Vestris Collection

Madame Vestris
LUCIA ELIZABETH VESTRIS (nee Bartolozzi), actress, singer and manager : as Venus in The Paphian Bower

Madame Vestris as Électre in a Tragedy by Prosper Jolyot Crébillon, 1778. Creator: Lenoir, Simon Bernard (1729-1791)
Madame Vestris as Electre in a Tragedy by Prosper Jolyot Crebillon, 1778. Found in the collection of the Comedie Francaise, Paris

Music cover, The Bavarian Girl's Song, Buy a Broom, words by D A O'Meara, arranged by Alexander Lee, sung in character by Madame Vestris, with a view of Mayhew's Music Shop

Toy Theatre, Madame Vestris as Blonda

Vestris, Glover, Williams and Liston in comedy Paul Pry
Madame Vestris, Miss P Glover, Mr Williams and John Liston in the popular comedy by John Poole, Paul Pry, which premiered at the Haymarket Theatre, London, in 1825. circa 1825

Madame Vestris as Don Giovanni
Lucia Elizabeth Vestris (1797-1856), English actress and opera singer, as Don Giovanni. circa 1820

Zephir, 1817-19. 1817-19. Creator: George Cruikshank
Zephir, 1817-19. French male ballet dancer Auguste Vestris

Costume design for the ballet Endymion by Gaetano Vestris, 1773-1778. Creator: Fesch
Costume design for the ballet Endymion by Gaetano Vestris, 1773-1778. Found in the Collection of Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Holcrofts and the Priory, Fulham, (c1878). Creator: Unknown
Holcrofts and the Priory, Fulham, (c1878). View of the Fulham Road, with Holcrofts Hall to the left, and Holcrofts Priory on the right

Signor Vestris, 1907. Marie-Jean-Augustin Vestris, known as Auguste Vestris (1760-1842), was a French dancer. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell. [Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons, Ltd

Satire on Vestris, 1781. Artist: Paul Sandby
Satire on Vestris, 1781. The French dancer Marie-Jean-Augustin Vestris, known as Auguste Vestris (1760-1842). Illustration from Social Caricature in the Eighteenth Century

Madame Vestris, Lucia Elizabeth (Or Elizabetta) Bartolozzi, 1797-1856. British Actress, Opera Singer And Manager. From A Sketch By Queen Victoria Before Her Accession.From The Book " The

LUCIA ELIZABETH MATHEWS (1797-1856). Known as Madame Vestris. English actress and opera singer. When appearing in The Speaking Likeness at the Princess Theatre, London, England, in 1846

The first class dining hall, Interior from the lost liner, V
The dining hall from the lost liner Vestris. The liner was sailing from New York, bound for Barbados. On the 11th November 1928 she sprang a leak during a storm and abandoned off the Virginia Capes

Drawings Prints, Print, Zephir, caricature, male, ballerina, Auguste, Vestris, Artist
Drawings and Prints, Print, Zephir, caricature of the male ballerina Auguste Vestris, Artist, Anonymous, 19th century, Anonymous, 19th century, 1800, 1900, [ca. 1816 or after], 1816

LUCIA ELIZABETH MATHEWS (1797-1856). Known as Madame Vestris. English actress and opera singer. As Don Giovanni in Giovanni in London. English etching, 19th century

Dion Boucicault (also Bourcicault, and Dionysius Lardner Boursiquot) (1820-1890) Irish-born British actor, playwright and producer. Author of Sensation Dramas

AUGUSTE VESTRIS (1760-1842). French dancer. Line engraving, English, 1781

Madame Vestris as Little Pickle
Madame Vestris (Lucia Elizabeth Vestris, 1797-1856) in the role of Little Pickle in The Spoil d Child

Mme Vestris / Susanetta
MADAME VESTRIS alias LUCIA ELIZABETH BARTOLOZZI, also MRS MATHEWS Singer in the role of Susanetta in The Two Figures

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Madame Vestris, a renowned British actress and opera singer, captivated audiences with her versatile talent. Known for her enchanting performances, she left an indelible mark on the world of entertainment. In one music cover titled "The Bavarian Girl's Song, " Madame Vestris showcased her vocal prowess and brought the lyrics to life with her captivating stage presence. Another notable performance was in the Toy Theatre production where she portrayed Blonda, mesmerizing spectators with her impeccable acting skills. Collaborating with other talented actors like Glover, Williams, and Liston in the comedy "Paul Pry, " Madame Vestris proved herself as a versatile performer who could effortlessly switch between genres. Her portrayal of Don Giovanni further solidified her reputation as a multifaceted artist capable of tackling complex roles. Outside of performing arts, Madame it also made contributions to costume design. She collaborated on Gaetano Vestris' ballet "Endymion" and created stunning costumes that added visual splendor to the production. Her influence extended beyond the stage; even Queen Victoria recognized Madame Vestris' talents before ascending to the throne. A sketch by Queen Victoria herself captured Madame Vestris' essence as an actress and opera singer. Throughout history, artists like George Cruikshank depicted scenes featuring Zephir or satirized Madame Vestris in their works. These portrayals serve as testaments to her enduring legacy. From Scottish traveler John o Arnha fighting a kelpy to Signor Vestris making his mark in 1907 - each mention showcases different facets of this remarkable individual's life and career. Madame Lucia Elizabeth Bartolozzi (Elizabetta), known professionally as Madame Vestris, remains an iconic figure whose contributions continue to inspire performers today. Her talent transcended boundaries and left an everlasting impact on the world of theater and opera.