Virtuoso Collection

Paganini Kings Theatre
NICCOLO PAGANINI The virtuoso violinist performing at the Kings Theatre, London, in June 1831

The Winter Egg, 1913 (quartz, platinum, orthoclase, diamonds
CH463083 The Winter Egg, 1913 (quartz, platinum, orthoclase, diamonds, gold & demantoid) (see also 463082) by Holmstrom, Albert (1846-1920); height: 10.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Silhouette portrait of Paganini
Silhouette portrait of Niccolo Paganini (1782 - 1840), virtuoso Italian violinist, cut by August Edouart. Paganini considered this to be the only likeness taken of him that was not a caricature

Caricature of Cora Cardigan, flautist
Caricature of Cora Cardigan (Hannah Rosetta Dinah Moulton, 1860-1931), virtuoso flautist who worked mainly in theatres and music halls. She also played the violin. 1883

Frederic Chopin, Polish pianist and composer (engraving)
977926 Frederic Chopin, Polish pianist and composer (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Frederic Chopin (1810-1849)

A Conversation of Virtuosis... at the Kings Arms, 1735, (1947). Creator: Gawen Hamilton
A Conversation of Virtuosis...at the Kings Arms, 1735, (1947). Group portrait of some of the leading British artists and architects of the 1730s who used to meet at the Kings Arms in New Bond Street

Niccolo Paganini, Italian violinist, 19th century. Paganini (1782-1840) was a violinist, violist, guitarist and composer. He is one of the most famous violin virtuosi

Sielsko Anielsko Restaurant, Rynek 17, Henryk Wieniawski virtuoso vilolinist birthplace, Old Town, winter, Lublin, Lublin Voivodeship, Poland

Isaac Stern, Ukrainian-born violin virtuoso
Isaac Stern (1920-2001), Ukrainian-born violin virtuoso. Seen here with a young pupil. Date: circa 1980s

Music. A violin concerto. Illustration by Gulich, Czech Republic, c. 1900 (postcard)
3434112 Music. A violin concerto. Illustration by Gulich, Czech Republic, c.1900 (postcard) by Gulich, John (1864-98) (after); (add.info.: Coll. Part. Music. A violin concerto)

The composer Chopin and the novelist George Sand, 1917 (postcard)
3434117 The composer Chopin and the novelist George Sand, 1917 (postcard) by Karpellus, Adolf (1869-1919); (add.info.: Frederic Chopin et George Sand. Coll. Part)

Frederic Francois Chopin, from Living Biographies of Great Composers
3961016 Frederic Francois Chopin, from Living Biographies of Great Composers by Ross, Gordon (1872-1946); (add.info.: Frederic Francois Chopin, 1810-1849)

A Grand Country Dance, 1805. Creator: Charles Williams
A Grand Country Dance, 1805

ZdeAoka Aierny, the greatest Bohemian violoncellist, 1913 (colour litho)
3702789 Zdeoka AIernA, the greatest Bohemian violoncellist, 1913 (colour litho) by Mucha, Alphonse Marie (1860-1939); 200x124 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Anton Rubinstein, Russian composer, conductor and pianist (b / w photo)
6030562 Anton Rubinstein, Russian composer, conductor and pianist (b/w photo) by Russian Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Anton Rubinstein (1829-1894)

Vincent d Indy French pianist and composer (b / w photo)
6030529 Vincent d Indy French pianist and composer (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vincent d Indy (1851-1931)

Niccolo Paganini, Italian violinist and composer (chromolitho)
972048 Niccolo Paganini, Italian violinist and composer (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Niccolo Paganini (1782-1840), Italian violinist and composer

Anton Rubinstein (1829-94) Conducting (litho)
JEP99779 Anton Rubinstein (1829-94) Conducting (litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

Portrait of Ignacy Jan Paderewski (1860-1941) engraved by Frederick Hollyer (1837-1933
Ma103959 Portrait of Ignacy Jan Paderewski (1860-1941) engraved by Frederick Hollyer (1837-1933) (platinotype) by Burne-Jones

Caricature of Franz Liszt (1811-86) (colour litho)
CHT207464 Caricature of Franz Liszt (1811-86) (colour litho) by Lorentz, Alcide Joseph (1813-p.1858); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French

The Winter Egg, 1913 (quartz, platinum, orthoclase, diamonds
CH463082 The Winter Egg, 1913 (quartz, platinum, orthoclase, diamonds, gold & demantoid) (see also 463083) by Holmstrom, Albert (1846-1920); height: 10.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Nobel Ice Easter Egg, c. 1910 (enamel, platinum, seed pearls, rock crystal & diamonds)
CH465361 The Nobel Ice Easter Egg, c.1910 (enamel, platinum, seed pearls, rock crystal & diamonds) by Faberge, Carl (1846-1920); height: 9.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Vladimir de Pachmann, Russo-German pianist famous for his playing of the works of Chopin (b / w photo)
6030528 Vladimir de Pachmann, Russo-German pianist famous for his playing of the works of Chopin (b/w photo) by European Photographer

Punch cartoon: Anton Rubinstein, Russian pianist (engraving)
6035001 Punch cartoon: Anton Rubinstein, Russian pianist (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Punch cartoon: Anton Rubinstein (1829-1894), Russian pianist

Roped pot, from Igbo-Ukwu 9th - 10th century (leaded bronze)
DBP412904 Roped pot, from Igbo-Ukwu 9th - 10th century (leaded bronze) by Nigerian; height: 32 cm; Private Collection; Photo eDirk Bakker; Nigerian, out of copyright

The pastry department at Sherrys restaurant, New York, 1902 (silver gelatin print)
MNY380767 The pastry department at Sherrys restaurant, New York, 1902 (silver gelatin print) by Byron Company (fl.1890-1942); 27.9x35.6 cm; Museum of the City of New York

Detail of a gentlemans full dress suit, comprising coat, waistcoat and breeches
CH469821 Detail of a gentlemans full dress suit, comprising coat, waistcoat and breeches, 1780s-90s (textile) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English

Feruccio Busoni (chromolitho)
666926 Feruccio Busoni (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Feruccio Busoni. Cigarette card, from series on Musical Celebrities, published by Wills)

The confectionery department at Sherrys restaurant, New York
MNY380768 The confectionery department at Sherrys restaurant, New York, 1902 (silver gelatin print) by Byron Company (fl.1890-1942); 27.9x35.6 cm; Museum of the City of New York

The confectionery department at Hotel Delmonico, 1902 (silver gelatin print)
MNY380630 The confectionery department at Hotel Delmonico, 1902 (silver gelatin print) by Byron Company (fl.1890-1942); 27.9x35.6 cm; Museum of the City of New York, USA; (add.info.: Hotel Delmonico)

Henry Constantine Jennings, the remarkable virtuoso (engraving)
609509 Henry Constantine Jennings, the remarkable virtuoso (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Henry Constantine Jennings)

Portrait of FreIudeIuric Chopin, 1849 (photo)
3427292 Portrait of FreIudeIuric Chopin, 1849 (photo) by Bisson Freres Studio, (fl.1841-64); Private Collection; (add.info.: Frederic Franzois Chopin (1810 - 1849), born Fryderyk Franciszek Chopin

Hans von Buelow, German composer, pianist and conductor (chromolitho)
972140 Hans von Buelow, German composer, pianist and conductor (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hans von Buelow (1830-1894), German composer

Frederic Chopin, Polish, composer and virtuoso pianist (chromolitho)
972139 Frederic Chopin, Polish, composer and virtuoso pianist (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Frederic Chopin (1810-1849), Polish

Illustration from L Architettura Civile (etching)
746822 Illustration from L Architettura Civile (etching) by Bibiena, Ferdinando Galli (1657-1743); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; Italian, out of copyright

Clara: A Bravura, 1802 (coloured engraving)
DEC418512 Clara: A Bravura, 1802 (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); 35.7x23.9 cm; Gerald Coke Handel Collection, Foundling Museum

Louis XV secretaire a abattant (ormolu mounted kingwood, amaranth & marquetry)
CH463010 Louis XV secretaire a abattant (ormolu mounted kingwood, amaranth & marquetry) by Roussel, Pierre (1723-82); 124.5x58.5x35.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French

Portrait of Ignacy Jan Paderewski, 1891 (oil on canvas)
NUL275403 Portrait of Ignacy Jan Paderewski, 1891 (oil on canvas) by Alma-Tadema, Lawrence (1836-1912); 45.7x58.4 cm; Muzeum Narodowe, Warsaw

Niccolo Paganini and Hector Berlioz, after the a fantastic performance of a Symphony
XEE1080234 Niccolo Paganini and Hector Berlioz, after the a fantastic performance of a Symphony, 16th December 1838 (colour litho) by French School

Henry Constantine Jennings. The Remarkable Virtuoso, 1821. Creator: Robert Cooper
Henry Constantine Jennings. The Remarkable Virtuoso, 1821. Portrait of British antiquarian, collector and gambler Henry Constantine Jennings (1731-1819)

Leopold Godowsky performing at the Bechstein Halll, London
Leopold Godowsky (18701938) - Polish-American virtuoso pianist, composer, and teacher - performing at the Bechstein Hall (now the Wigmore Hall), Wigmore Street

Joe Pass, American virtuoso jazz guitarist, London, 1974. Artist: Brian O Connor
Joe Pass, American virtuoso jazz guitarist of Sicilian descent, London, 1974

Chopin, 1895. Frederic Francois Chopin (1810-1849), Polish composer and virtuoso pianist. From The Musical Educator, Volume V by John Greig, M.A. Mus. Doc. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, Edinburgh, 1895]

Franz Liszt, c1860, (1939). Artist: Franz Seraph Hanfstaengl
Franz Liszt, c1860, (1939). Franz Liszt (1811-1886), Hungarian virtuoso pianist and composer. From Verve - Nos. 5-6, July-October 1939. [Verve, France, 1939]

Franz Liszt, 19th century Hungarian virtuoso pianist and composer, (1900). Portrait of Liszt (1811-1886)

Nicolo Paganini, 19th century Italian violinist, violist, guitarist and composer, (1900). Paganini (1782-1840) is one of the most famous violin virtuosi

Portrait of the composer Anton Rubinstein, late 19th century(?). Artist: Mikhail Yarovoy
Portrait of the composer Anton Rubinstein, late 19th century(?). Rubinstein (1829-1894) was a Russian composer, conductor and virtuoso pianist. He founded the St Petersburg Conservatory in 1862

Franz Liszt, Hungarian composer and pianist, 1886. Artist: Nadar
Franz Liszt, Hungarian composer and pianist, 1886. Liszt (1811-1886) was regarded by his contemporaries as the most techically advanced pianist of his time

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"Unveiling the Mastery: A Journey through Virtuoso's Legacy" Step into the enchanting world of virtuosos as we explore their extraordinary talents and timeless contributions. From Paganini's mesmerizing performances at Kings Theatre to the exquisite Winter Egg, adorned with quartz, platinum, orthoclase, and diamonds in 1913. Delve into history with a silhouette portrait capturing the essence of Paganini's genius. Witness Frederic Chopin, the Polish pianist and composer whose engraving immortalizes his profound musicality. Chuckle at a caricature of Cora Cardigan, an exceptional flautist who left audiences spellbound. Discover Isaac Stern, the Ukrainian-born violin virtuoso whose magnetic performances continue to captivate hearts worldwide. Step back in time to witness "A Conversation of Virtuosos. . at the Kings Arms" in 1735 through Gawen Hamilton's remarkable creation. Indulge your senses at Sielsko Anielsko Restaurant on Rynek 17 - birthplace of Henryk Wieniawski, renowned virtuoso violinist. Immerse yourself in music with a postcard illustration from Gulich depicting a captivating violin concerto from Czech Republic around 1900. Witness an intimate moment between composer Chopin and novelist George Sand captured on a postcard from 1917. Learn about Frederic Francois Chopin's life journey through Living Biographies of Great Composers. Transport yourself to a bygone era with Charles Williams' masterpiece "A Grand Country Dance" in 1805 - where virtuosos showcased their skills amidst joyous celebrations. Join us as we celebrate these luminaries who have shaped our cultural landscape with their unparalleled artistry and passion for music.