Commedia Dellarte Collection (#16)

A Street Show in Paris, 1760 (oil on canvas)
XOS1765751 A Street Show in Paris, 1760 (oil on canvas) by Saint-Aubin, Gabriel de (1724-80); 80x64.1 cm; National Gallery, London, UK; (add.info.: La Parade du Boulevard; ); French, out of copyright

Harlequin, engraved by Juan Dolivar (1641-92) (engraving) (b / w photo)
XIR176228 Harlequin, engraved by Juan Dolivar (1641-92) (engraving) (b/w photo) by Le Pautre, Antoine (1621-91) (after); Bibliotheque de L Arsenal, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Polichinelle (engraving) (b / w photo)
XIR176227 Polichinelle (engraving) (b/w photo) by Fruytiers, Lodewyk Joseph (1713-82); Bibliotheque de L Arsenal, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Ballet of the Polichinelles (litho) (b / w photo)
XIR176225 Ballet of the Polichinelles (litho) (b/w photo) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

The Final Scene of Les Fourberies de Scapin by Moliere (1622-73) (oil
XIR167340 The Final Scene of Les Fourberies de Scapin by Moliere (1622-73) (oil on canvas) by Deveria, Eugene (1808-65); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Pau

Italian Comedians in a Park, c. 1725 (oil on canvas)
XIR167338 Italian Comedians in a Park, c.1725 (oil on canvas) by Oudry, Jean-Baptiste (1686-1755); 65x80 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Comediens italiens dans un parc; ); French

Theatrical Performance at the Saint-Laurent Fair, 1786 (w / c on paper)
XIR166311 Theatrical Performance at the Saint-Laurent Fair, 1786 (w/c on paper) by French School, (18th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Street Fair (oil on canvas)
XIR166310 Street Fair (oil on canvas) by French School, (18th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; (add.info.: Spectacle de Foire sur les Boulevards; ); French

Character from a Play (oil on canvas) (detail of 155536)
XIR155537 Character from a Play (oil on canvas) (detail of 155536) by French School, (16th century); Musee Bonnat, Bayonne, France; French, out of copyright

Scene from a Play (oil on canvas) (see 155537 for detail)
XIR155536 Scene from a Play (oil on canvas) (see 155537 for detail) by French School, (16th century); Musee Bonnat, Bayonne, France; French, out of copyright

The Italian Comedians (oil on canvas)
XIR154972 The Italian Comedians (oil on canvas) by Flemish School, (16th century); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Calais, France; Flemish, out of copyright

Moliere (1622-73) Dining with Louis XIV (1638-1715) 1857 (oil on canvas)
XIR154754 Moliere (1622-73) Dining with Louis XIV (1638-1715) 1857 (oil on canvas) by Ingres, Jean Auguste Dominique (1780-1867); 50.5x71 cm; Comedie Francaise, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Pierrot in a mill, Ferdinand Leenhoff, 1841 - 1914

Harlequin and Colombine, c. 1886-90 (oil on panel)
XIR220772 Harlequin and Colombine, c.1886-90 (oil on panel) by Degas, Edgar (1834-1917); 33x23.5 cm; Musee d Orsay, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

The Triumph of Pulcinella, 1753-54 (oil on canvas)
XOS1249150 The Triumph of Pulcinella, 1753-54 (oil on canvas) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770); 35x57.5 cm; Statens Museum for Kunst, Copenhagen, Denmark; Italian

Three harlequins, Anonymous, Pieter Schenk II, 1728

Three acrobats in action, Anonymous, Gerardus Josephus Xavery, Pieter Schenk (II), 1728

Harlequin and two jesters making music, Anonymous, Gerardus Josephus Xavery, Pieter Schenk (I), 1728

Three clowns do a circus, Anonymous, Gerardus Josephus Xavery, Pieter Schenk (II), 1728

Harlequin clown move about without using their arms and legs, Gerardus Josephus Xavery, Pieter Schenk (II), 1728

Cap. de la Bande, Ciurlo and Fritellino, Anthonie de Winter, Jacques Callot, Cornelis Danckerts (II), 1668 - 1707

Scaramouche, Cucurucu and Razullo. Anthonie de Winter, Jacques Callot, Cornelis Danckerts (II), 1668 - 1707

Pulcinella and Scaramouche Taglia Cantoni, print maker: Anthonie de Winter, Jacques Callot, Cornelis Danckerts II, 1668 - 1707

Nicolas Bonnart (French, 1636 - 1718). Spezza Ferre, ca. 1680-1690. From Five Characters from the Commedia dell Arte. Etching on laid paper. Plate: 263 mm x 186 mm (10.35 in)

Harlequins Lottery (engraving) (b / w photo)
XIR197231 Harlequins Lottery (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School, (17th century); Bibliotheque de L Arsenal, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Harlequin and Scaramouche (engraving) (b / w photo)
XIR197230 Harlequin and Scaramouche (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School, (17th century); Bibliotheque de L Arsenal, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Polichinelle (engraving)
XIR192988 Polichinelle (engraving) by Bonnart (Family of Engravers) (1650-1750); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Farce Actors Dancing (oil on panel)
XIR181855 Farce Actors Dancing (oil on panel) by Quast, Pieter Jansz. (1605-47); Comedie Francaise, Paris, France; Dutch, out of copyright

Portrait of Gaspard Deburau (1796-1846) as Pierrot, c. 1815 (oil on porcelain)
XIR178938 Portrait of Gaspard Deburau (1796-1846) as Pierrot, c.1815 (oil on porcelain) by Trouve, A. (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; French

Actors of the Comedie Italienne (oil on canvas)
XIR175198 Actors of the Comedie Italienne (oil on canvas) by Watteau, Jean Antoine (1684-1721) (after); Musee d Art et d Archeologie, Moulins, France; French, out of copyright

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"Commedia dell'arte: A Journey through Theatrical Madness and Mirth" Step into the vibrant world of commedia dell'arte, where Pulcinella, with his iconic mask and hunched figure, tenderly offers a plate of pasta to a little Pulcinella. This 19th-century painting captures the essence of this theatrical tradition that originated in Italy. Carnival. The day of madness unfolds as participants don disguises, showering each other with confetti and unruly coils during the carnival party, and is a time when social norms are temporarily suspended, allowing for uninhibited revelry and laughter. In an illustration depicting Leandre smashing a guitar on Matamores head, we witness the physical comedy that defines commedia dell'arte. This form of theater thrives on exaggerated gestures, slapstick humor, and outrageous situations that leave audiences roaring with laughter. The spirit of burlesque comes alive in a mesmerizing print from 1868. With its intricate details and lively characters, it showcases the artistry behind this unique style of performance that combines satire with physical comedy. Don Juan and the commander engage in an unforgettable banquet scene captured in watercolor. As their personalities clash amidst comedic chaos, we witness how commedia dell'arte brings together diverse characters to create uproarious entertainment. Punchinello finds himself unexpectedly carried off by an eagle in a captivating chalk drawing infused with pen & ink washes on paper. Such unexpected twists are characteristic of this theatrical genre known for its improvisation and unpredictable plotlines. Arlequin takes center stage in a stunning oil-on-canvas artwork from 1925. His colorful costume reflects his mischievous nature as he engages audiences through acrobatics and witty banter - embodying all that is enchanting about commedia dell'arte. Illustrations by Dore bring Captain Fracasse to life - one of the beloved characters of commedia dell'arte.