Chatiniere Collection

Woman in fancy dress costume as Night (la Nuit), 1880s (lithograph)
5893506 Woman in fancy dress costume as Night (la Nuit), 1880s (lithograph); (add.info.: Woman in costume as Night (la Nuit) in a dress decorated with stars and zodiac signs for a masquerade ball

Sylvie Flour in Mille & Une Nuits at the Theatre du Chatelet, 1881 (lithograph)
5893504 Sylvie Flour in Mille & Une Nuits at the Theatre du Chatelet, 1881 (lithograph); (add.info.: Sylvie Flour as the First Bazaar Merchant in Mille & Une Nuits at the Theatre du Chatelet, 1881)

Emilie Mily Meyer, French soprano, 1879 (lithograph)
5893488 Emilie Mily Meyer, French soprano, 1879 (lithograph); (add.info.: Emilie Mily Meyer, French soprano, as Jacqueline in the operetta La Petite Mademoiselle (1879)

Woman in costume as a Marotte (jester's stick) 1880s (lithograph)
5893515 Woman in costume as a Marotte (jester's stick) 1880s (lithograph); (add.info.: Woman in costume as a Marotte (jester's stick) for a masquerade ball

Soprano Zulma Bouffar in Mille & Une Nuits, 1881 (lithograph)
5893513 Soprano Zulma Bouffar in Mille & Une Nuits, 1881 (lithograph); (add.info.: Zulma Bouffar, French soprano, in the role as Abou Hassan in One Thousand and One Nights at the Theatre du Chatelet)

Marguerite Ugalde, French mezzo-soprano, 1883 (lithograph)
5893496 Marguerite Ugalde, French mezzo-soprano, 1883 (lithograph); (add.info.: Marguerite Ugalde, French mezzo-soprano, as Falka in the operetta Le Droit d'Ainesse by Chassaigne)

Singer Marguerite Priola as Abeille in the comic opera l'Ombre, 1870 (lithograph)
5893503 Singer Marguerite Priola as Abeille in the comic opera l'Ombre, 1870 (lithograph); (add.info.: Singer Marguerite Priola as Abeille in the comic opera l'Ombre performed at the Theatre)

Marie Montbazon, French actress and singer, 1880 (lithograph)
5893495 Marie Montbazon, French actress and singer, 1880 (lithograph); (add.info.: Marie Montbazon as Bettina in La Mascotte, a comic opera by Chivot and Audran)

Mlle. Julia Bennati as Batilde in Les Noces d'Olivette, 1879 (lithograph)
5893493 Mlle. Julia Bennati as Batilde in Les Noces d'Olivette, 1879 (lithograph); (add.info.: Soprano singer Mlle. Julia Bennati as Batilde in Les Noces d'Olivette)

Alexina Desclozas as Dona Juana in La Camargo, 1879 (lithograph)
5893514 Alexina Desclozas as Dona Juana in La Camargo, 1879 (lithograph); (add.info.: Alexina Desclozas as Dona Juana in La Camargo performed at the Theatre de la Renaissance, 1879)

Woman in costume as a Vivandiere or sutler, 1880s (lithograph)
5893492 Woman in costume as a Vivandiere or sutler, 1880s (lithograph); (add.info.: Woman in costume of a sutler to the French Guards (Vivandiere, Garde Francaise) for a masquerade ball, Paris

Man in costume as a Bashkir (Baskir) for a masquerade ball, 1880s (lithograph)
5893512 Man in costume as a Bashkir (Baskir) for a masquerade ball, 1880s (lithograph); (add.info.: Man in costume as a Bashkir (Baskir) for a masquerade ball

Woman in costume as a page in La Mascotte, 1880s (lithograph)
5893517 Woman in costume as a page in La Mascotte, 1880s (lithograph); (add.info.: Woman in costume as a page in La Mascotte at the Theatre des Bouffes Parisiens, 1880s)

Marguerite Chapuy, French soprano, in the opera Carmen, 1875 (lithograph)
5893507 Marguerite Chapuy, French soprano, in the opera Carmen, 1875 (lithograph); (add.info.: Marguerite Chapuy, French soprano)

Poster for the première of the opera Lakmé by Léo Delibes, 1883. Creator: Chatinière, Antonin-Marie (1828-?)
Poster for the premiere of the opera Lakme by Leo Delibes, 1883. Private Collection

Woman in fancy dress costume as Night (la Nuit)
Woman in costume as Night (la Nuit) in a dress decorated with stars and zodiac signs for a masquerade ball, late 19th century, Paris

Woman in costume as an imp for a masquerade ball
Woman in fancy dress costume as an imp (Diablotin) for a masquerade ball. Costume designed by M. Robin. Handcoloured lithograph published in Paris, 1880s

Soprano Zulma Bouffar in Mille & Une Nuits
Zulma Bouffar, French soprano, in the role as Abou Hassan in One Thousand and One Nights at the Theatre du Chatelet, 1881. Handcoloured lithograph by Chatiniere published by Martinet, Paris, 1881

Alexina Desclozas as Dona Juana in La Camargo, 1879
Alexina Desclozas as Dona Juana in La Camargo performed at the Theatre de la Renaissance, 1879. Handcoloured lithograph by Chatiniere published by Martinet, Paris, 1879

Man in costume as a Bashkir (Baskir) for a masquerade ball. Handcoloured lithograph by Chatiniere published by Martinet, Paris, 1880s

French soprano Caroline Carvalho in Faust
Marie Caroline Miolan-Carvalho, French soprano, in the role of Marguerite in Charles Gounods Faust at the Theatre de l Opera, 1870s. Handcoloured lithograph by A

Woman in costume as a pansy for a masquerade ball
Woman in costume as a pansy (pensee) for a masquerade ball. Costume designed by M. Robin. Handcoloured lithograph by published by Martinet, Paris, 1880s

Singer Marguerite Priola as Abeille in the comic opera l Ombre performed at the Theatre Imperial de l Opera-Comique, 1870. Handcoloured lithograph by Chatiniere published by Martinet, Paris, 1870

Woman in costume of Spring for a masquerade ball
Woman in costume of spring (le printemps) for a masquerade ball. Costume designed by M. Robin. Handcoloured lithograph by A. Morlon published by Hautecoeur Freres, Paris, 1880s

Marie Montbazon, French actress and singer
Marie Montbazon as Bettina in La Mascotte, a comic opera by Chivot and Audran, performed at the Theatre des Bouffes Parisiens, 1880

Marie Caroline Miolan-Carvalho, French soprano, as Marguerite in Les Huguenots, the grand opera by Giacomo Meyerbeer. Handcoloured lithograph after A. Morlon published by Martinet, Paris, 1870

Woman in costume as a Vivandiere or sutler
Woman in costume of a sutler to the French Guards (Vivandiere, Garde Francaise) for a masquerade ball, Paris, late 19th century. She carries a barrel of rum and a glass

Woman in fancy-dress costume of a demon
Woman in a costume by Sylvestre of a demon (diablesse) for a masquerade ball, Paris, late 19th century. Handcoloured lithograph by Ch. Fernique after an illustration by E

Underwing moths, Catocala pacta and Catocala coniuncta. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Johann Carl Bock after Eugenius Johann Christoph Espers Die Schmetterlinge in Abbildungen nach der Natur

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Step into the enchanting world of Chatiniere, where costumes come alive and dreams take flight. In this captivating collection of images, we witness the transformative power of dress as individuals embody characters from various realms. A woman draped in a resplendent fancy dress costume portrays Night (la Nuit), her ethereal presence illuminating the darkness with an aura of mystery. Another figure dons the guise of an imp for a masquerade ball, mischievously blending into the revelry while keeping their true identity concealed. Soprano Zulma Bouffar enchants us with her performance in Mille & Une Nuits, transporting us to a realm where tales unfold like magic carpets. Alexina Desclozas captivates as Dona Juana in La Camargo, exuding grace and elegance that bewitch all who behold her. Not to be outdone by their female counterparts, men also embrace fantastical personas at masquerade balls. A gentleman transforms himself into a Bashkir (Baskir), his attire reflecting both tradition and whimsy. French soprano Caroline Carvalho mesmerizes audiences as she embodies Faust's allure and temptation. The spirit of nature comes alive through another woman dressed as a pansy at a masquerade ball - vibrant colors blooming amidst swirling dances. Marguerite Priola shines bright as Abeille in the comic opera, infusing laughter and joy into every note she sings. Spring herself graces us with her presence through yet another stunning costume creation - delicate flowers adorning every inch of fabric. Marie Montbazon captivates hearts with her performances on stage, leaving audiences spellbound by her talent. Marie Caroline Miolan-Carvalho takes center stage as a French soprano whose voice resonates deep within our souls; each note is imbued with passion and emotion that transcends language barriers.