Magic Flute Collection

MOZART: MAGIC FLUTE, 1791. The character Papageno from Wolfgang Amadeus Mozarts 1791 opera The Magic Flute: contemporary Austrian illustration

MOZART: MAGIC FLUTE. Set design for Wolfgang Amadeus Mozarts opera The Magic Flute ( Die Zauberfl├Âte ). Aquatint engraving, Austrian, late 18th century, by J. & P. Schaffer

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Papageno. Costume design for the Opera "La flûte enchantée" by W. A. Mozart, 1922
Papageno. Costume design for the Opera "La flute enchantee" by W. A. Mozart, 1922. Found in the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Papagena. Costume design for the Opera "La flûte enchantée" by W. A. Mozart, 1922
Papagena. Costume design for the Opera "La flute enchantee" by W. A. Mozart, 1922. Found in the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

The temple of Isis and Osiris where Sarastro was High Priest, c1816. Artist: Karl Friedrich Schinkel
The temple of Isis and Osiris where Sarastro was High Priest, c1816. Design for an 1816 production of Die Zauberflote ( The Magic Flute ) by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791)

The temple of Isis and Osiris, The Magic Flute, 1816. Artist: Karl Friedrich Schinkel
The temple of Isis and Osiris, The Magic Flute, 1816. Stage design by Karl Freidrich Schinkel for The Magic Flute (Die Zauberflote)

Temple among rocks, 1847-49. Creator: Karl Friedrich Thiele
Temple among rocks, 1847-49. Design for the Opera: The Magic Flute, Act I, Scene I

The Hall of Stars in the Palace of the Queen of the Night... 1847-49. Creator: Karl Friedrich Thiele
The Hall of Stars in the Palace of the Queen of the Night... 1847-49. Design for The Magic Flute, Act 1, Scene 6

The Magic Flute (engraving)
1046031 The Magic Flute (engraving) by Stokes, Marianne (1855-1927); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Magic Flute. Illustration for The Graphic)

Orpheus and the Magic Flute (colour litho)
726944 Orpheus and the Magic Flute (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An old story re-told: Orpheus and the Magic Flute, drawn by Percy Macquoid)

An Old Story re-told, Orpheus and the Magic Flute (chromolitho)
1051326 An Old Story re-told, Orpheus and the Magic Flute (chromolitho) by Macquoid, Percy (1852-1925); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Old Story re-told, Orpheus and the Magic Flute)

Three Boys Save the Despairing Pamina from Suicide, 1864. Creator: Moritz von Schwind
Three Boys Save the Despairing Pamina from Suicide, 1864

Priest. Costume design for the opera Die Zauberflote by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Private Collection

Queen of the Night Scene. Stage design for the opera Die Zauberflote by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, 1818. Private Collection

Emanuel Schikaneder as the first Papageno in Mozarts The Magic Flute. Private Collection

Stage design for the opera Die Zauberflote by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Found in the Collection of Staatliche Museen, Berlin

The autograph manuscript: The Magic Flute. Act I aria This portrait is enchantingly beautiful... 1791. Found in the collection of Staatsbibliothek zu Berlin

Es lebe Sarastro. The premiere of The Magic Flute by Mozart, 1790s. Artist: Anonymous
Es lebe Sarastro. The premiere of The Magic Flute by Mozart, 1790s. Found in the collection of the Mozarteum (ISM), Salzburg

Set design for Mozarts The Magic Flute, 1863. The Magic Flute ( Die Zauberflote ), the opera by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791) with libretto by Emanuel Schikaneder (1751-1812)

Poster for the opera The Magic Flute, 1791
Poster for the opera The Magic Flute, (Die Zauberflote), 1791. Austrian composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozarts (1756-1791) last opera, libretto by Emanuel Schikaneder (1751-1812)

Mozart working on his opera The Magic Flute, 1791, (1906). Austrian composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791), and Emanuel Schikaneder (1751-1812), the librettist

Fire and Water, The Magic Flute, 1816. Artist: Karl Friedrich Schinkel
Fire and Water, The Magic Flute, 1816. Stage design by Karl Freidrich Schinkel for The Magic Flute (Die Zauberflote), showing fire and water, two of the ordeals that Tamino, the hero

Design for a production of Mozarts opera Die Zauberflote ( The Magic Flute ), 1816. Artist: Karl Friedrich Schinkel
Design for a production of Mozarts opera Die Zauberflote ( The Magic Flute ), 1816. Fire and water, two of the ordeals that Tamino

The courtyard of the temple of Isis and Osiris where Sarastro was High Priest, c1816. Artist: Karl Friedrich Schinkel
The courtyard of the temple of Isis and Osiris where Sarastro was High Priest, c1816. Design for an 1816 production of Die Zauberflote ( The Magic Flute ) by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791)

Initiation ceremony in a Viennese Masonic Lodge during the reign of Joseph II, with
XAM67275 Initiation ceremony in a Viennese Masonic Lodge during the reign of Joseph II, with Mozart seated on the extreme left, 1784 (oil on canvas) by Unterberger

VIENNA: THEATER, c1800. The Theater an der Wien at Vienna, Austria, built by Emanuel Schikaneder, librettist for Wolfgang Amadeus Mozarts The Magic Flute ( Die Zauberflote, 1791)

MOZART: MAGIC FLUTE, 1793. Title page of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozarts score of The Magic Flute, transcribed for piano by Frederick Euniche, published in 1793 at Bonn, Germany

MOZART: MAGIC FLUTE. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozarts protagonist, Tamino, pursued by a dragon in Act I, scene i, of The Magic Flute ( Die Zauberfl├Âte ): line engraving, 19th century

MOZART: MAGIC FLUTE, 1791. The character Papageno from Wolfgang Amadeus Mozarts 1791 opera, The Magic Flute ( Die Zauberfl├Âte ): engraving, 1794

MOZART: MAGIC FLUTE. Set models for The Magic Flute ( Die Zauberfl├Âte ). Triumphal entry of the high priest Sarastro, drawn by a team of six lions (Act I, scene 18): line engraving, 1791

MOZART: MAGIC FLUTE, 1791. Pamina, drawn by the sound of the magic flute, discovers Tamino; Papageno, at right, sits at the magic table (Act II, scene 18): line engraving, 1791

MOZART: MAGIC FLUTE, 1791. Set models for The Magic Flute ( Die Zauberfl├Âte ). Staging for the trials by fire and water for a production at Munich in 1793. Aquatint engraving, 18th century

MOZART: MAGIC FLUTE. Set models for Wolfgang Amadeus Mozarts The Magic Flute ( Die Zauberfl├Âte ). Papageno gives his birds to the Queen of the Nights attendants and Tamino stands at left

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"The Magic Flute: A Timeless Tale of Love and Adventure" Step into the enchanting world of Mozart's 1791 opera, The Magic Flute. This captivating story follows the adventures of Papageno, a beloved character brought to life in contemporary Austrian illustrations. With its intricate set designs by J. & P. Schaffer, this late 18th-century aquatint engraving transports us to a magical realm. The opera takes place in various stunning locations, such as the Temple of Isis and Osiris beautifully depicted by Karl Friedrich Schinkel in 1816. Here, Sarastro serves as the High Priest, adding an air of mystery and spirituality to the narrative. Karl Friedrich Thiele's depiction of a temple nestled among rocks further immerses us in this fantastical world. As we explore these visually striking settings, we encounter The Hall of Stars within the Palace of the Queen of Night—a breathtaking sight that leaves us awe-inspired. Through mesmerizing engravings and lithographs like "Orpheus and the Magic Flute, " we witness how music intertwines with mythological elements to create an unforgettable experience on stage. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's genius shines through every note played during his masterpiece. In one poignant scene captured by Moritz von Schwind in 1864, Three Boys Save Despairing Pamina from Suicide—highlighting both love's power and despair's grip on our hearts. As we delve deeper into this old story retold time after time, it becomes clear that The Magic Flute is more than just an opera—it is a testament to human emotions and resilience against adversity. Its timeless themes continue to resonate with audiences worldwide even today. So step into this wondrous tale filled with love, adventure, mythical beings, and extraordinary music—the magic flute awaits you.