Pantalone Collection

COMMEDIA DELL ARTE. Pantalone, the Dupe, in a performance of the Italian Commedia dell Arte. French woodcut, 17th century

Scene from "Jack and the Bean-Stalk" at the Adelphi Theatre, 1856. Creator: Unknown
Scene from "Jack and the Bean-Stalk" at the Adelphi Theatre, 1856. London stage production. The Pantomime at this theatre is distinguished from the general character of these performances

Pantaloon and the Doctor Fighting with Columbine and Brigatella in the Garden, c. 1729. Creator: Johann Jakob Schübler
Pantaloon and the Doctor Fighting with Columbine and Brigatella in the Garden, c. 1729

Mezzetin and Harlequin, Disguised as the Captain, Disrupt Pantaloon's Dinner, c. 1729

Mezzetin and Harlequin Use the Picture Frame to Catch Pantaloon and Pierrot, c. 1729. Creator: Johann Jakob Schübler
Mezzetin and Harlequin Use the Picture Frame to Catch Pantaloon and Pierrot, c. 1729

Surprise (w / c on paper)
STC133208 Surprise (w/c on paper) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Pantalon, from the Masks and Characters of Italian Theatre edition of Le Journal des Dames et des Modes
STC133478 Pantalon, from the Masks and Characters of Italian Theatre edition of Le Journal des Dames et des Modes, engraved by Henri Reidel (fl.1914-20) 1914 (colour litho) by Brunelleschi

Gilles from Personages de Comedie, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
2966856 Gilles from Personages de Comedie, pub. 1922 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Drunken actors (chromolitho)
3622252 Drunken actors (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Drunken actors.); © Look and Learn

Set of six vignettes depicting characters from the Commedia dell Arte, c
CHT170425 Set of six vignettes depicting characters from the Commedia dell Arte, c.1900 (colour litho) by Bertelli, (fl.1900); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Music cover (detail), The Pantomime Quadrille, performed at Julliens Promenade Concerts, Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, London. circa 1849

Music cover, The Pantomime Quadrille, performed at Julliens Promenade Concerts, Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, London. Including music for Girls and Boys Come Out to Play

Pickings from the Pantomimes, Judy magazine
Pickings from the Pantomimes, January 1882. 1882

Elephantine Performances, pub. c. 1854 (hand coloured etching)
2493170 Elephantine Performances, pub. c.1854 (hand coloured etching) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Pantalone (chromolitho)
734613 Pantalone (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pantalone. Liebig card)

Pantalone, 1618 / 1620. Creator: Jacques Callot
Pantalone, 1618/1620

Two Pantaloons Dancing, c. 1622. Creator: Jacques Callot
Two Pantaloons Dancing, c. 1622

Two Pantaloons Dancing, c. 1617. Creator: Jacques Callot
Two Pantaloons Dancing, c. 1617

Pantaloons, 1632. Creator: Stefano della Bella
Pantaloons, 1632

Characters, from Jack the Giant Killer, Plate 8 for a Toy Theater, 1870-90

Elephantine Performances, pub. C. 1854 (hand coloured etching)

The Strolling Players (Los comicos ambulantes), 1793
The Strolling Players (Los co micos ambulantes), 1793. Found in the Collection of Museo del Prado, Madrid

Harlequinade in a Sleeping Beauty pantomime - Harlequin, Pantaloon, Columbine and Clown. circa 1900s

Stealing Pantalones food on a Christmas and New Year card
Harlequin and Columbine stealing Pantalones food and drink on a Christmas and New Year card (they are passing it through the windows to a Clown on the other side). (2 of 2) Date: circa 1890s

Jacques Callot, French (1592-1635), Pantalone, 1618-1620, etching and engraving

Actors of the Commedia dell Arte (oil on canvas)
XIR192846 Actors of the Commedia dell Arte (oil on canvas) by Bunel, Francois (c.1522-c.1599); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Beziers, France; (add.info.: Personnages de la Comedie Italienne; ); French

COMMEDIA DEL ARTE, 17th C. Pantalone, the Dupe, in a performance of the Italian Commedia dell Arte: French woodcut, 17th century

Satirical cartoon, raising a balloon
Satirical cartoon, Moyen infaillible d enlever les Ballons -- a group of commedia dell arte characters trying to raise a balloon on a wooden frame. circa 18th century

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"Pantalone: The Timeless Fool of Commedia dell'Arte" Step into the world of Italian theater and meet Pantalone, the beloved dupe in the vibrant performances of Commedia dell'Arte. With his distinctive red costume and hunched back, Pantalone brings laughter and mischief to every stage. In a whimsical Harlequinade rendition of Sleeping Beauty, Pantalone's antics steal the show. As he tries to sneakily snatch food from others on a Christmas and New Year card, his mischievous nature shines through. But don't be fooled by his foolishness. Underneath that comedic facade lies surprises waiting to unfold. A clever wink or a hidden message written on paper adds an extra layer of intrigue to this iconic character. Pantalon's legacy is beautifully captured in Henri Reidel's enchanting engraving from Le Journal des Dames et des Modes. The vivid colors bring out the essence of this timeless figure, transporting us back to 1914 when it was first published. Gilles, another memorable character from Personages de Comedie, joins Pantalone in our journey through time. This pochoir print from 1922 showcases their dynamic chemistry as they navigate the comical world together. Even offstage, we catch glimpses of Pantalone's influence on popular culture. In a chromolitho depicting drunken actors, we see how his spirit lives on beyond traditional theater settings. A set of six vignettes captures various characters from Commedia dell'Arte with Pantalone at its heart. Each scene tells a different story but unites them all under the charm and wit that this character embodies. Music covers like "The Pantomime Quadrille" pay homage to pantomimes where Pantalone thrives alongside other colorful personalities. These melodies transport us into worlds filled with laughter and wonderment. Judy magazine presents "Pickings from the Pantomimes, " showcasing the enduring popularity of this theatrical tradition.