Poquelin Collection (#2)

Farceurs, 1670. French and Italian characters from the Comedia del Arte. The Captain is 5th from left, Harlequin 6th from left

Scene from Don Juan, ou le Festin de Pierre, 1665, (18th century). Artist: Laurent Cars
Scene from Don Juan, ou le Festin de Pierre, 1665, (18th century). Don Juan is speaking to the stone statue of the Commander whom he killed when the old man challenged the Don who had seduced his

Jean Baptiste Poquelin, called Moliere (1622-1673). French playwright and actor. First performance of Tartuffe, 1667. Colored engraving

Moliere (Ingres)
JEAN-BAPTISTE POQUELIN MOLIERE French writer, depicted in the act of creation Date: 1622 - 1673

Moliere (Chapman)
JEAN-BAPTISTE POQUELIN MOLIERE French playwright and actor Date: 1622 - 1673

MOLIERE (1622-1673). Pseudonym of Jean-Baptiste Poquelin. Lithograph, French, 19th century, after a painting by Pierre Mignard (1612-1695)

Pierre-Michel Alix after Jean-Franazois Garnerey (French, 1762 - 1817), J.B. Poquelin de Moliere, color aquatint

Bust of Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, known as Moliere, 1781 (terracotta) (b / w photo)
XIR616909 Bust of Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, known as Moliere, 1781 (terracotta) (b/w photo) by Houdon, Jean-Antoine (1741-1828); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Orleans

Title page for: The Life of Monsr Moliere, 1705, Caspar Luyken, Nicols ten Hoorn, 1705

MOLIERE AND LOUIS XIV. Moliere Breakfasting with Louis XIV at Versailles. Photogravure after a painting by Jean-Leon Gerome, late 19th century

THEATRE: VERSAILLES. A performance of Molieres Le Malade Imaginaire in Versailles
THEATRE: VERSAILLES. A performance of Molieres " Le Malade Imaginaire" in Versailles during the reign of Louis XIV

MAUZAISSE, Jean Baptiste (1784-1844). Jean Baptiste Poquelin, called MoliSre. Portrait after an original by Charles Antoine

Moliere, Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, Called
VEGA CARPIO, F lix Lope de (1562-1635). El esclavo de Roma, comedy by Lope de Vega edited in Barcelona by Sebasti

MARSILLACH, Adolfo; MOLIERE, Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, called (1622-1673). Film and theatre author, actor and director.;

MOLIERE, Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, called (1622-1673)

LOUIS XIV & MOLIERE. Moliere breakfasting with Louis XIV at the court in Versailles, France, c1665. Engraving after Jean Leon Gerome

MOLIERE (1622-1673). Pseudonym of Jean Baptiste Poquelin. French actor and playwright. Steel engraving, English, 1833

MOLIERE (1622-1773). Pseudonym of Jean Baptiste Poquelin. French actor and playwright. Frontespiece of Molieres comedy Monsieur de Pourceaugnac, 1670

MOLIERE (1622-1673). Jean Baptiste Poquelin Moliere. French playwright. Moliere in the role of Caesar in Corneilles Mort de Pompee. Oil on canvas, 17th century, attributed to Nicholas Mignard

MOLIERE: PLAY, 1670. Scene from Molieres 1670 comedy Monsieur de Pourceaugnac. Line engraving after Antoine Coypel (1661-1722)

BOURGEOIS GENTILHOMME. Title page for the 1670 publication of Molieres com

MOLIERE: PRÉCIEUSES, 1682. A scene from Molieres Les Pr

MOLIERE (1622-1673). Pseudonym of Jean Baptiste Poquelin. French actor and playwright. Copper engraving, 1685, after Pierre Mignard

MOLIERE: MALADE IMAGINAIRE. The Hypochondriacm, by Moliere (Pseudonym of Jean Baptiste Poquelin). French actor and playwright. Line engraving, 1734, after Francois Boucher

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"Poquelin: A Glimpse into the World of Moliere" Step back in time to the enchanting world of 17th-century France with Poquelin, a captivating figure who brought laughter and satire to the stage. Known by his stage name Moliere, this iconic playwright left an indelible mark on French literature and theater. In this collection of engravings from the 19th century, we are transported to some of Moliere's most famous works. "The Bourgeois Gentleman" comes alive through an exquisite illustration that captures the essence of this comedic masterpiece. The frontispieces to "Sganarelle, ou le Cocu Imaginaire" and "L'Avare (The Miser)" further showcase Moliere's wit and talent for exposing human follies. Moliere himself is immortalized in a portrait from 1830, though its creator remains unknown. This image allows us a glimpse into the face behind these timeless plays that continue to entertain audiences centuries later. Amongst these engravings are also depictions of beloved characters such as Monsieur Jourdain, Lubin, Harpagon, Alceste - each brought vividly to life by talented artists like L Wolff and Jean Francois Maurice Sand. These illustrations capture their unique personalities and quirks that have made them unforgettable throughout history. Not only do we encounter familiar faces but also lesser-known characters like Madelon or L'Apothicaire who add depth and variety to Moliere's repertoire. Sosie stands out with his comical presence portrayed by L Wolff in all its hilarity. As we delve into these images from 1868, it becomes evident why Moliere holds such significance in literary circles even today. His ability to blend humor with social commentary continues to resonate with audiences across generations. Join us on this journey through time as we celebrate the genius of Moliere and his enduring legacy.