Boito Collection

BOITO NERONE LIEBIG 6
Scene from act five : in the vault of the circus, the Christians are trapped by the fire, and die when the building collapses. Date: first performed 1924

BOITO NERONE LIEBIG 1
The auditorium of La Scala, Milano, during the first performance of Nerone, six years after Boito's death. Toscanini conducts. Date: first performed 1924

Portrait of Arrigo Boito (1842 - 1918) (coloured engraving)
3585332 Portrait of Arrigo Boito (1842 - 1918) (coloured engraving) by Italian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Arrigo Boito (1842 - 1918) was an Italian poet, journalist

PALACE CONCERT PROGRAMME
Programme of a concert at Buckingham Palace featuring music by Beethoven, Donizetti, Verdi, Wagner, Gounod, Boito, Gluck, Jules Cohen, Benedict and Meyerbeer Date: 29 June 1880

VERDI & BOITO AT PIANO VERDI & BOITO AT PIANO
GIUSEPPE VERDI the Italian opera composer with his librettist, Arrigo Boito Date: 1813-1901

Portrait of the librettist and composer Arrigo Boito (1842-1918), 1884. Creator: Anonymous
Portrait of the librettist and composer Arrigo Boito (1842-1918), 1884. Private Collection

Academie Nationale. - Mlle. L. Grandjean. - Role de Desdemone. - Othello, 1904. Louise Grandjean (1870-1934) as Desdemona in Othello - an opera in four acts by Giuseppe Verdi to an Italian libretto

Theatre De La Porte-Saint-Martin - Falstaff - Falstaff. - M. Clerget, 1904. Creator: Unknown
Theatre De La Porte-Saint-Martin - Falstaff - Falstaff. - M. Clerget, 1904. Paul Clerget, (1868-1935) in the title role in Falstaff - a comic opera by Italian composer Giuseppe Verdi adapted by

Academie Nationale. - Othello - Othello - M. Alvarez, 1904. Creator: Unknown
Academie Nationale. - Othello - Othello - M. Alvarez, 1904. Albert Alvarez (1860-1933) as Othello - an opera in four acts by Giuseppe Verdi to an Italian libretto by Arrigo Boito

Academie Nationale. - Othello - Iago - M. Delmas, 1904. Creator: Unknown
Academie Nationale. - Othello - Iago - M. Delmas, 1904. Jean-Francois Delmas, (1861-1933) as Iago in Othello - an opera in four acts by Giuseppe Verdi to an Italian libretto by Arrigo Boito

Theatre De La Porte-Saint-Martin - Falstaff - Nelly. - Mlle. Pannetier, 1904. Creator: Unknown
Theatre De La Porte-Saint-Martin - Falstaff - Nelly. - Mlle. Pannetier, 1904. Ms Pannetier as Nelly in Falstaff - a comic opera by Italian composer Giuseppe Verdi adapted by Arrigo Boito

Portrait of the composer Arrigo Boito (1842-1918), 1910s. Private Collection

Arrigo Boito, 1842 - 1918, born Enrico Giuseppe Giovanni Boito. Italian poet, journalist, novelist, librettist and composer who wrote essays under the anagrammatic pseudonym of Tobia Gorrio

Arrigo Boito
ARRIGO GUISEPPE GIOVANNI BOITO Italian composer and librettist Date: 1842 - 1918

ARRIGO BOITO (1842-1918). Italian composer and librettist. Wood engraving

Arrigo Boito with Verdi
ARRIGO GUISEPPE GIOVANNI BOITO Italian composer and librettist with Verdi Date: 1842 - 1918

Boito Nerone Liebig 5
Scene from act four : in the entrance to the circus, Nerone learns of Simon Maguss plot to escape by setting fire to Rome

Boito Nerone Liebig 4
Scene from act three : in the home of the Christians, news comes that Simon Magus plans to betray them

Boito Nerone Liebig 3
Scene from act two : priest/magician Simon Magus seeks to trick Nerone, but his plan backfires

Verdi & Boito at Piano
ARRIGO BOITO Italian composer and librettist, with Giuseppe Verdi, for whom he wrote two opera libretti Date: 1842 - 1918

Arrigo Boito / Photo
ARRIGO GUISEPPE GIOVANNI BOITO Italian composer and librettist

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"Boito: A Multifaceted Genius of Opera and Art" From his iconic compositions to his captivating portraits, Arrigo Boito (1842-1918) left an indelible mark on the world of opera and art. The names "BOITO NERONE LIEBIG 6" and "BOITO NERONE LIEBIG 1" evoke a sense of mystery surrounding this enigmatic figure. One cannot help but be drawn into the mesmerizing strokes of the oil-on-canvas masterpiece, "Portrait of Arrigo Boito. " This coloured engraving captures the essence of a man whose talent knew no bounds. The grandeur continues with glimpses into Boito's life through various concert programs. One such program features Verdi & Boito seated at a piano, their collaboration resonating in every note played. Another anonymous portrait showcases the librettist and composer in all his glory, immortalized for generations to admire. In the realm of theater, Boito's genius shines brightly. In 1904's production of Othello at Academie Nationale, Mlle. L. Grandjean takes on Desdemona's role while M. Alvarez embodies Othello himself. Mysterious yet compelling is M. Delmas as Iago - a character that captivates audiences with its complexity. At Theatre De La Porte-Saint-Martin, Falstaff comes alive under unknown creators' hands - M. Clerget portrays Falstaff brilliantly while Mlle. Pannetier brings Nelly to life with her undeniable talent. Arrigo Boito was more than just a name; he was an artistic force that pushed boundaries and challenged conventions throughout his career. His legacy lives on through these captivating images and performances that continue to inspire awe in those who encounter them today.