Monnier Collection

Portrait of Henry Monnier (1799-1877), 1840. Creator: Gavarni, Paul (1804-1866)
Portrait of Henry Monnier (1799-1877), 1840. Private Collection

Portrait of Henry Monnier (1799-1877), 1843. Creator: Gavarni, Paul (1804-1866)
Portrait of Henry Monnier (1799-1877), 1843. Private Collection

Don Basilio. Pen and ink sketch of the character from Beaumarchias play Le Mariage de Figaro
544318 Don Basilio. Pen and ink sketch of the character from Beaumarchias play Le Mariage de Figaro. Henri Monnier (1805-1877) French cartoonist

Henry Monnier, from Galerie contemporaine, litteraire, artistique, 1876-81

The Society Man (Monsieur Joseph Prudhomme), 1874. Creator: Henry Bonaventure Monnier
The Society Man (Monsieur Joseph Prudhomme), 1874

The Two Gossips (Les Deux Commeres), 1832. Creator: Henry Bonaventure Monnier
The Two Gossips (Les Deux Commeres), 1832

Inn and Post Office, 1830, (1943). Creator: Eugene Louis Lami
Inn and Post Office, 1830, (1943). A group of men stand outside the Coach and Horses Inn. Stables or inns were used as posts for the despatch and reception of mail by horse or coach

A Bedroom at an Inn, 1830, (1943). Creator: Eugene Louis Lami
A Bedroom at an Inn, 1830, (1943). Interior with a four-poster bed, fireplace, and washstand. The bed is so high that a set of steps has been provided to climb up to it

Mosaic binding signed by Le Monnier and bearing the monogram of Maria Josepha of Saxony, c1750 (19 Artist: Le Monnier)
Mosaic binding signed by Le Monnier and bearing the monogram of Maria Josepha of Saxony, c1750 (1947). From The Art of the French Book, edited by Andre Lejard. [Paul Elek, London, 1947]

Sophie de Monnier, 19th century. Artist: Ferdinand
Sophie de Monnier, (19th century)

The monthly nurse, 19th century. Artist: Lavieille
The monthly nurse, 19th century

Portrait of Empress Elizabeth Alexeievna, Princess Louise of Baden (1779-1826), 1802. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Portrait of Ekaterina Fyodorovna Muravyova-Apostol, nee Kolokoltseva (1771-1848). From a private collection

The Judge and the Litigants, 1866. Artist: Henry Bonaventure Monnier
The Judge and the Litigants, 1866

Portrait of Empress Elizabeth Alexeievna, 1805. Artist: Jean Laurent Monnier
Portrait of Empress Elizabeth Alexeievna, 1805. German princess Louise of Baden (1779-1826) married the future Tsar Alexander I of Russia in 1793

Le Char de l Etat Navigue sur un Volcan, 1871. Artist: Henry Bonaventure Monnier
Le Char de l Etat Navigue sur un Volcan, 1871

Character, 1853. Artist: Henry Bonaventure Monnier
Character, 1853

Joseph Prudhomme, c1825-1877. Artist: Henry Bonaventure Monnier
Joseph Prudhomme, c1825-1877

Basile, c1825-1877. Artist: Henry Bonaventure Monnier
Basile, c1825-1877

Two Characters, c1825-1877. Artist: Henry Bonaventure Monnier
Two Characters, c1825-1877

The Couple with the Bouquet, c1825-1877. Artist: Henry Bonaventure Monnier
The Couple with the Bouquet, c1825-1877

A Couple, c1825-1877. Artist: Henry Bonaventure Monnier
A Couple, c1825-1877

Henri Bonaventure Monnier 1840 Paul Gavarni French
Henri (Bonaventure) Monnier, 1840. Paul Gavarni (French, 1804-1866). Lithograph

The Monthly Nurse. circa 1840

The Fruiterer. circa 1840

The Dilettante. circa 1840

The Charwoman. circa 1840

The Attorney. circa 1840

The Actresss Mother. circa 1840

The Artists Friend. circa 1840

Henry-Bonaventure Monnier - French playwright
Henry-Bonaventure Monnier (1799-1877) - French playwright, caricaturist and actor. Date: 1875

Henry Monnier Photo
HENRY BONAVENTURA MONNIER French caricaturist and writer, photographed in 1875. Date: 1805 - 1877

Sophie Marquise Monnier
SOPHIE, marquise de MONNIER French aristocrat, friend of Mirabeau. Date: 1754 - 1789

Drawings Prints, Drawing, Self-Portrait Monsieur Prudhomme, Artist, Henry-Bonaventure Monnier
Drawings and Prints, Drawing, Self-Portrait as Monsieur Prudhomme, Artist, Henry-Bonaventure Monnier, French, Paris 1799-1877 Paris, Monnier, Henry-Bonaventure, 1799, 1877, ca. 1850-60, 1845, 1865

Henry Bonaventure Monnier, French (1805-1877), Artois, 1869, pen and red ink and watercolor over graphite

Picture of a man, 1853. Watercolour by Henri Monnier (1805-1877) French cartoonist

Portrait of Joseph Prudhomme. Watercolour by Henri Monnier (1805-1877) French cartoonist. The Prudhommes were a bourgeois French couple created by Monnier in about 1830

Don Basilio. Pen and ink sketch of the character from Beaumarchias play Le Mariage de Figaro. Henri Monnier (1805-1877) French cartoonist

Couple with a Bouquet. Watercolour by Henri Monnier (1805-1877) French cartoonist. Man Woman

Study of two men, one holding a top hat. Wash. Henri Monnier (1805-1877) French cartoonist

The Couple. Watercolour by Henri Monnier (1805-1877) French cartoonist

The Judge and the Plaintiffs, 1866. Watercolour. Henri Monnier (1805-1877) French playwright, caricaturist and actor

HATS FOR 1929
A hat described as a cloche but with a drooping broad brim & large ribbon bow hatband; beret style hat in two colours with a trailing ribbon tie trim

Modern carvings by D. Monnier on wall of tow path beside River Lot, near St. Cirq-Lapopie, east of Cahors, Midi-Pyrenees, France, Europe

Angler, Seine (Monnier)
Angler on the Seine

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"Monnier: A Master of Satirical Art and Social Commentary" Step into the world of Henri Monnier, a renowned French cartoonist whose pen and ink sketches brought characters from Beaumarchias play Le Mariage de Figaro to life. With his keen eye for detail and wit, Monnier captured the essence of Don Basilio, creating a timeless portrayal that continues to resonate. In Galerie contemporaine, litteraire, artistique, Monnier's talent shines through as he presents Henry Bonaventure Monnier - The Society Man (Monsieur Joseph Prudhomme). This iconic piece showcases his ability to satirize societal norms with humor and precision. Another gem in Monnier's collection is The Two Gossips (Les Deux Commeres), an 1832 masterpiece that delves into the intricacies of human interaction. Through this work, he skillfully exposes the foibles and idiosyncrasies of gossiping individuals while inviting us to reflect on our own behavior. Eugene Louis Lami collaborated with Monnier on Inn and Post Office as well as A Bedroom at an Inn. These collaborative pieces transport us back in time to witness scenes filled with vibrant characters engaging in everyday activities. Their attention to detail creates a sense of authenticity that allows us to immerse ourselves fully in these captivating moments. Le Monnier's mosaic binding signed by Maria Josepha of Saxony showcases not only his artistic prowess but also his versatility across different mediums. This stunning creation bears witness to Le Monnier's ability to blend beauty with functionality seamlessly. Sophie de Monnier takes center stage in Ferdinand's portrait from the 19th century. Here we see her grace and elegance captured for eternity—a testament both to Ferdinand's skill as an artist and Sophie de Monniers' timeless allure. Moving away from portraiture, Lavieille brings forth The Monthly Nurse—a humorous depiction highlighting the challenges and quirks of this profession.