Performances Collection (#5)

A Fair at Woodstock, 1838 (watercolour with graphite)
7394145 A Fair at Woodstock, 1838 (watercolour with graphite) by Turner, Charles (1773-1857); 37.4x52.9 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

At the circus: Horsewoman, 1888 (tambourine with oil on vellum painting)
5862152 At the circus: Horsewoman, 1888 (tambourine with oil on vellum painting) by Toulouse-Lautrec, Henri de (1864-1901); diam: 26.7 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL

Variety, 1887 (oil on canvas)
7352445 Variety, 1887 (oil on canvas) by Bergh, Richard (1858-1919); Thiel Gallery, Stockholm, Sweden; (add.info.: by Richard Bergh (1858-1919))

Leon Blum. 1930-1936 (engraving)
6437690 Leon Blum. 1930-1936 (engraving) by Larquier, Philippe (Phil) (1905-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: History. France. Third Republic)

The Clown, 1868 (oil on canvas)
7352486 The Clown, 1868 (oil on canvas) by Renoir, Pierre Auguste (1841-1919); Rijksmuseum Kroller-Muller, Otterlo, Netherlands; (add.info.: by Renoir Pierre-Auguste (1841-1919))

American flamingo (Phoenicopterus ruber) performing courtship wing flashing, Quinta Playa, Isabela Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

At the Backstage or the Dancer, 1888 (gouache on cardboard)
7337445 At the Backstage or the Dancer, 1888 (gouache on cardboard) by Toulouse-Lautrec, Henri de (1864-1901); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Tournai, Belgium; (add.info.: Drawing)

Arabian dancing girl (watercolour)
7186155 Arabian dancing girl (watercolour) by Schutz, Erich (1886-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Arabian dancing girl)

At theatre, 1885-86 (pastel on paper)
7332002 At theatre, 1885-86 (pastel on paper) by Boldini, Giovanni (1842-1931); Private Collection; (add.info.: Artist: Giovanni Boldini); Ghigo Roli

Flock of American flamingos (Phoenicopterus ruber) performing courtship strutting and wing flashing, Quinta Playa, Isabela Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Flute Concerto in Sanssouci, Potsdam, Germany
7278846 Flute Concerto in Sanssouci, Potsdam, Germany by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Flute Concerto in Sanssouci, Potsdam, Germany, Historic)

Performance at the Imperial Grand Theatre in Moscow, September 1856
7279583 Performance at the Imperial Grand Theatre in Moscow, September 1856 by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Performance at the Imperial Grand Theatre in Moscow)

An accident at a military horse show, military riding
7279730 An accident at a military horse show, military riding by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An accident at a military horse show, military riding)

Foyer, inside the Theatre Francais in New York, America
7279512 Foyer, inside the Theatre Francais in New York, America by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Foyer, inside the Theatre Francais in New York, America, Historic)

A scene from the opera Don Juan by Mozart, performance around 1880
7279739 A scene from the opera Don Juan by Mozart, performance around 1880 by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A scene from the opera Don Juan by Mozart)

At the Circus: Trained Pony and Baboon, 1899 (pastel with pencil and graphite on paper)
5860048 At the Circus: Trained Pony and Baboon, 1899 (pastel with pencil and graphite on paper) by Toulouse-Lautrec, Henri de (1864-1901); 43.9--26.7 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL

Fierce fight between a tamer, a lion and a dog in the Ciniselli Circus, now in Petersburg (colour litho)
2815292 Fierce fight between a tamer, a lion and a dog in the Ciniselli Circus, now in Petersburg (colour litho) by Beltrame

Ballet Dancers, 1885 (oil on plaster, transferred to canvas)
5859585 Ballet Dancers, 1885 (oil on plaster, transferred to canvas) by Toulouse-Lautrec, Henri de (1864-1901); 153.5--152.5 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL

On the Stage, 1876-77 (pastel on paper laid down on board)
5859060 On the Stage, 1876-77 (pastel on paper laid down on board) by Degas, Edgar (1834-1917); 59.2--42.8 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL

Cabaret des Arts / X. Privas, D. Bonnaud, J. Varney, G. Secot, G. Baltha, E. Lassailly, 1900 (lithography)
398391 Cabaret des Arts/X.Privas, D.Bonnaud, J.Varney, G.Secot, G.Baltha, E.Lassailly, 1900 (lithography) by Lucas, Charles E

Pantomimes Lumineuses, 1892 (lithography)
397487 Pantomimes Lumineuses, 1892 (lithography) by Cheret, Jules (1836-1932); JMK Archiv, Bremen, Germany; (add.info.: Musee Grevin, Pantomimes Lumineuses, Theatre Optique de E)

Constantin le plus Grand Geant du Monde, 1890 (lithography)
398366 Constantin le plus Grand Geant du Monde, 1890 (lithography) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); JMK Archiv, Bremen, Germany; (add.info.: Poster for an appearance by giant Constantin)

Cinderella, 1897 (lithography)
398335 Cinderella, 1897 (lithography) by Hardy, Dudley (1867-1922); JMK Archiv, Bremen, Germany; (add.info.: Affiche de Dudley Hardy, Angleterre and Waterlow & Sons Ltd. Lith)

Teams in boats jousting on the River Seine, Paris. 1906 (lithograph)
7236707 Teams in boats jousting on the River Seine, Paris. 1906 (lithograph) by Berthault, Pierre-Gabriel (1737-1831); Private Collection; (add.info.: Teams in boats jousting on the River Seine)

Art. Entertainment. A trip to Chinatown, musical play by Charles Hoyt. Poster by Berggarstaff, England, c
3434537 Art. Entertainment. A trip to Chinatown, musical play by Charles Hoyt. Poster by Berggarstaff, England, c.1891-1895 (poster) by Beggarstaff, J. & W. (fl.1894-99); (add.info.: Art. Spectacle)

Performance of a carnival farce by the German Meistersinger Hans Sachs at the Heilsbronner Hof, Nuremberg
7148055 Performance of a carnival farce by the German Meistersinger Hans Sachs at the Heilsbronner Hof, Nuremberg, 16th Century (engraving) by Weigand

J (letter shown by a saltimbank and his learned dog)
6523512 J (letter shown by a saltimbank and his learned dog) by Appel, Francois Antoine (1821-1882); Private Collection; (add.info.: in " Alphabet Figure Call. G)

A cabaret show (litho)
7172980 A cabaret show (litho) by Hammond, Aubrey (1893-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: A cabaret show. Illustration from The London Scene, Described by Lewis Melville (Faber and Gwyer)

The Dance of the Oil Lamp, 1881 (oil on canvas)
AIS5377120 The Dance of the Oil Lamp, 1881 (oil on canvas) by Llovera Bofill, Josep (1846-96); Private Collection; (add.info)

Scene at the Comedie Francaise (b / w photo)
7200485 Scene at the Comedie Francaise (b/w photo) by Brichaut, Albert (died c 1901); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene at the Comedie Francaise. Dress rehearsal of a French comedy)

Stunts performed by acrobat Pierre Magarieu of Paris, 18th C. 1906 (litho)
7239545 Stunts performed by acrobat Pierre Magarieu of Paris, 18th C. 1906 (litho) by French School, (20th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

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"Captivating Performances: From Operas to Circuses, Theatre to Dance" Step into the world with this captivating collection of images. Transport yourself back to 1953 and experience the magic of an advert for a Verdi Opera. The grandeur and emotion that filled the air during those shows is truly unforgettable. Delve further into history as we explore Wagner's mesmerizing compositions. His music has stood the test of time, leaving audiences in awe since the 19th century. In a completely different setting, witness adorable red fox cubs frolicking in Vosges, France. Their playful antics are like a performance all on their own, showcasing nature's beauty. Take a peek behind the scenes at a circus scene illustrated by Gérard Laplau. The vibrant colors and lively atmosphere bring this enchanting world to life before your eyes. Marvel at the skill of a snake charmer playing his flute-like instrument while coaxing out a majestic serpent from its basket. This ancient art form continues to captivate audiences around the globe. Discover old-world charm with Bertram Mills Circus handbill advertising Hamlet at Leeds Theatre. The anticipation and excitement surrounding live theater can be felt through every word on that piece of paper. Gertie Millar, an accomplished actress known for her talent and grace, takes center stage in our next image. Her performances left spectators spellbound as she effortlessly brought characters to life. Leicester Square Looking Towards Empire Theatre provides us with a glimpse into bustling London nightlife during its heyday. The lights shining bright against the night sky beckon you towards unforgettable performances within those walls. Jullien at Covent Garden transports us back even further in time when concerts were held amidst opulent surroundings. Imagine being part of an audience enraptured by beautiful melodies performed by talented musicians.