Dellarte Collection

Commedia dell arte Italian. 16th century. Engraving, 19th century. Colored

Harlequin and a Lady, 1912 (w / c & gouache on cardboard)
1065870 Harlequin and a Lady, 1912 (w/c & gouache on cardboard) by Somov, Konstantin Andreevic (1869-1939); Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow, Russia; Russian, out of copyright

Tartaglia (chromolitho)
734580 Tartaglia (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tartaglia. Liebig card, late 19th century/early 20th century.); Look and Learn / Rosenberg Collection

To the Moon (chromolitho)
734931 To the Moon (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: To the Moon. Liebig card)

On the Rooftops (chromolitho)
734930 On the Rooftops (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: On the Rooftops. Liebig card)

To the Stars (chromolitho)
734927 To the Stars (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: To the Stars. Liebig card)

The Sickroom (chromolitho)
734677 The Sickroom (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Sickroom. Liebig card)

Capitano Spaventa (chromolitho)
734652 Capitano Spaventa (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Capitano Spaventa)

Stenterello (chromolitho)
734649 Stenterello (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stenterello. Liebig card)

Dottore Balanzone (chromolitho)
734616 Dottore Balanzone (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dottore Balanzone)

Dottore Balanzone (chromolitho)
734577 Dottore Balanzone (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dottore Balanzone)

Jacques Francois Laporte as Arlequin in Le
French actor Jacques Francois Laporte (1775-1841) as Arlequin in the folie-vaudeville one-act play Le Sultan du Havre by Armand d Artois and Henry Dupin at the Theatre Vaudeville, 1810

Pierrot in the Park (chromolitho)
734680 Pierrot in the Park (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pierrot in the Park)

Pierrot in the Rain (chromolitho)
734679 Pierrot in the Rain (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pierrot in the Rain)

Osevedo (chromolitho)
734651 Osevedo (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Osevedo. Liebig card, late 19th century/early 20th century.); Look and Learn / Rosenberg Collection

Scaramouche (chromolitho)
734648 Scaramouche (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scaramouche. Liebig card)

To Pierrette (chromolitho)
734929 To Pierrette (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: To Pierrette. Liebig card)

Pulcinella (chromolitho)
734615 Pulcinella (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pulcinella. Liebig card)

Firenze, Palazzo dell Arte della Lana (b / w photo)
3631060 Firenze, Palazzo dell Arte della Lana (b/w photo) by Italian Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Firenze, Palazzo dell Arte della Lana)

In the Snow (chromolitho)
734926 In the Snow (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: In the Snow. Liebig card)

Caviello (chromolitho)
734650 Caviello (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Caviello. Liebig card, late 19th century/early 20th century.); Look and Learn / Rosenberg Collection

Rugantino (chromolitho)
734647 Rugantino (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rugantino. Liebig card, late 19th century/early 20th century.); Look and Learn / Rosenberg Collection

Gianduja (chromolitho)
734612 Gianduja (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gianduja. Liebig card, late 19th century/early 20th century)

Harlequin (chromolitho)
734611 Harlequin (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Harlequin. Liebig card)

Bepe Napa (chromolitho)
734575 Bepe Napa (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bepe Napa. Liebig card, late 19th century/early 20th century.); Look and Learn / Rosenberg Collection

Pierrot and Family (chromolitho)
734682 Pierrot and Family (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pierrot and Family)

Pierrot in the Mountains (chromolitho)
734681 Pierrot in the Mountains (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pierrot in the Mountains)

Illness Banished by Liebigs Extract (chromolitho)
734678 Illness Banished by Liebigs Extract (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illness Banished by Liebigs Extract)

Meneghino (chromolitho)
734614 Meneghino (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Meneghino. Liebig card)

Pantalone (chromolitho)
734613 Pantalone (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pantalone. Liebig card)

Brighella (chromolitho)
734578 Brighella (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Brighella. Liebig card, late 19th century/early 20th century.); Look and Learn / Rosenberg Collection

Scapino, Commedia dell Arte (red chalk on paper)
1762609 Scapino, Commedia dell Arte (red chalk on paper) by Watteau, Jean Antoine (1684-1721); 21.5x17.2 cm; Pushkin Museum, Moscow, Russia; (add.info.: Scappino, or Scapin)

CARLO GOLDONI / SIX PICS
CARLO GOLDONI Six scenes celebrating his reform of Italian comedy in the style of Moliere, thereby superseding the older style commedia dellarte Date: 1707 - 1793

Florence, Tuscany, Italy - Palazzo dell Arte della Lana. Date: circa 1920

Illustration, Columbine by Harry Clarke. circa 1920s

Claude Gillot, A Performance by the Commedia dell Arte, French, 1673 - 1722, c. 1710, pen and brown ink with gray wash on laid paper

I Balli de Spessanei, or Le Grande Chasse, c. 1622 (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF359099 I Balli de Spessanei, or Le Grande Chasse, c.1622 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Callot, Jacques (1592-1635); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

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

Scene in a park, with figures from the Commedia dell Arte A Harliquinade, Marcellus Laroon the Younger, 1679-1772, British

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"Dell'arte: A Glimpse into the Vibrant World of Commedia dell'arte in 16th Century Italy" Step back in time to the enchanting world of Commedia dell'arte, a theatrical form that captivated audiences in 16th century Italy. Through mesmerizing engravings and illustrations, we are transported to a realm where characters come alive with their colorful costumes and exaggerated expressions. One such illustration is "Columbine" by Harry Clarke, showcasing the delicate beauty and grace of this iconic character. In "Harlequin and a Lady, " we witness the playful interaction between Harlequin's mischievous nature and the lady's charm through watercolor and gouache on cardboard. The chromolithographs add another layer of depth to our understanding of this art form. "Tartaglia" captures the essence of this bumbling character with vibrant colors that evoke laughter. Meanwhile, "To the Moon" takes us on an imaginative journey as characters ascend towards celestial wonders. As we explore further, rooftops become stages in "On the Rooftops, " while dreams take flight in "To the Stars. " The somber yet intriguing scene depicted in "The Sickroom" reminds us that even within comedy lies a touch of reality. Characters like Capitano Spaventa, Stenterello, and Dottore Balanzone come alive through these chromolithographs. Their distinct personalities shine through each brushstroke - from Capitano Spaventa's bravado to Stenterello's comedic antics. These captivating artworks offer us glimpses into Dell'arte - an artistic tradition brimming with humor, wit, and timeless appeal. They remind us that even centuries later, laughter remains universal across cultures as it continues to bring joy to our lives today.