Street Musicians Collection

Singers, 1863-68 (oil on fabric)
XOS5879232 Singers, 1863-68 (oil on fabric) by Ribot, Auguste Theodule (1823-91); 88.9x75.6 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

The movement - Music Alphabet - For use by young students in Schools, Education Houses and Families, 1897 (lithograph)
DUV4219790 The movement - Music Alphabet - For use by young students in Schools, Education Houses and Families, 1897 (lithograph); 31x24.5 cm; (add.info.: Paul Dupont, editor, Paris, 1897)

Capital letters Plate in "Picturesque alphabet or New informative and picturesque alphabet", 1892 (engraving)
DUV4220445 Capital letters Plate in "Picturesque alphabet or New informative and picturesque alphabet", 1892 (engraving); 27x17.5 cm; (add.info)

Vocal music - Music Alphabet - For use by young students in Schools, Education Houses and Families, 1897 (lithograph)
DUV4219922 Vocal music - Music Alphabet - For use by young students in Schools, Education Houses and Families, 1897 (lithograph); 31x24.5 cm; (add.info.: Paul Dupont, editor, Paris, 1897)

The Chimo dance, from the book "Trujillo del Peru" by Baltasar Martinez Companon y Bajanda
AIS5369335 The Chimo dance, from the book "Trujillo del Peru" by Baltasar Martinez Companon y Bajanda, bishop of Trujillo (1782-1785)

Christmas Eve serenade by 19th century street entertainers
7243395 Christmas Eve serenade by 19th century street entertainers; Private Collection; (add.info.: Christmas Eve serenade by 19th century street entertainers)

Magic Lantern: a bear showman and an oboe musician during a walking show. This popular tradition was very common in
FGL5485081 Magic Lantern: a bear showman and an oboe musician during a walking show. This popular tradition was very common in the Ariegeois Pyrenees

T: a travelling musician (Homo Titubans) - The Alphabet of Death, c.1856 (engraving)
DUV4221975 T: a travelling musician (Homo Titubans) - The Alphabet of Death, c.1856 (engraving); 8x23 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Drawing by H)

Nomad family of musicians (engraving)
8679741 Nomad family of musicians (engraving) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); 19, 9x18, 7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Gustave Dore's family of nomadic musicians); © Erik Pierre Hofmann

Pictures of Popular People: Street Musicians (engraving)
8673702 Pictures of Popular People: Street Musicians (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Street Musicians)

Forty three drawings of Neapolitan costume, 18th century (print)
3671796 Forty three drawings of Neapolitan costume, 18th century (print) by Castelli, Costanzo (18th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

"Wishing you a Jolly Christmas", Victorian card, c. 1880 (chromolitho)
BAL12671 "Wishing you a Jolly Christmas", Victorian card, c.1880 (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Joseph Hollman - portrait sitting playing the cello, 1897 (print)
3919254 Joseph Hollman - portrait sitting playing the cello, 1897 (print) by Gould, Francis Carruthers (1844-1925); (add.info.: Joseph Hollman - portrait sitting playing the cello)

The hurdy-gurdy player, 1783 (oil on canvas)
904882 The hurdy-gurdy player, 1783 (oil on canvas) by Watteau, Louis Joseph (Watteau de Lille) (1731-98); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Valenciennes, France; (add.info.: by Louis Joseph)

Flamenco dancers, painting by Gonzalo Bilbao y Martinez c. 1915
AIS5388629 Flamenco dancers, painting by Gonzalo Bilbao y Martinez c.1915 by Bilbao Martinez, Gonzalo (1860-1938); Museo de Bellas Artes, Bilbao, Spain; (add.info.: A stop on the road)

Give alms to the last of your kings (lithograph)
904707 Give alms to the last of your kings (lithograph) by French School, (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Fiddler playing on a street corner, 18th century. 1803 (engraving)
7233101 Fiddler playing on a street corner, 18th century. 1803 (engraving) by Deuchar, David (1743-1808); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fiddler playing on a street corner)

17th century Dutch hurdy-gurdy man in tall cap and cape. 1803 (engraving)
7233099 17th century Dutch hurdy-gurdy man in tall cap and cape. 1803 (engraving) by Deuchar, David (1743-1808); Private Collection; (add.info)

17th century peasants listening to a street fiddler. 1803 (engraving)
7233084 17th century peasants listening to a street fiddler. 1803 (engraving) by Deuchar, David (1743-1808); Private Collection; (add.info.: 17th century peasants listening to a street fiddler)

Drinkers and fiddler outside a village tavern, Georgian era. 1831 (engraving)
7234822 Drinkers and fiddler outside a village tavern, Georgian era.1831 (engraving) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Little Bread-Winner (colour litho)
7184048 Little Bread-Winner (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Little Bread-Winner. Illustration for The Prize, 1896.); © Look and Learn

Parisian sketches: the song dealer, 1858 (illustration)
7211596 Parisian sketches: the song dealer, 1858 (illustration) by Daumier, Honore (1808-79); (add.info.: Parisian sketches)

Aristide Bruant in his cabaret (lithography)
PCT4256896 Aristide Bruant in his cabaret (lithography) by Toulouse-Lautrec, Henri de (1864-1901); Musee Petiet, Limoux, France; © Patrice Cartier

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Nubian Musicians (w / c)
402788 Nubian Musicians (w/c) by Tapiro Baro, Josep (1836-1913); 68.5x45.7 cm; Private Collection; Spanish, out of copyright

A group of street musicians (photo)
585467 A group of street musicians (photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A group of street musicians, playing a harp, a violin, a trumpet and a cello)

Street Musicians (engraving)
585450 Street Musicians (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Street musicians, playing for the entertainment of dancing children)

Itinerant Musicians (coloured engraving)
585473 Itinerant Musicians (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Itinerant musicians)

Ballad Singer (coloured engraving)
585475 Ballad Singer (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ballad singer)

Street musicians (coloured engraving)
585471 Street musicians (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Street musicians, a man, a woman and a young girl, each holding their instrument)

The Travelling Musicians (engraving)
585470 The Travelling Musicians (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Travelling Musicians, London)

Street entertainers (engraving)
585469 Street entertainers (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Street entertainers)

Crowd of children gather around a street organ (photo)
585465 Crowd of children gather around a street organ (photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Street Musicians at Turin (engraving)
2771983 Street Musicians at Turin (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Street Musicians at Turin)

Olof Johan SAodermark Street musicians Pantheon
Olof Johan Sodermark, Street musicians at Pantheon, painting, 1840, oil on canvas, Height, 133.5 cm (52.5 inches), Width, 97 cm (38.1 inches), Signed, O Sodermark pinx Roma 1840

Cuba, Santiago de Cuba Province, Santiago de Cuba, Historical Center, Musician

Beggar Playing the Fiddle, His Wife Accompanying Him with Bones, after a 17th century engraving
KW260683 Beggar Playing the Fiddle, His Wife Accompanying Him with Bones, after a 17th century engraving, from Le Moyen Age et La Renaissance by Paul Lacroix (1806-84) published 1847 (litho)

Street musicians, Anonymous, 1830 - 1887

Little music in New York, A, Street musicians, United States, New York (State), New York, 1880

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"Captivating the Streets: A Melodic Journey through Time" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of street musicians. From a Victorian Christmas card adorned with the words "Wishing you a Jolly Christmas, " to Joseph Hollman's captivating portrait sitting as he skillfully plays the cello in 1897, these glimpses into history transport us to an era where music filled every corner. Traveling further south, we find ourselves in Santiago de Cuba Province, where the Historical Center echoes with the soulful melodies of local musicians. Their passion for their craft is palpable as they captivate passersby with their rhythmic tunes. Delving even deeper into history, we encounter an oil painting from 1783 depicting a hurdy-gurdy player. The vibrant colors on canvas bring this scene to life, reminding us of how music has always been intertwined with human expression. Moving forward to 1915, Gonzalo Bilbao y Martinez's painting showcases flamenco dancers gracefully moving to the beat of Spanish guitars. Their intricate footwork and passionate gestures mesmerize all who witness their performance. Intriguingly titled "Give alms to the last of your kings, " a lithograph prompts contemplation about society's treatment of artists throughout time. It serves as a reminder that street musicians often rely on our support and appreciation for their artistry. The engravings from various centuries paint vivid scenes - from fiddlers playing on street corners during the 18th century to peasants joyfully listening amidst bustling streets. These images capture moments frozen in time when music united communities and brought joy to everyday life. Stepping outside village taverns during Georgian times, drinkers would revel alongside fiddlers whose melodies lifted spirits high. Such scenes remind us that music has long served as a companion during moments of celebration and camaraderie. Lastly, we cannot forget two iconic tales depicted through lithographs.