Auteur Dramatique Collection

Moliere at Louis XIV's table, in front of his library filled with books, 1891 (Engraving)
7418365 Moliere at Louis XIV's table, in front of his library filled with books, 1891 (Engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: Moliere at Louis XIV's table)

Desdemone (young wife of the Venetian general Othello known as The Moor) in the opera Othello
DUV4199205 Desdemone (young wife of the Venetian general Othello known as The Moor) in the opera Othello (Othello or The Moor of Venice) by Giuseppe Verdi (1887)

Portrait of actor John Palmer in the role of Warwick, in William Shakespeare's play Henry VI (1564-1616)
FLO4568568 Portrait of actor John Palmer in the role of Warwick, in William Shakespeare's play Henry VI (1564-1616). Drawing by Parkinson

Portrait of actor James William Dodd in the role of Mercutio in William Shakespeare's play Romeo and Juliet
FLO4568561 Portrait of actor James William Dodd in the role of Mercutio in William Shakespeare's play Romeo and Juliet (1564-1616)

Portrait of actor Matthew Clarke in the role of Henry VIII dazns the piece of the same name by William Shakespeare
FLO4568543 Portrait of actor Matthew Clarke in the role of Henry VIII dazns the piece of the same name by William Shakespeare (1564-1616)

Portrait of actor John Henderson in the role of the Danish Prince in Hamlet by William Shakespeare (1564-1616)
FLO4568529 Portrait of actor John Henderson in the role of the Danish Prince in Hamlet by William Shakespeare (1564-1616), representing holding a skull for " Helas

Portrait of actress Jane Lessingham in the role of Ophelia in William Shakespeare's play "Hamlet"
FLO4568458 Portrait of actress Jane Lessingham in the role of Ophelia in William Shakespeare's play "Hamlet" (1564-1616)

Oaks and Briers (Timon of Athens). Handcoioured botanical illustration drawn
FLO4633833 Oaks and Briers (Timon of Athens). Handcoioured botanical illustration drawn and lithographed by Jane Elizabeth Giraud from The Flowers of Shakespeare, Day and Haghe, London

Cowslip Burnet, Clover, Docks, Thistles, Kecksies and Burs (King Henry V)
FLO4633752 Cowslip Burnet, Clover, Docks, Thistles, Kecksies and Burs (King Henry V). Handcoioured botanical illustration drawn

Daffodils, Violets, Primroses, Oxlips, Crownimperial, Lilies and Flower-de-Lace (The Winter's Tale)
FLO4633879 Daffodils, Violets, Primroses, Oxlips, Crownimperial, Lilies and Flower-de-Lace (The Winter's Tale). Handcoioured botanical illustration drawn

Ancient musical instruments and masks. A Greek barbiton or harp (1), a mask of Hercules furens of Euripides (2)
FLO4593644 Ancient musical instruments and masks. A Greek barbiton or harp (1), a mask of Hercules furens of Euripides (2), a mask of Thai from Terence's play of the Eunochs (3)

Lilies and Roses (King John). Handcoioured botanical illustration drawn and lithographed by Jane Elizabeth Giraud
FLO4633737 Lilies and Roses (King John). Handcoioured botanical illustration drawn and lithographed by Jane Elizabeth Giraud from The Flowers of Shakespeare, Day and Haghe, London

Moss, Mistletoe and Yew (Titus Andronicus). Handcoioured botanical illustration drawn
FLO4633815 Moss, Mistletoe and Yew (Titus Andronicus). Handcoioured botanical illustration drawn and lithographed by Jane Elizabeth Giraud from The Flowers of Shakespeare, Day and Haghe, London

Samphire (King Lear). Handcoioured botanical illustration drawn and lithographed by Jane Elizabeth Giraud from The
FLO4633729 Samphire (King Lear). Handcoioured botanical illustration drawn and lithographed by Jane Elizabeth Giraud from The Flowers of Shakespeare, Day and Haghe, London

Portrait of actress Priscilla Hopkins, in the role of Lavinia in the play "Titus Andronicus." by William
FLO4568719 Portrait of actress Priscilla Hopkins, in the role of Lavinia in the play "Titus Andronicus." by William Shakespeare (1564-1616)

Portrait of actress Sophia Baddeley in the role of Joan the Maid, in the play Henrry VI by William Shakespeare
FLO4568633 Portrait of actress Sophia Baddeley in the role of Joan the Maid, in the play Henrry VI by William Shakespeare (1564-1616)

Portrait of actress Ann Barry, in the role of Constance, for the play "King John" by William Shakespeare
FLO4568625 Portrait of actress Ann Barry, in the role of Constance, for the play "King John" by William Shakespeare (1564-1616)

Portrait of actress Mary Bulkley in the role of Madame Ford in The Joyeuses Merchants of Windsor by William Shakespeare
FLO4568522 Portrait of actress Mary Bulkley in the role of Madame Ford in The Joyeuses Merchants of Windsor by William Shakespeare (1564-1616)

Portrait of actor Samuel Reddish (1735-1785) in the role of Edgar in William Shakespeare's play King Lear
FLO4568446 Portrait of actor Samuel Reddish (1735-1785) in the role of Edgar in William Shakespeare's play King Lear (1564-1616)

Ninon de Lenclos or Anne " Ninon" de l'Enclos, 1616-1705, French author
FLO4572067 Ninon de Lenclos or Anne " Ninon" de l'Enclos, 1616-1705, French author, courtesan and patron of the young Moliere and Voltaire

Jocaste and one of his two sons Illustration for Act IV of "La Thebaide ou les Freres ennemies" by Jean
JEB4839806 Jocaste and one of his two sons Illustration for Act IV of "La Thebaide ou les Freres ennemies" by Jean Racine (1639-1699) Engraving of 1816.; (add.info)

Illustration for Scene 2 of Act IV of " Alexander the Great" by Jean Racine (1639-1699) Engraving of 1816
JEB4839792 Illustration for Scene 2 of Act IV of " Alexander the Great" by Jean Racine (1639-1699) Engraving of 1816.; (add.info)

Roxane receives the proof of love of Bajazet and Atalide Illustration for Scene 3 of Act IV of " Bajazet" by
JEB4839783 Roxane receives the proof of love of Bajazet and Atalide Illustration for Scene 3 of Act IV of " Bajazet" by Jean Racine (1639-1699) Engraving of 1816.; (add.info)

Mr. Edmund Kean as Richard, Duke of Gloucester, later King Richard the Third
FLO4594838 Mr. Edmund Kean as Richard, Duke of Gloucester, later King Richard the Third, in Shakespeare's " Richard III" at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane

Red-rose and White rose (King Henry VI). Handcoioured botanical illustration drawn
FLO4633759 Red-rose and White rose (King Henry VI). Handcoioured botanical illustration drawn and lithographed by Jane Elizabeth Giraud from The Flowers of Shakespeare, Day and Haghe, London

Carnations and Gilly flowers (Winter's Tale). Handcoioured botanical illustration drawn
FLO4633869 Carnations and Gilly flowers (Winter's Tale). Handcoioured botanical illustration drawn and lithographed by Jane Elizabeth Giraud from The Flowers of Shakespeare, Day and Haghe

Crimson Rose (Midsummer Night's Dream). Handcoioured botanical illustration drawn
FLO4633865 Crimson Rose (Midsummer Night's Dream). Handcoioured botanical illustration drawn and lithographed by Jane Elizabeth Giraud from The Flowers of Shakespeare, Day and Haghe, London

Fanny Cooper as Helena, Athenian lady, in Shakespeare's "Midsummer Night's Dream, " mid 19thC
FLO4655617 Fanny Cooper as Helena, Athenian lady, in Shakespeare's "Midsummer Night's Dream, " mid 19thC

Portrait of actor Joseph Vernon, in the role of Thurio, in the play Les Deux Gentilshommes de Verone by William
FLO4568731 Portrait of actor Joseph Vernon, in the role of Thurio, in the play Les Deux Gentilshommes de Verone by William Shakespeare (1564-1616)

Portrait of actor William Brereton, in the role of Troilus for the play Troilus et Cressida by William Shakespeare
FLO4568687 Portrait of actor William Brereton, in the role of Troilus for the play Troilus et Cressida by William Shakespeare (1564-1616)

Portrait of actor Richard Yates, in the role of Malvolio, for William Shakespeare's play LA nuit des rois
FLO4568659 Portrait of actor Richard Yates, in the role of Malvolio, for William Shakespeare's play LA nuit des rois (1564-1616)

Portrait of actress Mary Ann Yates, in the role of Isabella, for William Shakespeare's piece Measure for Measure
FLO4568627 Portrait of actress Mary Ann Yates, in the role of Isabella, for William Shakespeare's piece Measure for Measure (1564-1616)

Portrait of Robert Baddely (1733-1794) in the role of Trinculo in the play La Tempete by William Shakespeare (1564-1616)
FLO4568596 Portrait of Robert Baddely (1733-1794) in the role of Trinculo in the play La Tempete by William Shakespeare (1564-1616)

Portrait of actress Elizabeth Hartley (1750-1824) in the role of Hermione in William Shakespeare's Winter Tale
FLO4568595 Portrait of actress Elizabeth Hartley (1750-1824) in the role of Hermione in William Shakespeare's Winter Tale (1564-1616)

Portrait of actress Maria Macklin in the role of Helena in William Shakespeare's play Tout est bien qui fin bien
FLO4568585 Portrait of actress Maria Macklin in the role of Helena in William Shakespeare's play Tout est bien qui fin bien (1564-1616)

Portrait of actor David Garrick in the role of Macbeth, play by William Shakespeare (1564-1616)
FLO4568580 Portrait of actor David Garrick in the role of Macbeth, play by William Shakespeare (1564-1616). It is fashionable 18th century suit, with stockings, panties and wig

Portrait of actor John Dunstall in the role of Syracuse's dromio in William Shakespeare's play The Comedy of
FLO4568547 Portrait of actor John Dunstall in the role of Syracuse's dromio in William Shakespeare's play The Comedy of Errors (1564-1616)

Portrait of actor William Thomas Lewis in the role of the Prince of Wales in William Shakespeare's play Henry IV
FLO4568493 Portrait of actor William Thomas Lewis in the role of the Prince of Wales in William Shakespeare's play Henry IV (1564-1616).; (add.info)

Oak and Myrtle (Measure for Measure). Handcoioured botanical illustration drawn
FLO4633860 Oak and Myrtle (Measure for Measure). Handcoioured botanical illustration drawn and lithographed by Jane Elizabeth Giraud from The Flowers of Shakespeare, Day and Haghe, London

Honeysuckles (Much Ado About Nothing). Handcoioured botanical illustration drawn
FLO4633852 Honeysuckles (Much Ado About Nothing). Handcoioured botanical illustration drawn and lithographed by Jane Elizabeth Giraud from The Flowers of Shakespeare, Day and Haghe, London

Small Flower or poppy (Romeo and Juliet). Handcoioured botanical illustration drawn
FLO4633718 Small Flower or poppy (Romeo and Juliet). Handcoioured botanical illustration drawn and lithographed by Jane Elizabeth Giraud from The Flowers of Shakespeare, Day and Haghe, London

Roses of the Spring (primrose or cowslip). Handcoioured botanical illustration drawn
FLO4633867 Roses of the Spring (primrose or cowslip). Handcoioured botanical illustration drawn and lithographed by Jane Elizabeth Giraud from The Flowers of Shakespeare, Day and Haghe, London

Briers, Furzes, Gorse and Thorn (The Tempest). Handcoioured botanical illustration drawn
FLO4633830 Briers, Furzes, Gorse and Thorn (The Tempest). Handcoioured botanical illustration drawn and lithographed by Jane Elizabeth Giraud from The Flowers of Shakespeare, Day and Haghe, London

Lavender, Mines, Savory, Marjoram and Marigold (Winter's Tale). Handcoioured botanical illustration drawn
FLO4633811 Lavender, Mines, Savory, Marjoram and Marigold (Winter's Tale). Handcoioured botanical illustration drawn and lithographed by Jane Elizabeth Giraud from The Flowers of Shakespeare

Willow, Crow flowers, Nettles, Daisies, and Long-purples (Hamlet). Handcoioured botanical illustration drawn
FLO4633703 Willow, Crow flowers, Nettles, Daisies, and Long-purples (Hamlet). Handcoioured botanical illustration drawn and lithographed by Jane Elizabeth Giraud from The Flowers of Shakespeare

Rosemary, Pansies, Fennel, Columbines, Rue, Daisy and Violets (Hamlet). Handcoioured botanical illustration drawn
FLO4633701 Rosemary, Pansies, Fennel, Columbines, Rue, Daisy and Violets (Hamlet). Handcoioured botanical illustration drawn and lithographed by Jane Elizabeth Giraud from The Flowers of Shakespeare

Alexandre Damas as Alceste in Le Misanthrope by Moliere, Theatre Francais, 1823. Handcoloured lithograph by F
FLO4606883 Alexandre Damas as Alceste in Le Misanthrope by Moliere, Theatre Francais, 1823. Handcoloured lithograph by F. Noel after an illustration by Alexandre-Marie Colin from Portraits

Portrait of actress Frances Abington in the role of Beatrice in William Shakespeare's play Many Noise for Nothing
FLO4568703 Portrait of actress Frances Abington in the role of Beatrice in William Shakespeare's play Many Noise for Nothing (1564-1616)

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"A Journey through the Dramatic Minds: Exploring the World of Auteur Dramatique" Step into a world where history, art, and literature intertwine to create captivating stories. In this enchanting journey, we encounter various figures who have left an indelible mark on the realm of drama. Our first stop takes us to Brittany in the late 19th century, amidst a royalist insurrection. Here, we meet a Chouan priest whose words carry both power and rebellion. Through an engraving, we catch a glimpse of his fervor and determination. Moving forward, our gaze falls upon a plaster sculpture depicting Fabre d'Eglantine – his bust exuding charisma and intellect. Known for his contributions to French theater as well as politics, he stands as a symbol of artistic brilliance. Next up is Jean Racine – an esteemed playwright and poet from centuries past. Captured in marble by Louis-Simon Boizot's skilled hands, Racine's statue emanates elegance and grace within the hallowed halls of Musee du Louvre. Maurice Donnay emerges before us through a black-and-white photograph – an embodiment of modernity in the realm of dramatic writing. His presence reminds us that even in changing times, storytelling remains timeless. As we delve deeper into history's pages, an illustration introduces us to another playwright from the 19th century. With pen in hand and imagination aflame, this portrait captures their creative spirit that continues to inspire generations today. Emile Augier's chromolitho portrait transports us back to Paris' Odeon Square during his lifetime – witnessing firsthand his impact on French theater with works that challenged societal norms while entertaining audiences. Theodore Barriere comes alive through another striking portrait – his eyes reflecting passion for storytelling that resonated with audiences throughout his career as a dramatic author. Henri Lavedan joins our journey next.