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Sganarelle Collection

"Sganarelle: The Comedic Genius of Moliere's Masterpiece" Step into the world of Moliere's iconic character, Sganarelle

Background imageSganarelle Collection: Don Juan, Sganarelle and the Beggar, from The Savoy No. 8, 1896

Don Juan, Sganarelle and the Beggar, from The Savoy No. 8, 1896. Illustration for Molieres " Don Juan". Published in " The Best of Beardsley" edited by R. A

Background imageSganarelle Collection: Don Juan, Sganarelle and the Beggar (lithograph)

Don Juan, Sganarelle and the Beggar (lithograph)
3097883 Don Juan, Sganarelle and the Beggar (lithograph) by Beardsley, Aubrey (1872-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Don Juan, Sganarelle and the Beggar)

Background imageSganarelle Collection: Sganarelle in L Ecole des Maris by Moliere

Sganarelle in L Ecole des Maris by Moliere
STC130626 Sganarelle in L Ecole des Maris by Moliere, premiered 24th June 1661 at the Palais-Royal Theatre, Paris (pen, ink & w/c on paper) by French School

Background imageSganarelle Collection: Don Juan and the Commendatore, illustration from Act IV Scene 12 of Don Juan

Don Juan and the Commendatore, illustration from Act IV Scene 12 of Don Juan
CHT287236 Don Juan and the Commendatore, illustration from Act IV Scene 12 of Don Juan, or Le Festin de Pierre by Moliere

Background imageSganarelle Collection: 'La Statue du Commandeur'at the Prince of Waless Theatre, the Statue comes to Supper (engraving)

"La Statue du Commandeur"at the Prince of Waless Theatre, the Statue comes to Supper (engraving)
1047477 " La Statue du Commandeur" at the Prince of Waless Theatre, the Statue comes to Supper (engraving) by May

Background imageSganarelle Collection: Frontispiece illustration from Le Mariage force by Moliere

Frontispiece illustration from Le Mariage force by Moliere
CHT279768 Frontispiece illustration from Le Mariage force by Moliere, engraved by Jean Sauve (fl.1660-91) c.1664 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Brissart

Background imageSganarelle Collection: Don Juan and the Commendatore, frontispiece illustration from Don Juan

Don Juan and the Commendatore, frontispiece illustration from Don Juan
CHT279764 Don Juan and the Commendatore, frontispiece illustration from Don Juan, or Le Festin de Pierre by Moliere, engraved by Jean Sauve (fl.1660-91) edition 1682 (engraving) (b/w photo)

Background imageSganarelle Collection: Sganarelle (engraving)

Sganarelle (engraving)
5227379 Sganarelle (engraving) by Boucher, Francois (1703-70) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sganarelle. Illustration for Francois Boucher by Paul Mantz (A Quantin)

Background imageSganarelle Collection: Frontispiece to Molieres 'Sganarelle, ou le Cocu Imaginaire'

Frontispiece to Molieres "Sganarelle, ou le Cocu Imaginaire"
Frontispiece to Molieres " Sganarelle, ou le Cocu Imaginaire" (The Imaginary Cuckold), ca. 1732

Background imageSganarelle Collection: Sganarelle, 1868. Creator: L Wolff

Sganarelle, 1868. Creator: L Wolff
Sganarelle, 1868. The character of Sganarelle in " Le Medecin malgre lui" (in English: The doctor/physician in spite of himself), a farce by Jean Baptiste de Moliere, first staged in 1666

Background imageSganarelle Collection: Moliere / Medecin Malgre

Moliere / Medecin Malgre
LE MEDECIN MALGRE LUI Sganarelle : Nous avons change tout cela... We have changed all that, and now we practise medicine in an altogether new way... Date: 1666

Background imageSganarelle Collection: Jean-Baptiste Moliere

Jean-Baptiste Moliere
JEAN-BAPTISTE MOLIERE French playwright and actor, in the role of Sganarelle, in his own play L Ecole des Maris (1661) (from a painting at the Comedie Francaise) Date: 1622 - 1673

Background imageSganarelle Collection: AM170720 083484

AM170720 083484
8, AM170720 083484

Background imageSganarelle Collection: Don Juan and the Commendatore, illustration from Don Juan, or Le Festin de Pierre

Don Juan and the Commendatore, illustration from Don Juan, or Le Festin de Pierre
XIR248215 Don Juan and the Commendatore, illustration from Don Juan, or Le Festin de Pierre by Jean-Baptiste Poquelin (1622-73) known as Moliere

Background imageSganarelle Collection: MOLIERE, Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, called (1622-1673)

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

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


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"Sganarelle: The Comedic Genius of Moliere's Masterpiece" Step into the world of Moliere's iconic character, Sganarelle, as he takes center stage in various artistic renditions. From his memorable role in "Don Juan" to his hilarious encounters with beggars and statues, Sganarelle never fails to captivate audiences with his wit and charm. In "Sganarelle in L Ecole des Maris, " we witness the comedic genius at its finest as he navigates through a web of misunderstandings and marital dilemmas. His expressive face and exaggerated gestures bring laughter to all who behold him. The lithograph depicting "Don Juan, Sganarelle, and the Beggar" from The Savoy No. 8 transports us back to 1896 when this timeless tale first graced the stage. Sganarelle's interactions with Don Juan showcase their contrasting personalities, making for an entertaining spectacle that has stood the test of time. Another captivating illustration captures the intense encounter between Don Juan and the Commendatore in Act IV Scene 12. As Sganarelle stands by his master's side, one can almost feel the tension emanating from this dramatic moment. But it is not only on stage where Sganarelle shines; even on paper or engraving, his presence is felt deeply. In Le Mariage force by Moliere's frontispiece illustration or Molieres' "Sganarelle ou le Cocu Imaginaire, " we see how artists have immortalized this beloved character throughout history. One cannot forget Jean-Baptiste Moliere himself - a playwright whose brilliance brought characters like Sganarelle to life. His mastery over comedy allowed him to create unforgettable scenes that still resonate today. Whether portrayed by actors or depicted through art forms such as engravings or lithographs, Sganaralle remains an enduring symbol of wit and humor.