Soiree Collection (#5)

Les Plaisirs Parisiens Preparatifs pour soiree
Les Plaisirs Parisiens: Preparatifs pour une soiree. Luxe et misere. Maudite plume! mechante encre!.... Charles Joseph Travies de Villers (French, 1804-1859). Lithograph

Chopin Playing the Piano in Prince Radziwills Salon, 1887 (oil on canvas)
XKL96671 Chopin Playing the Piano in Prince Radziwills Salon, 1887 (oil on canvas) by Siemiradzki, Hendrik (1843-1902); 150x210 cm; Private Collection; Berko Fine Paintings, Knokke-Zoute

The Salon of Victor Hugo (1802-85) 21 rue de Clichy, illustration from La Chronique
XIR166019 The Salon of Victor Hugo (1802-85) 21 rue de Clichy, illustration from La Chronique Illustree (colour litho) by Marie, Adrien Emmanuel (1848-91) (after); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Circumstantial Evidence, 1879 (1891). Artist: George du Maurier
Circumstantial Evidence, 1879 (1891). A print from Society Pictures, drawn by George du Maurier, selected from Punch, Volume I, London, 1891

Disastrous Result of Beautymania, 1879 (1891). Artist: George du Maurier
Disastrous Result of Beautymania, 1879 (1891). The last new beauty, having an innocent cast of countenance, has been painted, sculptured, and photographed with her head on one side

Two Thrones, 1879 (1891). Artist: George du Maurier
Two Thrones, 1879 (1891). A print from Society Pictures, drawn by George du Maurier, selected from Punch

Opening soiree of the new offices of the Daily Telegraph, Fleet Street, London, 28 June 1882. A print from the Illustrated London News, (8 July 1882)

Merry Company, 17th century. Artist: Jacob Duck
Merry Company, 17th century. Found in the collection of the State Art Museum, Tula, Russian

Saint Cecilia (d. 232). The Evening. Engraving. Colored
Saint Cecilia (d. 232). Roman virgin and martyr, patroness of musicians. Engraving by G. Heuer & Kirmse. The Evening. Illustrated Weekly, 1893. Colored

Paris Restaurant Soiree
People enjoy an evening in a Paris restaurant. Date: 1910

Purple Dress 1899
Purple dress with wrap-over bodice, 3/4 length sleeves, accordi on pleating on cuffs, yoke, sleeves & collar. Tunic simulated by the addition of broad lace panels. Date: 1899

Soiree Dansante 1903
The Salle des Reunions of the Paris newspaper Le petit Journal at 21 rue Cadet offers a splendid art nouveau decor along with its spacious dance floor and balconies. Date: 1903

Paris Soiree / Alophe
Artistic types meet at a fashionable Paris soiree Date: circa 1837

Soiree at the Royal Academy
Members of The Royal Academy at a soiree at Burlington House. Not a woman in sight. 1870

Four fashionable ladies at a soiree
Four society ladies: two wear wide shouldered gowns with transparent over-sleeves marking the transition to the new fashion. The other two have short puffed sleeves. Date: late 1820s

Lovely gown worns at the Paquin Phelps soiree dansante
A selection of gowns showcased at the Paquin Phelps soiree dansante held in March 1923 to celebrate the amalgamation of the British fashion house of Elspeth Phelps with Paquin of Paris

Source Size = 3756 x 3749
Soiraa'E at the Royal Society, 1870

Source Size = 5028 x 3793
Scene from the Drama of " don Guzman", at a Soiree of the Royal Association in Aid of the London Deaf and Dumb

Source Size = 2512 x 3548
Soiree of the Suburban Artisan Schools, in the Flaxman Hall, University College, 1852

Source Size = 3923 x 2485
Lord John Russell at the Soiree of the Leeds Mechanics Institution and Literary Society

Christmas Soiree, at the Hanover Square Rooms, of the Association in Aid of the Deaf and Dumb, 1869

Source Size = 3916 x 2451
Soiree of the Vegetarian Society, in Freemasons Hall

Source Size = 2477 x 3133
" SOIREE MUSICALE" AT MANILLA

Study for An Evening at Baron von Spaun s: Schubert at the piano among his friends
XAM90699 Study for An Evening at Baron von Spaun s: Schubert at the piano among his friends, including the operatic baritone Johann Vogl (1768-1840) (w/c on paper) by Schwind

An Soiree at the Home of Madame Geoffrin (detail of Lekain and Mademoiselle Clairon)
XIR905110 An Soiree at the Home of Madame Geoffrin (detail of Lekain and Mademoiselle Clairon), 1755 (oil on canvas) by Lemonnier

Caudieux (poster), 1893 (colour lithograph)
XIR901536 Caudieux (poster), 1893 (colour lithograph) by Toulouse-Lautrec, Henri de (1864-1901); Musee Toulouse-Lautrec, Albi, France; (add.info.: Caudieux (affiche)); French, out of copyright

Doctor Gabriel Tapie de Celeyran in a Theatre Hall, 1894 (oil on canvas)
XIR901512 Doctor Gabriel Tapiede Celeyran in a Theatre Hall, 1894 (oil on canvas) by Toulouse-Lautrec, Henri de (1864-1901); 110x56 cm; Musee Toulouse-Lautrec, Albi

Edgar Degas, Program for the Soiree Artistique (Programme de la Soira e des anciens
Edgar Degas, Program for the Soiree Artistique (Programme de la Soira© e des anciens a© la┼íves du Lyca© e de Nantes), French, 1834-1917, 1844, transfer lithograph

An Evening at Baron von Spaun s: Schubert at the piano among his friends, including
XAM68744 An Evening at Baron von Spaun s: Schubert at the piano among his friends, including the operatic baritone Johann Vogl (1768-1840) (pen & ink on paper) by Schwind

Jean Gabriel Caquet after Franazois-Andra Vincent (French, 1749 - 1802), La soiree
Jean Gabriel Caquet after Franazois-Andra© Vincent (French, 1749 - 1802), La soiree du Palais Royal, etching and engraving

The Berkshire and Reading Chess Club Soiree, in the New Hall, Reading, Uk, 1851 Engraving

The Celebrated Polka, song sheet, 1840 (colour litho)
BAL3097 The Celebrated Polka, song sheet, 1840 (colour litho) by Brandard, John (1812-63) (after); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

An Artists Soiree: a Sketch at the Hogarth Club, Uk, 1873

Witchcraft, 1871 (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF271082 Witchcraft, 1871 (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Frontispiece illustration from But Gentlemen Marry Brunettes by Anita Loos
KW272900 Frontispiece illustration from But Gentlemen Marry Brunettes by Anita Loos, published in 1928 (litho) by Barton, Ralph (1891-1931); Private Collection; Ken Welsh; American, out of copyright

John Richard Comyns of Hylands Essex, with his daughters, 1775 (oil on canvas)
XYC257428 John Richard Comyns of Hylands Essex, with his daughters, 1775 (oil on canvas) by Greenwood, John (1727-92); 90.2x109.2 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection

The Concert, from Scenes at Bath, c
XYC245525 The Concert, from Scenes at Bath, c.1795-1800 (w/c & pen & ink on paper laid on mount) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); 14x20.6 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection

Dance mania, 1809 (engraving) (b / w photo)
XIR252988 Dance mania, 1809 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Debucourt, Philibert Louis (1755-1832); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: La manie de la danse; ); French, out of copyright

The Buffet, 1884 (oil on canvas)
XIR22870 The Buffet, 1884 (oil on canvas) by Forain, Jean Louis (1852-1931); 93.5x148 cm; Federation Mutualiste Parisienne, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

A Masquerade Ball (pen & ink on paper)
XIR224939 A Masquerade Ball (pen & ink on paper) by Natoire, Charles Joseph (1700-77); Musee Atger, Faculte de Medecine, Montpellier, France; French, out of copyright

Portrait of Mademoiselle X, 1873 (oil on canvas)
XIR223299 Portrait of Mademoiselle X, 1873 (oil on canvas) by Carolus-Duran, Charles Emile Auguste (1837-1917); Musee Municipal, Cambrai, France; French, out of copyright

Quadrille at the Bal Tabarin (oil on canvas)
XIR222425 Quadrille at the Bal Tabarin (oil on canvas) by Abel-Truchet, (1857-1918); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

The Masked Ball, c. 1767 (oil on panel)
XIR221155 The Masked Ball, c.1767 (oil on panel) by Paret y Alcazar, Luis (1746-99); 40x51 cm; Prado, Madrid, Spain; Spanish, out of copyright

A Ball (coloured engraving)
XIR216688 A Ball (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

The Salon of Hortense de Beauharnais (1783-1837) in Rome (oil on card)
XIR211734 The Salon of Hortense de Beauharnais (1783-1837) in Rome (oil on card) by Cottrau, Pierre Felix (1799-1852); 33.5x25 cm; Musee National du Chateau de Malmaison, Rueil-Malmaison

The Bal Mabille (pen & ink and w / c on paper)
XIR210293 The Bal Mabille (pen & ink and w/c on paper) by Goncourt, Jules de (1830-70); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

The Boulevards, Evening in Front of the Cafe Napolitain, late 19th century (oil
XIR19965 The Boulevards, Evening in Front of the Cafe Napolitain, late 19th century (oil on canvas) by Beraud, Jean (1849-1935); 32x40 cm; Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

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Step into the enchanting world of a soiree, where elegance and sophistication reign supreme. Picture yourself in Vichy, France, circa 1920, surrounded by the alluring scent perfume as used by the glamorous Lilian Davies. The Wolverton Mechanics Institute hosts a grand soiree, where laughter and music fill the air. An elegant gathering unfolds before your eyes; guests dressed in their finest attire mingle and dance with grace. Intriguing scenes come to life through etchings like "Playing in Parts" by James Gillray or "A Pig in a Poke" depicting an amusing game of Whist from 1788. Traveling to Liverpool's vibrant Bright Soiree transports you to a lively celebration filled with joyous melodies. Delve into history as you explore the Pirrie Carlisle Archive - autographs and illustrations that offer glimpses into past soirées. Imagine Johann Georg Platzer's exquisite artwork showcasing flutes, lutes, cellos, and violins harmoniously playing together. Even renowned figures have graced these exclusive gatherings: Albert Einstein and his wife Elsa were captured alongside Charlie Chaplin at the film premiere of City Lights in Los Angeles theater during 1931. And let us not forget about indulgence. Engravings depict gentlemen gallantly serving ladies dishes of jelly at supper tables adorned with opulence. So embrace this captivating word – soiree – it encapsulates an atmosphere brimming with beauty, culture, artistry, and refined revelry. Lose yourself in its allure; immerse yourself in the magic that only a true they are provide.