Falstaff Collection (#7)

SHAKESPEARE: HENRY IV. Prince Henry and Falstaff in Act I, Scene II of William Shakespeares King Henry IV, Part I : wood engraving, 1881, after Sir John Gilbert

SHAKESPEARE: HENRY IV. Mrs. Quickly, Falstaff and Bardolph at the Boars Head Tavern in Act III, Scene III of William Shakespeares King Henry IV, Part I : wood engraving, 1881, after Sir John Gilbert

SHAKESPEARE: HENRY IV. Part I. Act V, Scene IV from William Shakespeares Henry IV. Wood engraving, English, 19th century

SHAKESPEARE: HENRY IV. Part I. James Henry Hackett as Falstaff. Steel engraving, English, c1870

MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR. James Henry Hackett as Falstaff. Steel engraving, English, c1870

MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR. The character of Falstaff from William Shakespeares The Merry Wives of Windsor : engraving
MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR. The character of Falstaff from William Shakespeares " The Merry Wives of Windsor" : engraving, 19th century

ELIZABETHAN THEATRE. A performance at the Red Bull Playhouse, London, England. Sir Jon Falstaff is in the lower corner. Line engraving from Francis Kirkmans Drolls, 1672

MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR. Wood engraving, late 19th century for William Shakespeares Merry Wives of Windsor

MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR. Falstaff and Mrs Ford. Engraving from a 19th century edition of The Merry Wives of Windsor by William Shakespeare

SHAKESPEARE: HENRY IV. Falstaff counseling the Chief Justice, You that are old consider not the capacities of us that are young

VERDI E IL FALSTAFF. Cover of L illustrazione italiana, 1893
VERDI E IL FALSTAFF. Cover of " L illustrazione italiana, " 1893

Beerbohm Trees / Speare
Sir HERBERT DRAPER BEERBOHM TREE. English actor in the roll of Falstaff in Shakespeares Merry Wives of Windsor

Verdi Time of Falstaff
GIUSEPPE VERDI the Italian opera composer, at the time he was writing his comic opera Falstaff

Social / Liverpool Pub
A man in cloth cap outside a pub in Liverpool

Scene from Falstaff
A scene from the first production at La Scala, Milan, Ford and Dr Caius search for Falstaff

17th Century Farces
Various comic actors (including Falstaff) on stage

Hernes Oak / Merry Wives
A scene from The Merry Wives of Windsor, in which Falstaff falls beside Hernes Oak whilst impersonating Herne the Hunter, the phantom who haunts Windsor Great Park

Verdi Falstaff Liebig
Falstaff is hidden in the laundry basket

Falstaffs Regiment
Falstaff reviews his ragged regiment

MERRY WIVES... FALSTAFF
Act III, Scene v Falstaff is tipped out of the laundry basket & into the Thames

s / Speare. Merry Wives
Act III, Scene iii Falstaff with Mrs. Ford

Shakespeare / Wives of W
Act I, Scene iii Falstaff dispatches his billet-doux

Wives of Windsor / Falstaf
Act I, Scene iii Falstaff, Pistol & Bardolph enter the Garter Inn

Thomas / Songe / Liebig3
Act two : the drunken Falstaff is rowed across the Thames at Richmond

Thomas / Songe / Liebig1
Act one : Falstaff in the kitchen of the inn

Bartley as Falstaff
George Bartley as Sir John Falstaff

Merry Wives / H B Tree
Herbert Beerbohm Tree as Falstaff, with Ellen Terry and Mrs Kendal

Merry Wives / Falstaff / A3
Sir John Falstaff thrown into the muddy ditch close by the Thames side Act III

Henry Iv / Falstaff / Gadshl
Falstaff giving his account of the affair at Gadshill Act II Scene IV

Henry Iv / Falstaff / Mrs Q
Sir John Falstaff by his extraordinary powers of persuasion not only induces Mrs Quickly to withdraw her action but also to lend him more money! Act II Scene IV

Henry Iv / Falstaff / Regimt
Falstaffs Ragged Regiment Act IV Scene II

Henry Iv / Falstaff / King
Sir John Falstaff enacting the part of the King Act I Scene IV

Henry Iv / Falstaff / Pistol
Sir John Falstaff driving Pistol from his presence Act II Scene IV

Henry Iv / Falstaff / Cover
Cover

Falstaff in the Forest
Falstaff in Windsor Forest is surrounded by what he takes to be fairies and such

Falstaff Boasts
Falstaff boasts of his valour

Falstaff and Flute at the tavern

Falstaff and Page
Falstaff and the page at the tavern

Falstaff Rejected
Henry V, newly crowned, rejects Falstaff : I know thee not, old man

Shakespeare / Falstaff
Falstaff and his friends

Scene from Shakespeares Henry IV Part 1
A scene from Shakespeares history play, Henry IV Part 1, showing Falstaff and Prince Hal chatting

Scene from Shakespeares Merry Wives of Windsor
A scene from Shakespeares comedy, The Merry Wives of Windsor, in which Falstaff is concealed in a laundry basket by the merry wives, Mistress Ford and Mistress Page

Falstaff from Henry IV by Shakespeare

Falstaff first night
The composer Giuseppe Verdi taks a bow after the first performance at La Scala, Milano

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"Falstaff: A Legendary Character Through Time" This captivating Academy poster for Orson Welles's "Chimes at Midnight" (1966) perfectly captures the essence of Falstaff, one of Shakespeare's most beloved characters. Prince Henry, Hotspur, and Falstaff come to life in this iconic portrayal from King Henry IV. Verdi's opera "Falstaff" in Paris showcases the enduring popularity of this larger-than-life figure. The 1906 production immerses us in the world of Sir John Falstaff, a character known for his wit and charm. Intriguingly, we see Falstaff receiving a rebuke in another artwork titled "Henry IV / Falstaff / Rebuke. " This hints at the complex relationship between him and King Henry IV. The image hidden inside a basket adds an element of humor to his adventures with the merry wives in Windsor Forest, and is moments like these that make him such a memorable character. Transporting us back in time, we catch a glimpse of early 20th-century delivery trucks resembling those used during Falstaff's era. These vehicles evoke nostalgia while reminding us how far society has progressed since then. Stephen Kemble as Falstaff brings Shakespeare's words to life on stage in "King Henry IV, " showcasing the enduring appeal and versatility of this timeless character. Another depiction shows our beloved knight indulging himself with a tankard of wine and tin cup – an image that encapsulates his love for pleasure and revelry. Eduard von Gruetzner beautifully captures this scene from 1910. Lastly, we encounter Sir J. Fastolffe (1380-1459), whose name bears resemblance to our lovable rogue. Though unrelated, it reminds us that throughout history there have been figures who embody similar characteristics as our dear friend Sir John Falstaff. From stage productions to operas and historical references alike, these diverse hints demonstrate the lasting impact of Falstaff.