Pauline Viardot as Orfeo in the opera Orpheo ed Euridice by Ch, Gluck, 1890

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Pauline Viardot as Orfeo in the opera Orpheo ed Euridice by Ch, Gluck, 1890

Pauline Viardot as Orfeo in the opera Orpheo ed Euridice by Ch. Gluck, 1890. Found in the collection of I. Turgenev Memorial Museum, Moscow

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1890 Book Design Composer Garc A Viardot Gluck I Turgenev Memorial Museum Ivan Turgenev Pauline Viardot Turgenev Turgenyev Viardo Viardot Viardot Garcia

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This print captures the legendary Pauline Viardot in her iconic role as Orfeo in the opera "Orpheo ed Euridice" by Christoph Willibald Gluck. Taken in 1890, this image showcases Viardot's remarkable talent and stage presence that made her one of the most celebrated singers of her time. The photograph is a testament to Viardot's ability to embody the character of Orfeo, a mythical musician who descends into the underworld to rescue his beloved Euridice. Her expressive face conveys both sorrow and determination, while her elegant posture exudes grace and strength. Displayed at the I. Turgenev Memorial Museum in Moscow, this portrait not only highlights Viardot's contribution to French theatre and opera but also serves as a reminder of Ivan Turgenev's admiration for her artistry. As an anonymous woodcut from a book design, it represents an important piece of graphic arts history. Viardot was known for pushing boundaries within the world of opera and ballet, challenging traditional gender roles by performing male roles such as Orfeo with unparalleled skill. This image encapsulates her groundbreaking career that paved the way for future generations of female performers. With its timeless beauty and historical significance, this print is a treasure that allows us to glimpse into the mesmerizing world of 19th-century French theatre and experience firsthand Pauline Viardot's extraordinary talent as she brings Gluck's masterpiece to

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