Moliere Collection

La Fontaine, Moliere, Racine, and other French writers, 1600s
Conversation among French authors La Fontaine, Boileau, Moliere, and Racine. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Scene from Mozarts opera Don Giovanni 1787 (c1914). Opera by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791), Austrian composer, first performed in Prague in 1787

Louis XIV and Moliere having breakfast
Moliere at breakfast with Louis XIV at Versailles Palace. Hand-colored photogravure reproduction of a painting

Moliere / Tartuffe
LE TARTUFFE - Ah, just because I am devout, I m none the less a man !

Moliere / Malade Imagin
LE MALADE IMAGINAIRE The imaginary invalid, his doctors and his maidservant

Illustration of the play Le Monsier de Pourceaugnac by Moliere, 1669 (engraving)
AIS5350468 Illustration of the play Le Monsier de Pourceaugnac by Moliere, 1669 (engraving); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: Madame Bellecour in the role of Nerine)

Moliere at Louis XIV's table, in front of his library filled with books, 1891 (Engraving)
7418365 Moliere at Louis XIV's table, in front of his library filled with books, 1891 (Engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: Moliere at Louis XIV's table)

Amphitryon, 1896 (engraving)
ELD4833199 Amphitryon, 1896 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: Amphitryon. Engraving from " Works" by Jean-Baptiste Poquelin dit Moliere (Jean Baptiste Poquelin, 1622-1673)

The Affected Young Ladies, 1896 (engraving)
ELD4833763 The Affected Young Ladies, 1896 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Affected Young Ladies, Engraving from "Works" by Jean-Baptiste Poquelin dit Moliere)

The Love-Tiff, 1896 (engraving)
ELD4833350 The Love-Tiff, 1896 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Love-Tiff, Engraving from "Works" by Jean-Baptiste Poquelin dit Moliere (Jean Baptiste Poquelin, 1622-1673)

The Doctor in Spite of Himself: Sganarelle, Lucas & Valere, 1896 (engraving)
ELD4833207 The Doctor in Spite of Himself: Sganarelle, Lucas & Valere, 1896 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: "The Doctor in Spite of Himself", Sganarelle)

Ninon de Lenclos or Anne " Ninon" de l'Enclos, 1616-1705, French author
FLO4572067 Ninon de Lenclos or Anne " Ninon" de l'Enclos, 1616-1705, French author, courtesan and patron of the young Moliere and Voltaire

Monsieur de Pourceaugnac, 1896 (engraving)
ELD4833389 Monsieur de Pourceaugnac, 1896 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: Monsieur de Pourceaugnac, Engraving from "Works" by Jean-Baptiste Poquelin dit Moliere)

The Blunderer, or, The Mishaps, 1896 (engraving)
ELD4833494 The Blunderer, or, The Mishaps, 1896 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Blunderer, or, The Mishaps)

George Dandin or the Abashed Husband, 1896 (engraving)
ELD4833226 George Dandin or the Abashed Husband, 1896 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: George Dandin or the Abashed Husband)

MOLIERE, Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, called (1622-1673). English dramatist and actor. Engraving (17th c.). Etching. SPAIN
CUL4868791 MOLIERE, Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, called (1622-1673). English dramatist and actor. Engraving (17th c.). Etching. SPAIN. CATALONIA. Barcelona

The School for Wives, 1896 (engraving)
ELD4833733 The School for Wives, 1896 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: The School for Wives, Engraving from "Works" by Jean-Baptiste Poquelin dit Moliere)

Scapin's Deceits, 1896 (engraving)
ELD4833619 Scapin's Deceits, 1896 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scapon's Deceits, Engraving from "Works" by Jean-Baptiste Poquelin dit Moliere)

Tartuffe, or The Imposter, 1896 (engraving)
ELD4833555 Tartuffe, or The Imposter, 1896 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tartuffe, or The Imposter, Engraving from "Works" by Jean-Baptiste Poquelin dit Moliere)

The Imaginary Invalid, 1896 (engraving)
ELD4833480 The Imaginary Invalid, 1896 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Imaginary Invalid, Engraving from "Works" by Jean-Baptiste Poquelin dit Moliere)

Alexandre Damas as Alceste in Le Misanthrope by Moliere, Theatre Francais, 1823. Handcoloured lithograph by F
FLO4606883 Alexandre Damas as Alceste in Le Misanthrope by Moliere, Theatre Francais, 1823. Handcoloured lithograph by F. Noel after an illustration by Alexandre-Marie Colin from Portraits

The Impromptu at Versailles, 1896 (engraving)
ELD4833504 The Impromptu at Versailles, 1896 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Impromptu at Versailles, Engraving from "Works" by Jean-Baptiste Poquelin dit Moliere)

The Learned Ladies, 1896 (engraving)
ELD4833458 The Learned Ladies, 1896 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Learned Ladies, Engraving from "Works" by Jean-Baptiste Poquelin dit Moliere (Jean Baptiste Poquelin)

Don Juan or the Feast with the Statue, 1896 (engraving)
ELD4833574 Don Juan or the Feast with the Statue, 1896 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: Don Juan or the Feast with the Statue)

The miser, Harpagon, 1896 (engraving)
ELD4833299 The miser, Harpagon, 1896 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Miser, Harpagon, Engraving from "Works" by Jean-Baptiste Poquelin dit Moliere (Jean Baptiste Poquelin)

The Forced Marriage, 1896 (engraving)
ELD4833532 The Forced Marriage, 1896 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Forced Marriage, Engraving from "Works" by Jean-Baptiste Poquelin dit Moliere (Jean Baptiste Poquelin)

Claude Louis Monrose Sr. as Mascarille in L'Etourdi or The Mister by Moliere, Theatre Francais, 1823
FLO4606727 Claude Louis Monrose Sr. as Mascarille in L'Etourdi or The Mister by Moliere, Theatre Francais, 1823. Handcoloured lithograph by F

Jean Baptiste Poquelin called Moliere (1622-1673), French playwright and comedian, engraving
1727545 Jean Baptiste Poquelin called Moliere (1622-1673), French playwright and comedian, engraving.

The Misanthrope, 1896 (engraving)
ELD4833587 The Misanthrope, 1896 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Misanthrope, Engraving from "Works" by Jean-Baptiste Poquelin dit Moliere (Jean Baptiste Poquelin)

A lounge combining Jean de La Fontaine, Nicolas Boileau, Moliere and Jean Racine. Colored engraving
NWI4925263 A lounge combining Jean de La Fontaine, Nicolas Boileau, Moliere and Jean Racine. Colored engraving.; (add.info.: A salon bringing together French writers Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695)

MOLIERE, Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, called (1622-1673). English dramatist and actor
CUL4868770 MOLIERE, Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, called (1622-1673). English dramatist and actor. Moliere characterized as Sganarelle, main character of the homonymous comedy (1660). Xylography. SPAIN

"Le Bourgeois Gentilhomme", by the late C. R. Leslie...South Kensington Museum, 1864. Creator: W Thomas
"Le Bourgeois Gentilhomme", by the late C. R. Leslie, R.A., in the Sheepshanks Collection, South Kensington Museum, 1864. Engraving of a painting

Molière ayant la douleur de s'entendre interpreter avec une pratique, 1864. Creator: Cham
Moliere ayant la douleur de s'entendre interpreter avec une pratique, 1864. Caricature of the playwright Moliere covering his ears on seeing his play Tartuffe performed at a Punch-and-Judy puppet

Scene from the opera Don Giovanni (1787), c1914 Artist: Charles A Buchel
Scene from the opera Don Giovanni (1787), c1914. The stone statue of the Commandatore arrives to join the feast to which Don Giovanni has jokingly invited him

Portrait de Emile Dehelly (1871-1969), sociétaire de la Comédie-Française, dans le rôle... 1909
Portrait de Emile Dehelly (1871-1969), societaire de la Comedie-Francaise, dans le role d'Acaste du Misanthrope, 12-1909

The Great Catherine, New York, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The Great Catherine, New York, 1936. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S. Works Progress Administration in 1935, was designed to conserve and develop the skills of theater workers

Portrait of the author Moliére (1622-1673), 1774. Creator: Beauvarlet, Jacques Firmin (1731-1797)
Portrait of the author Moliere (1622-1673), 1774. Private Collection

Portrait of the author Moliére (1622-1673), 1751. Creator: Anonymous
Portrait of the author Moliere (1622-1673), 1751. Private Collection

Portrait of the author Moliére (1622-1673), 1700. Creator: Anonymous
Portrait of the author Moliere (1622-1673), 1700. Private Collection

Portrait of Molière (1622-1673), dramatic author and actor, between 1801 and 1900. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of Moliere (1622-1673), dramatic author and actor, between 1801 and 1900

Portrait of Madeleine Pissard as Roxane (L'Amour medecin), 1921. Creator: Jacques Emile Blanche
Portrait of Madeleine Pissard as Roxane (L'Amour medecin), 1921

Portrait of the author Moliére (1622-1673), 17th century. Creator: Mignard, Pierre (1612-1695)
Portrait of the author Moliere (1622-1673), 17th century. Private Collection

Portrait of the author Moliére (1622-1673), 17th century. Creator: Mignard, Pierre (1612-1695)
Portrait of the author Moliere (1622-1673), 17th century. Found in the collection of the Comedie Francaise, Paris

Portrait of the author Moliére (1622-1673), 1850. Creator: Menzel, Adolph Friedrich, von (1815-1905)
Portrait of the author Moliere (1622-1673), 1850. Private Collection

Portrait of the author Moliére (1622-1673), 17th century. Creator: Mignard, Pierre (1612-1695)
Portrait of the author Moliere (1622-1673), 17th century. Found in the collection of the Comedie Francaise, Paris

Presumed portrait of Armande Béjart (around 1640-1700), actress, c1660. Creator: Nicolas Mignard
Presumed portrait of Armande Bejart (around 1640-1700), actress, c1660

Moliere (1622-1673) in the role of Caesar in "The Death of Pompey", c1650. Creator: Nicolas Mignard
Moliere (1622-1673) in the role of Caesar in "The Death of Pompey", c1650

La Comedie Francaise, Paris, c. 1900
3785052 La Comedie Francaise, Paris, c. 1900.; (add.info.: La Comedie Francaise, Paris, c. 1900. A state theate of France.); Lebrecht History

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Moliere, the renowned French playwright of the 17th century, stands as a pillar in the world of literature alongside his contemporaries La Fontaine and Racine. Born in 1622 during the reign of Louis XIII, Moliere's comedic genius brought laughter to audiences across France. Imagine a scene at Versailles where Louis XIV himself sits down for breakfast with Moliere, discussing their latest artistic endeavors. The king's patronage allowed Moliere to flourish and create timeless masterpieces such as "Tartuffe, " exposing hypocrisy with wit and satire. In another corner of history, we find ourselves transported to Mozart's opera "Don Giovanni" from 1787. This particular scene captures the essence of Moliere's influence on future generations through his captivating storytelling. Amongst his vast repertoire, two plays stand out: "Le Malade Imaginaire" and "Le Misanthrope. " In these works, Moliere delves into themes of hypochondria and misanthropy respectively, showcasing his ability to explore complex human nature while maintaining an air of comedy. Brecourt's play titled "L'Ombre de Molière" pays homage to this literary giant by depicting a scene inspired by one of his famous works. It serves as a testament to how deeply ingrained Moliere's legacy is within French culture. The illustrations accompanying editions of Moliere's works further immortalize him in art history. François Boucher’s enchanting illustration for the edition published in 1734 depicts a scene from "Le Dépit Amoureux, " capturing both beauty and humor simultaneously. One cannot forget Scapin’s Furries - an iconic moment that has been frequently depicted throughout time - where Argante hides behind Scapin while Silvestre threatens him with drawn swords. This scene showcases not only physical comedy but also highlights the enduring popularity of this theatrical piece.