraving, English, 1833

MOLIERE (1622-1773). Pseudonym of Jean Baptiste Poquelin. French actor and playwright. Frontespiece of Molieres comedy Monsieur de Pourceaugnac, 1670

MOLIERE (1622-1673). Jean Baptiste Poquelin Moliere. French playwright. Moliere in the role of Caesar in Corneilles Mort de Pompee. Oil on canvas, 17th century, attributed to Nicholas Mignard

MOLIERE: PLAY, 1670. Scene from Molieres 1670 comedy Monsieur de Pourceaugnac. Line engraving after Antoine Coypel (1661-1722)

BOURGEOIS GENTILHOMME. Title page for the 1670 publication of Molieres com

MOLIERE / SGANARELLE. Moliere (1622-1673) in the role of Sganarelle: French engraving, 17th century
MOLIERE/SGANARELLE. Moliere (1622-1673) in the role of Sganarelle: French engraving, 17th century

MOLIERE: PRÉCIEUSES, 1682. A scene from Molieres Les Pr

MOLIERE (1622-1673). Pseudonym of Jean Baptiste Poquelin. French actor and playwright. Copper engraving, 1685, after Pierre Mignard

MOLIERE: MALADE IMAGINAIRE. The Hypochondriacm, by Moliere (Pseudonym of Jean Baptiste Poquelin). French actor and playwright. Line engraving, 1734, after Francois Boucher

Artist in his studio, painting a female model

Coquelin(A) / Precieuses
CONSTANT COQUELIN Aine (elder) French actor in Molieres Les Precieuses Ridicules Date: 1841 - 1909

Moliere / Femmes Savantes
LES FEMMES SAVANTES Act three, scene five Pardon me, sir, I don t speak Greek ! Date: first performed 1666

Biscegliese / Sand / 1680
L AVARE The miser Harpagon asks whether one eats to live or lives to eat ? Date: 1668

SCENE FROM LES FACHEUX
Scene from LES FACHEUX - judging from appearances, a servant is about to be struck with his masters cane for letting his hat fall on the floor. Date: first performed 1661

EMIL JANNINGS (1884-1950). German actor. Jannings as Orgon in the German film Tartuffe, 1926, after Molire
EMIL JANNINGS (1884-1950). German actor. Jannings as Orgon in the German film Tartuffe, 1926, after Molière

PLIT2A-00032
Dinner at the house of Moliere at Auteuil, France, 1600s. Photogravure reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Moliere / Scapin
LES FOURBERIES DE SCAPIN Scapin plots revenge

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Moliere, the renowned French playwright of the 17th century, stands as a pillar in the world of literature alongside his contemporaries La Fontaine and Racine. Born in 1622 during the reign of Louis XIII, Moliere's comedic genius brought laughter to audiences across France. Imagine a scene at Versailles where Louis XIV himself sits down for breakfast with Moliere, discussing their latest artistic endeavors. The king's patronage allowed Moliere to flourish and create timeless masterpieces such as "Tartuffe, " exposing hypocrisy with wit and satire. In another corner of history, we find ourselves transported to Mozart's opera "Don Giovanni" from 1787. This particular scene captures the essence of Moliere's influence on future generations through his captivating storytelling. Amongst his vast repertoire, two plays stand out: "Le Malade Imaginaire" and "Le Misanthrope. " In these works, Moliere delves into themes of hypochondria and misanthropy respectively, showcasing his ability to explore complex human nature while maintaining an air of comedy. Brecourt's play titled "L'Ombre de Molière" pays homage to this literary giant by depicting a scene inspired by one of his famous works. It serves as a testament to how deeply ingrained Moliere's legacy is within French culture. The illustrations accompanying editions of Moliere's works further immortalize him in art history. François Boucher’s enchanting illustration for the edition published in 1734 depicts a scene from "Le Dépit Amoureux, " capturing both beauty and humor simultaneously. One cannot forget Scapin’s Furries - an iconic moment that has been frequently depicted throughout time - where Argante hides behind Scapin while Silvestre threatens him with drawn swords. This scene showcases not only physical comedy but also highlights the enduring popularity of this theatrical piece.