Le Rire Collection (#8)

Kaiser Wilhelm II and Queen Victoria, Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2804931 Kaiser Wilhelm II and Queen Victoria, Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Leandre, Charles (1862-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kaiser Wilhelm II and Queen Victoria)

Madame De Sevigne, Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2804899 Madame De Sevigne, Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Metivet, Lucien (1863-1930); Private Collection; (add.info.: Madame De Sevigne)

Czar Nicholas II of Russia, Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2804872 Czar Nicholas II of Russia, Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Leandre, Charles (1862-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Czar Nicholas II of Russia)

Caricature of French journalist and politician Henry Maret and Prime Minister Emile Combes. (colour litho)
2796402 Caricature of French journalist and politician Henry Maret and Prime Minister Emile Combes. (colour litho) by Leandre

Satire on the Russo-Japanese War. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2796384 Satire on the Russo-Japanese War. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Ostoya, Georges d (Dochinsky or Sochinsky) (1878-1937); Private Collection; (add.info)

Fruits. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2786585 Fruits. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Delaw, Georges (1874-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fruits. Illustration for Le Rire, 7 November 1908.); © Look and Learn

At the races. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2786580 At the races. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Wely, Jacques (1873-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: At the races)

Satire depicting French President Armand Fallieres flying in an aeroplane with Tsar Nicholas... (colour litho)
2786523 Satire depicting French President Armand Fallieres flying in an aeroplane with Tsar Nicholas... (colour litho) by Leandre

The artists paradise. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2786497 The artists paradise. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Flores, Ricardo (1878-1918); Private Collection; (add.info.: The artists paradise)

Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2786490 Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Delaw, Georges (1874-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Le Rire, 23 May 1908.); © Look and Learn

In Morocco. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2786448 In Morocco. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: In Morocco. Satire on Franco-German tensions over Morocco)

Fluctuat. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2786434 Fluctuat. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fluctuat)

Scruples. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2786417 Scruples. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scruples. Illustration for Le Rire, 18 January 1908)

Christmas! Christmas! Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2786401 Christmas! Christmas! Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Burret, Leonce (1866-1915); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christmas! Christmas)

Gustave Rives, French architect and organiser of the Paris Motor Show. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2786400 Gustave Rives, French architect and organiser of the Paris Motor Show. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Leandre, Charles (1862-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gustave Rives)

President Bibendum. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2786381 President Bibendum. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Leandre, Charles (1862-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: President Bibendum)

Repetition. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2786377 Repetition. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Leandre, Charles (1862-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Repetition)

Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2786374 Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Le Rire, 3 November 1906. Signed Martin.); © Look and Learn

Bourgeois cuisine. A recipe for a presidential trip. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2786352 Bourgeois cuisine. A recipe for a presidential trip. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Delaw, Georges (1874-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bourgeois cuisine)

Heroines of past and present. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2786348 Heroines of past and present. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Avelot, Henri (1873-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Heroines of past and present)

Picturesque Switzerland. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2786347 Picturesque Switzerland. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Burret, Leonce (1866-1915); Private Collection; (add.info.: Picturesque Switzerland)

French actor Max Dearly. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2786313 French actor Max Dearly. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: French actor Max Dearly)

Illustration for Le Rire (litho)
2786277 Illustration for Le Rire (litho) by Hermann-Paul, Rene George (1874-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Le Rire, 31 March 1906.); © Look and Learn

Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2786257 Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Barcet, Emmanuel (1870-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Le Rire, 24 February 1906.); © Look and Learn

Marchande de Journaux (chromolitho)
975960 Marchande de Journaux (chromolitho) by Borgex, Louis (fl.1897); Private Collection; (add.info.: Marchande de Journaux)

Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2796400 Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Delaw, Georges (1874-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Le Rire, 7 May 1904.); © Look and Learn

The election campaign. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2796397 The election campaign. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Dufour, Emilien Leon Jean (fl.c.1911); Private Collection; (add.info.: The election campaign)

Satire on the Russo-Japanese War. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2796371 Satire on the Russo-Japanese War. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Leandre, Charles (1862-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Satire on the Russo-Japanese War)

Business is business. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2796356 Business is business. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Jeanniot, Pierre Georges (1848-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Business is business)

Satire on Frances abandonment of Alsace to Germany. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2796343 Satire on Frances abandonment of Alsace to Germany. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Jeanniot, Pierre Georges (1848-1934); Private Collection; (add.info)

Christmas Eve. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2796329 Christmas Eve. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Burret, Leonce (1866-1915); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christmas Eve)

Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2796318 Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Iribe, Paul (1883-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Le Rire, 12 December 1903.); © Look and Learn

The French Armys grand manoeuvres. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2796282 The French Armys grand manoeuvres. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The French Armys grand manoeuvres)

Bastille Day. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2796250 Bastille Day. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Avelot, Henri (1873-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bastille Day)

A London street. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2796248 A London street. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Bull, Rene (1872-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: A London street)

Basque pelota. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2796234 Basque pelota. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Basque pelota. Illustration for Le Rire, 20 June 1903)

Rowing. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2796232 Rowing. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Faivre, Jules Abel (1867-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rowing. Illustration for Le Rire, 20 June 1903.); © Look and Learn

Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2796230 Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Willette, Adolphe Leon (1857-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Le Rire, 20 June 1903.); © Look and Learn

President Loubet of France received by the Governor General of Algeria, Paul Revoil
2796195 President Loubet of France received by the Governor General of Algeria, Paul Revoil. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Leandre

Pedro Gailhard, Director of the Paris Opera. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2796184 Pedro Gailhard, Director of the Paris Opera. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Leandre, Charles (1862-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pedro Gailhard)

A soldier of Cambronne. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2796147 A soldier of Cambronne. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Burret, Leonce (1866-1915); Private Collection; (add.info.: A soldier of Cambronne)

Today: armed peace. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2796135 Today: armed peace. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Today: armed peace. Illustration for Le Rire, 18 October 1902)

Compensation. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2796116 Compensation. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Faivre, Jules Abel (1867-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Compensation)

Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2796067 Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Metivet, Lucien (1863-1930); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Le Rire, 31 May 1902.); © Look and Learn

Imagined French election posters, illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2796052 Imagined French election posters, illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Avelot, Henri (1873-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Imagined French election posters)

Francois Coppee, French writer and nationalist, illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2796048 Francois Coppee, French writer and nationalist, illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Leandre, Charles (1862-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Francois Coppee)

Centenary of the birth of Victor Hugo, illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2796026 Centenary of the birth of Victor Hugo, illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Burghers, Michael (1647-1727); Private Collection; (add.info)

Queen Victoria, Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2804912 Queen Victoria, Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Leandre, Charles (1862-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Queen Victoria)

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"Le Rire: A Kaleidoscope of Laughter and Satire" Step into the world of Le Rire, a vibrant publication that captivated readers with its colorful illustrations and witty commentary. From political scandals to cultural events, this French magazine fearlessly tackled it all, using humor as its weapon. One such illustration portrays Andrew Carnegie, known as "The King of Trusts, " a powerful figure in the business world. With a mischievous grin on his face, he represents the trust placed in him by society while subtly hinting at the potential consequences of such power. In another artwork titled "The Fall of an Angel, " we witness a poignant scene where innocence meets corruption. This thought-provoking piece reminds us that even celestial beings can succumb to earthly temptations. Satirizing France's relations with Japan during times of tension is yet another example of Le Rire's boldness. Through clever imagery and biting sarcasm, this illustration sheds light on diplomatic complexities while entertaining its audience. Amidst these politically charged pieces are lighthearted moments captured by Le Rire's talented artists. Whether it be showcasing Japanese kites soaring through the sky or envisioning citizen Jaures becoming president and transforming ordinary individuals into princesses, these illustrations bring joy and laughter to their viewers. It also celebrated significant global events like the coronation of King Edward VII in London. The jubilant atmosphere depicted in this artwork reflects not only the grandeur but also captures the spirit of unity felt during such occasions. However, Le Rire didn't shy away from exploring historical tragedies either. In one striking image set amidst Pompeii's ruins, we see a festival taking place—a haunting reminder that life goes on despite past devastation. Through its vivid illustrations and sharp wit, Le Rire became more than just a magazine—it was an embodiment of laughter itself. It pushed boundaries and challenged societal norms while providing a much-needed escape from the seriousness of everyday life.