Franz Lehar Collection

Miss Lily Elsie, (1886-1962), The Merry Widow. c1930. Creator: Unknown
Miss Lily Elsie, (1886-1962), The Merry Widow". c1930. English actress and singer during the Edwardian era. [Foulsham & Banfield, London]

The Merry Widow, Pasadena, CA, [193-]. Creator: Unknown
The Merry Widow, Pasadena, CA, [193-]. "The Merry Widow"...Pasadena Civic Auditorium...Federal Music Project - Works Progress Administration - Sponsored by United Service Clubs of

The Merry Widow, Long Beach, CA, [193-]. Creator: Unknown
The Merry Widow, Long Beach, CA, [193-]. "The Merry Widow"...Municipal Auditorium Long Beach - Sponsored by Arthur L

The Merry Widow: "Partners here in plenty!"(colour litho)
5224222 The Merry Widow: " Partners here in plenty!" (colour litho) by Hughes, Talbot (1869-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Partners here in plenty)

The Merry Widow: Frou-Frou (colour litho)
5224228 The Merry Widow: Frou-Frou (colour litho) by Hughes, Talbot (1869-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: Frou-Frou)

Portrait of Franz Lehar (litho)
814883 Portrait of Franz Lehar (litho) by Hungarian School, (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Franz Lehar, Austro-Hungarian composer.); Look and Learn / Elgar Collection

Gigolette Foxtrot (colour litho)
982460 Gigolette Foxtrot (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gigolette Foxtrot, from J L Sacks Empire Theatre production The Three Graces)

The Merry Widow: Natalie and Jolidon (colour litho)
5224235 The Merry Widow: Natalie and Jolidon (colour litho) by Hughes, Talbot (1869-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: Natalie and Jolidon)

The Merry Widow: "The Women! How to win them"(colour litho)
5224231 The Merry Widow: " The Women! How to win them" (colour litho) by Hughes, Talbot (1869-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: " The Women)

The Merry Widow: Duet and Dance (colour litho)
5224229 The Merry Widow: Duet and Dance (colour litho) by Hughes, Talbot (1869-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: Duet and Dance)

The Merry Widow: Guests at the Embassy (colour litho)
5224223 The Merry Widow: Guests at the Embassy (colour litho) by Hughes, Talbot (1869-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: Guests at the Embassy)

The Merry Widow: Popoff "What a wheedler!"(colour litho)
5224227 The Merry Widow: Popoff " What a wheedler!" (colour litho) by Hughes, Talbot (1869-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: Popoff " What a wheedler)

The Merry Widow: Novikovitch consults the Popoffs (colour litho)
5224224 The Merry Widow: Novikovitch consults the Popoffs (colour litho) by Hughes, Talbot (1869-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: Novikovitch consults the Popoffs)

The Merry Widow: At the Supper Party (colour litho)
5224233 The Merry Widow: At the Supper Party (colour litho) by Hughes, Talbot (1869-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: At the Supper Party)

The Merry Widow: The Princes Story (colour litho)
5224230 The Merry Widow: The Princes Story (colour litho) by Hughes, Talbot (1869-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Princes Story)

The Merry Widow: Madame Sonia (colour litho)
5224225 The Merry Widow: Madame Sonia (colour litho) by Hughes, Talbot (1869-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: Madame Sonia)

The Merry Widow: Miss Lily Elsie (colour litho)
5224221 The Merry Widow: Miss Lily Elsie (colour litho) by Hughes, Talbot (1869-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: Miss Lily Elsie)

Die Lustige Witwe (The Merry Widow), opera by Austro-Hungarian composer Franz Lehar (b / w photo)
5996733 Die Lustige Witwe (The Merry Widow), opera by Austro-Hungarian composer Franz Lehar (b/w photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Merry Widow: Danilo and Sonia (colour litho)
5224226 The Merry Widow: Danilo and Sonia (colour litho) by Hughes, Talbot (1869-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: Danilo and Sonia)

The Merry Widow: "Au Revoir"(colour litho)
5224236 The Merry Widow: " Au Revoir" (colour litho) by Hughes, Talbot (1869-1942); Private Collection; (add.info)

Portrait of the Composer Franz Lehar (1870-1948), 1906. Creator: Gutmann, Ludwig
Portrait of the Composer Franz Lehar (1870-1948), 1906. Private Collection

Portrait of the Composer Franz Lehar (1870-1948). Creator: Photo studio E. Bieber
Portrait of the Composer Franz Lehar (1870-1948). Private Collection

Europe, Austria, Vienna, statue in Viennese City Park, Franz LehAar
Europe, Austria, Vienna, statue in Viennese City Park, Franz Lehár

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Franz Lehár, born on April 30, 1870, was an Austrian composer and conductor known for his operettas. One of his most famous works is "The Merry Widow, " which premiered in Vienna in 1905. The operetta became a worldwide sensation and solidified Lehár's reputation as one of the leading composers of his time. In this captivating photograph from around 1930, we see Miss Lily Elsie, a renowned English actress who played the lead role in "The Merry Widow. " With her enchanting beauty and grace, she perfectly embodied the character of Hanna Glawari, a wealthy widow pursued by numerous suitors. Lehár's composition for "The Merry Widow" captured the essence of romance and elegance during that era. The vibrant color lithographs displayed here depict various scenes from the operetta - from lively dances to intimate moments between characters like Frou-Frou and Natalie with Jolidon. As we delve into these images further, we catch a glimpse of Franz Lehár himself through a striking lithograph portrait. His talent as both a composer and conductor shines through every note he composed for this timeless masterpiece. "The Women. How to win them" exclaims one colorful lithograph capturing the allure that surrounded Hanna Glawari. Another shows guests at an embassy party reveling in music and dance while Popoff cunningly wheedles his way into their hearts. Novikovitch consults with the Popoffs amidst grandeur depicted in yet another vivid lithograph. And finally, we witness an opulent supper party where love blossoms amid sumptuous surroundings. Franz Lehár's genius lies not only in creating beautiful melodies but also crafting stories that resonate with audiences even today. Through "The Merry Widow, " he transported us to a world filled with passion, intrigue, and unforgettable music. Though Franz Lehár passed away on October 24th, 1948, his legacy lives on.