Fraud Blocker Skip to main content

Semiramide Collection

"Semiramide: A Captivating Tale of Power, Love, and Tragedy" Step into the world of "Semiramide, " a grand opera that has captivated audiences for centuries

Background imageSemiramide Collection: The Sisters Marchisio, 1860 (engraving)

The Sisters Marchisio, 1860 (engraving)
1579584 The Sisters Marchisio, 1860 (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving depicting the Sisters Marchisio, as 'Semiramide' and 'Arsace', at the Grand Opera, Paris)

Background imageSemiramide Collection: Queen Semiramis, 1630. Creator: Cecco Bravo, (Francesco Montelatici) (1601-1661)

Queen Semiramis, 1630. Creator: Cecco Bravo, (Francesco Montelatici) (1601-1661)
Queen Semiramis, 1630. Found in the Collection of the Palazzo Pretorio, Prato.

Background imageSemiramide Collection: Section and interior of the Great Pyramid. The floating gardens, 1801. Creator: Fischer von Erlach

Section and interior of the Great Pyramid. The floating gardens, 1801. Creator: Fischer von Erlach
Section and interior of the Great Pyramid. The floating gardens, 1801. Private Collection

Background imageSemiramide Collection: Hall in an Assyrian palace. Reconstruction, 1849. Creator: Layard, Sir Austen Henry (1817-1894)

Hall in an Assyrian palace. Reconstruction, 1849. Creator: Layard, Sir Austen Henry (1817-1894)
Hall in an Assyrian palace. Reconstruction (From "The Nineveh Court in the Crystal Palace" by Austen Henry Layard), 1849. Private Collection

Background imageSemiramide Collection: Assyrian army crosses a river, 885-860 BC. Creator: Assyrian Art

Assyrian army crosses a river, 885-860 BC. Creator: Assyrian Art
Assyrian army crosses a river, 885-860 BC. Found in the Collection of the British Museum

Background imageSemiramide Collection: Queen Semiramide (chromolitho)

Queen Semiramide (chromolitho)
734749 Queen Semiramide (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Queen Semiramide)

Background imageSemiramide Collection: Semiramide (litho)

Semiramide (litho)
3091490 Semiramide (litho) by Dodge, William de Leftwich (1867-1935) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Semiramide. Illustration for The Great Operas edited by James W Buel)

Background imageSemiramide Collection: The Sisters Marchisio, as 'Semiramide'and 'Arsace, 'at the Grand Opera, Paris (engraving)

The Sisters Marchisio, as "Semiramide"and "Arsace, "at the Grand Opera, Paris (engraving)
1612525 The Sisters Marchisio, as " Semiramide" and " Arsace, " at the Grand Opera, Paris (engraving) by English School

Background imageSemiramide Collection: In the Opera of 'Semiramide, 'at the Royal Italian Opera, Covent Garden (engraving)

In the Opera of "Semiramide, "at the Royal Italian Opera, Covent Garden (engraving)
1095834 In the Opera of " Semiramide, " at the Royal Italian Opera, Covent Garden (engraving) by English School

Background imageSemiramide Collection: Madame Catalani in the title role of Semiramide, 1806 (colour litho)

Madame Catalani in the title role of Semiramide, 1806 (colour litho)
619512 Madame Catalani in the title role of Semiramide, 1806 (colour litho) by Dighton, Robert (1752-1814); Private Collection; (add.info.: Angelica Catalani (1780-1849) was an Italian opera singer

Background imageSemiramide Collection: Semiramide, Act I scene xi

Semiramide, Act I scene xi
LLM454571 Semiramide, Act I scene xi by Dodge, William de Leftwich (1867-1935) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Semiramide, Act I scene xi)

Background imageSemiramide Collection: Overture to Semiramide (colour litho)

Overture to Semiramide (colour litho)
6031577 Overture to Semiramide (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Overture to Semiramide)

Background imageSemiramide Collection: The Closing Scene in the Grand Opera of 'Semiramide, 'at Covent Garden Theatre (engraving)

The Closing Scene in the Grand Opera of "Semiramide, "at Covent Garden Theatre (engraving)
1587096 The Closing Scene in the Grand Opera of " Semiramide, " at Covent Garden Theatre (engraving) by English School

Background imageSemiramide Collection: Scene from the tragedy of Semiramis by Voltaire (1694-1778

Scene from the tragedy of Semiramis by Voltaire (1694-1778
CHT247113 Scene from the tragedy of Semiramis by Voltaire (1694-1778) (pen & ink and w/c on paper) by Desprez, Louis Jean (1743-1804); Institut Tessin, Hotel de Marle, Paris

Background imageSemiramide Collection: The Confusion of Tongues, 1600s. Creator: Mander, Karel van, the Elder (1548-1606)

The Confusion of Tongues, 1600s. Creator: Mander, Karel van, the Elder (1548-1606)
The Confusion of Tongues, 1600s. Found in the Collection of Slovak National Gallery, Bratislava

Background imageSemiramide Collection: Giuditta Pasta (1798-1865) as Semiramide in the Opera by Gioachino Rossini, 1828

Giuditta Pasta (1798-1865) as Semiramide in the Opera by Gioachino Rossini, 1828. Private Collection

Background imageSemiramide Collection: Stage design for the opera Semiramide by Gioachino Rossini, 1823

Stage design for the opera Semiramide by Gioachino Rossini, 1823. Private Collection

Background imageSemiramide Collection: The Tower of Babel

The Tower of Babel. Private Collection

Background imageSemiramide Collection: Regina Semiramide

Regina Semiramide. Private Collection

Background imageSemiramide Collection: Semiramis Called to Arms

Semiramis Called to Arms. Private Collection

Background imageSemiramide Collection: The Tower of Babel Stele, 604-562 BC

The Tower of Babel Stele, 604-562 BC. Found in the Collection of The Schoyen Collection

Background imageSemiramide Collection: Semiramis Called to Arms, 1645

Semiramis Called to Arms, 1645. Private Collection

Background imageSemiramide Collection: Semiramis Building Babylon, 1861 (oil on canvas)

Semiramis Building Babylon, 1861 (oil on canvas)
XIR82837 Semiramis Building Babylon, 1861 (oil on canvas) by Degas, Edgar (1834-1917); 151x258 cm; Musee d Orsay, Paris, France; (add.info.: Seven wonders of the ancient World; ); French

Background imageSemiramide Collection: The Nine Worthies and the Nine Worthy Women, detail of Semiramis, 1418-30 (fresco)

The Nine Worthies and the Nine Worthy Women, detail of Semiramis, 1418-30 (fresco)
XAL200026 The Nine Worthies and the Nine Worthy Women, detail of Semiramis, 1418-30 (fresco) by Jaquerio, Giacomo (fl.1403-53); Castello della Manta, Saluzzo

Background imageSemiramide Collection: OPERA HOUSE: OPENING, 1847. Interior of the Royal Italian Opera House at Covent Garden

OPERA HOUSE: OPENING, 1847. Interior of the Royal Italian Opera House at Covent Garden, London, England, during the opening of Rossinis Semiramide, 1847. Contemporary English engraving

Background imageSemiramide Collection: SEMIRAMIDE SET DESIGN, 1824. Set design by Alessandro Sanquirico for Act II, scene

SEMIRAMIDE SET DESIGN, 1824. Set design by Alessandro Sanquirico for Act II, scene iv of Gioacchino Rossinis opera Semiramide, an interior view of the sanctuary

Background imageSemiramide Collection: OPERA: SEMIRAMIDE, 1842. The concluding scene of Gioacchino Rossinis opera Semiramide

OPERA: SEMIRAMIDE, 1842. The concluding scene of Gioacchino Rossinis opera Semiramide, from an 1842 performance at the Covent Garden Theatre, London, England. Contemporay English wood engraving


All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

"Semiramide: A Captivating Tale of Power, Love, and Tragedy" Step into the world of "Semiramide, " a grand opera that has captivated audiences for centuries. Inspired by the legendary Queen Semiramide, this masterpiece brings together the genius of Botticelli's artistry and Alessandro di Mariano dei Filipepi's musical brilliance. Immerse yourself in the enchanting chromolitho depiction of Queen Semiramide, her regal presence emanating from every brushstroke. The litho portrayal transports you to an era where power and beauty intertwined. Witness the mesmerizing performance at the Grand Opera in Paris as The Sisters Marchisio embody Semiramide and Arsace. Their talent breathes life into these iconic characters, leaving spectators spellbound. Travel across borders to Covent Garden Theatre in London, where another engraving captures a scene from this captivating opera. Feel your heart race as Madame Catalani takes on the title role with unparalleled grace and skill in 1806. Experience Act I Scene xi unfold before your eyes—a pivotal moment filled with suspense and emotion that will leave you on the edge of your seat. This scene showcases both tragedy and triumph as secrets unravel amidst stunning visuals. Journey back in time through Karel van Mander's painting depicting "The Confusion of Tongues. " Explore how ancient myths intertwine with Voltaire's tragic tale of Semiramis—an inspiration for this timeless opera. Let your imagination run wild as you listen to the Overture to "Semiramide. " Its vibrant colors leap off its lithographic print, setting hearts ablaze even before a single note is played. Finally, witness the closing scene at Covent Garden Theatre—an engraving that immortalizes one last glimpse into this epic story. Emotions run high as fate unfolds its final hand—love lost forevermore.