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Italian Theater Collection

Italian theater has a rich and vibrant history, filled with captivating performances that have enthralled audiences for centuries

Background imageItalian Theater Collection: Battaglia del re Tessi del Tinta festa rapresentata

Battaglia del re Tessi del Tinta festa rapresentata
Battaglia del re Tessi e del re Tinta festa rapresentata in Firenze nel fiume dArno il di XXV di luglio. 1.6.1.9. Italian theater prints, Collignon, Francois, 1609

Background imageItalian Theater Collection: Il Dottore Italian theater prints Etching 17th century

Il Dottore Italian theater prints Etching 17th century
Il Dottore, Italian theater prints, Etching, 17th century, Inscription in the plates lower margin: A suon di Campanacci addottorato & Numbered in lower left corner of image: 699

Background imageItalian Theater Collection: Le Docteur Gratian Balouarde Italian theater

Le Docteur Gratian Balouarde Italian theater
Le Docteur Gratian Balouarde, Italian theater prints, Print, 1560-1954, Print numbered 68 at top of sheet

Background imageItalian Theater Collection: Le Docteur Italian theater prints Engraving 1560

Le Docteur Italian theater prints Engraving 1560
Le Docteur, Italian theater prints, Engraving, between 1560 and 1954, Print numbered 75 at top of sheet

Background imageItalian Theater Collection: Le Docteur Balouarde Italian theater prints

Le Docteur Balouarde Italian theater prints
Le Docteur Balouarde, Italian theater prints, Print

Background imageItalian Theater Collection: Arlequin magicien barbier Italian theater prints

Arlequin magicien barbier Italian theater prints
Arlequin magicien and barbier, Italian theater prints, 1758

Background imageItalian Theater Collection: Le Magister Naso Italian theater prints Print

Le Magister Naso Italian theater prints Print
Le Magister Naso, Italian theater prints, Print, 1560-1900, Print numbered 95 in lower right corner

Background imageItalian Theater Collection: Le Docteur Ballouard Italian theater prints

Le Docteur Ballouard Italian theater prints
Le Docteur Ballouard, Italian theater prints

Background imageItalian Theater Collection: Pour garder l honneur d belle Italian theater

Pour garder l honneur d belle Italian theater
Pour garder l honneur d une belle, Italian theater prints

Background imageItalian Theater Collection: Le Capitan Matamore Italian theater prints 1637

Le Capitan Matamore Italian theater prints 1637
Le Capitan Matamore, Italian theater prints, 1637

Background imageItalian Theater Collection: De votre peintre en vain Italian theater prints

De votre peintre en vain Italian theater prints
De votre peintre en vain, Italian theater prints, Gillot, Claude, 1673-1722, Huquier, Gabriel, 1695-1772, Etching, ca. 1729-ca. 1732

Background imageItalian Theater Collection: Le Capitan Matamore Italian theater prints Print

Le Capitan Matamore Italian theater prints Print
Le Capitan Matamore, Italian theater prints, Print, 1648

Background imageItalian Theater Collection: Italian theater prints Print 1787 August 31

Italian theater prints Print 1787 August 31
Italian theater prints, Print, 1787 August 31

Background imageItalian Theater Collection: Italian theater prints Print

Italian theater prints Print
Italian theater prints, Print

Background imageItalian Theater Collection: Maschera del teatro italiano dei secoli xvii

Maschera del teatro italiano dei secoli xvii e xviii tavola 1a, Italian theater prints

Background imageItalian Theater Collection: La mascarade Italian theater prints Etching

La mascarade Italian theater prints Etching
La mascarade, Italian theater prints, Etching

Background imageItalian Theater Collection: Mr Thenard role de Sganarelle dans le medecin

Mr Thenard role de Sganarelle dans le medecin
Mr. Thenard, role de Sganarelle, dans le medecin malgre lui, Italian theater prints, Etching, Undated. Engraver unknown

Background imageItalian Theater Collection: Bal de Waereld Maskerade Italian theater print

Bal de Waereld Maskerade Italian theater print
Bal de Waereld in Maskerade, Italian theater print, Etching

Background imageItalian Theater Collection: Marc Antoine Romagnezi dans le personnage du

Marc Antoine Romagnezi dans le personnage du
Marc Antoine Romagnezi. dans le personnage du docteur Balouard, Italian theater prints, Chalk lithography, 1550, I. lith. de Delpech

Background imageItalian Theater Collection: Festivities honor entry Antwerp Francis Duke

Festivities honor entry Antwerp Francis Duke
Festivities in honor of the entry into Antwerp of Francis, Duke of Anjou and Alencon, Italian theater prints, Plantin, Christophe, ca

Background imageItalian Theater Collection: Figure della festa cavallo rappresentata nel

Figure della festa cavallo rappresentata nel
Figure della festa a cavallo, rappresentata nel teatro del ser.mo granduca di Toscana il di. 15, luglio 1637, Italian theater prints, Della Bella, Stefano, 1610-1664, Gamberai, Felice, 17th cent

Background imageItalian Theater Collection: Festa della Porchetta Bologna Italian theater

Festa della Porchetta Bologna Italian theater
Festa della Porchetta in Bologna, Italian theater prints, Etching, black-and-white, ca. 1724

Background imageItalian Theater Collection: Ordinanza nella quale si fermarono il ser. mo

Ordinanza nella quale si fermarono il ser. mo
Ordinanza a nella quale si fermarono il ser.mo princ.pe le squadre de caual.ri ed i carri delle deita intorno al monte... Italian theater prints, Carducci, Alessandro, Della Bella, Stefano

Background imageItalian Theater Collection: Naue del Colonbo gia trasformata da Nettunno

Naue del Colonbo gia trasformata da Nettunno in orca marina, et ora da Proteo ritornata nella prima sua forma con l ordina.za de caualieri che deuano sopra essa andar al conquisto del Oriente per l

Background imageItalian Theater Collection: Guerra di bellezza Italian theater prints Callot

Guerra di bellezza Italian theater prints Callot
Guerra di bellezza, Italian theater prints, Callot, Jacques, 1592-1635, Parigi, Giulio, 1571-1635, Etching, black-and-white, 1616

Background imageItalian Theater Collection: Italian theater prints Cochin Nicolas Torelli

Italian theater prints Cochin Nicolas Torelli
Italian theater prints, Italian theater prints, Cochin, Nicolas, Torelli, Giacomo, 1608-1678, ca. 1645

Background imageItalian Theater Collection: Plan general du grand theatre de Parme Italian theater

Plan general du grand theatre de Parme Italian theater
Plan general du grand theatre de Parme, Italian theater prints, Feneulle, Luigi Augusto, Patrini, Giuseppe, ca. 1782

Background imageItalian Theater Collection: Taglia Cantoni Fracasso Italian theater prints

Taglia Cantoni Fracasso Italian theater prints
Taglia Cantoni and Fracasso, Italian theater prints, Callot, Jacques, 1592-1635, ca. 1622

Background imageItalian Theater Collection: Italian Theater 1821 Lithograph wove paper state

Italian Theater 1821 Lithograph wove paper state
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Italian theater has a rich and vibrant history, filled with captivating performances that have enthralled audiences for centuries. From the Battaglia del re Tessi del Tinta festa rapresentata to the iconic characters of Pantalone, Zanni, and Franceschina in scenes from Italian Commedia dell'arte, this theatrical tradition is truly one-of-a-kind. The artistry can be seen in the intricate etchings and engravings that depict its various aspects. Take, for example, Il Dottore - a beloved character whose portrayal in Italian theater prints from the 17th century captures his larger-than-life personality. Similarly, Le Docteur Gratian Balouarde is immortalized in stunning engravings dating back to 1560. Arlequin magicien barbier showcases the magical elements often incorporated into Italian theater productions. This whimsical character adds an enchanting touch to the stage with his tricks and antics. Meanwhile, Le Magister Naso's print highlights the intellectual side as it portrays a scholarly figure engaged in deep thought. It also explores themes of honor and love through works like Pour garder l'honneur d belle - a poignant tale that tugs at heartstrings while showcasing the dramatic prowess of its performers. And who could forget Le Capitan Matamore? This swashbuckling hero comes alive on stage through vivid prints from 1637 that capture his bravery and charisma. Finally, De votre peintre en vain reminds us of the collaborative nature where artists work tirelessly to bring their visions to life on stage. These prints serve as timeless reminders of Italy's enduring contribution to world culture through its magnificent theatrical heritage.