Clarisse Collection

Mrs. Cunningham Reid (Mary Ashley)
Hon. Ruth Mary Clarisse Ashley, daughter of multi-millionaire, Lt-Col Wilfred Ashley (1st Baron Mount Temple) and sister of Edwina, Countess Mountbatten

Miss Clarisse or Clarisse Midroy as Pauline in Le Docteur Noir by Anicet Bourgeoise, Theatre de la Porte St
FLO4631999 Miss Clarisse or Clarisse Midroy as Pauline in Le Docteur Noir by Anicet Bourgeoise, Theatre de la Porte St. Martin, 1846

Mlle. Clarisse as Sataniel in "Les Cinq Cents Diables" at the Theatre de la Gaite
5855482 Mlle. Clarisse as Sataniel in "Les Cinq Cents Diables" at the Theatre de la Gaite.; (add.info.: Mlle. Clarisse as Sataniel in "Les Cinq Cents Diables" at the Theatre de la)

Ellen Terry as Clarisse in Robespierre, Lyceum Theatre, 1895 (b / w photo)
6032946 Ellen Terry as Clarisse in Robespierre, Lyceum Theatre, 1895 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ellen Terry as Clarisse in Robespierre)

Clarisse Sainte-Foy as Denise in Les Deux Gentilhommes, 1844
Opera singer Clarisse Sainte-Foy as the milkmaid Denise in Les Deux Gentilhommes by Justin Cadaux, Theatre de l Opera Comique, 1844

Clarisse Midroy as Maritana in Don Cesar de Bazan, 1844
Mlle. Clarisse Midroy as Maritana in Don Cesar de Bazan by Dumanoir and Adolphe d Ennery, Theatre de la Porte St. Martin, 1844

Mlle. Rose Cheri or Rose Marie Cizos in Clarisse Harlowe by Dumanoir and Guillard, Theatre du Gymnase Dramatique, 1846. Handcoloured lithograph after an illustration by Alexandre Lacauchie

Hippolyte Tisserant as Patrick Macdonald in
French actor Hippolyte Tisserant as Patrick Macdonald in Clarisse Harlowe by Dumanoir and Guillard, Theatre du Gymnase Dramatique, 1846

Mlle. Marthe Letessier as Jenny in Clarisse Harlowe, 1846
Mlle. Marthe Letessier as Jenny in Clarisse Harlowe by Dumanoir and Guillard, Theatre du Gymnase Dramatique, 1846. Handcoloured lithograph after an illustration by Alexandre Lacauchie from Victor

Clarisse Midroy as Pauline in Le Docteur Noir, 1846
Mlle. Clarisse or Clarisse Midroy as Pauline in Le Docteur Noir by Anicet Bourgeoise, Theatre de la Porte St. Martin, 1846

Mlle. Elisa Clarisse Lemenil as Poussette in Sylvandire, Act V, by Leuven/Vanderburch, Theatre du Palais-Royal, 1845. Handcoloured lithograph after an illustration by Alexandre Lacauchie from Victor

Mlle. Clarisse as Hortense in La Dame de St. Tropez, 1844
Clarisse Miroy as Hortense in La Dame de St. Tropez by Anicet-Bourgeois and Dennery, Theatre de la Porte St. Martin, 1844

The Return of Sir Henry Irving, M Sardous "Robespierre"at the Lyceum (litho)
1051732 The Return of Sir Henry Irving, M Sardous " Robespierre" at the Lyceum (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Return of Sir Henry Irving)

Clarisse (engraving)
1595837 Clarisse (engraving) by Kiesel, Conrad (1846-1921); Private Collection; (add.info.: Clarisse. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 1 December 1888)

NUN OF SAINT CLARE (Santa Clara di Assisi) (French : Clarisse)

Front cover of Tatler featuring wedding of Alec Cunningham R
Front cover of The Tatler featuring a photograph of the wedding of World War I flying ace, Captain Alec Cunningham-Reid (1895 - 1977) to Hon

Music cover, Saint Petersbourg, Polka-Mazurka, written for piano by Louis Chollet. circa 1850s

Mary Ashley by Madame Yevonde
Ruth Mary Clarisse Ashley (1906-?) by Madame Yevonde. She was the younger daughter of the Rt Hon Wilfrid William Ashley MP, and sister of Lady Louis Mountbatten

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"Unveiling the Enigmatic Clarisse: A Glimpse into the Multifaceted Characters of Stage and Screen" Step into the captivating world of Clarisse, where a myriad of talented performers have brought this name to life. From Mrs. Cunningham Reid's mesmerizing portrayal as Mary Ashley to Ellen Terry's unforgettable rendition in Robespierre at Lyceum Theatre, 1895, these women have left an indelible mark on stage history. Delving further back in time, we encounter Clarisse Sainte-Foy's transformation into Denise in Les Deux Gentilhommes, 1844. Her performance exuded grace and elegance that resonated with audiences long after the curtains fell. Similarly, Clarisse Midroy captivated hearts as Maritana in Don Cesar de Bazan during the same year. Mlle. Rose Cheri or Rose Marie Cizos took on the role with poise and charm, leaving spectators spellbound by her talent. Meanwhile, Hippolyte Tisserant embodied Patrick Macdonald in a production that showcased his versatility. The enchanting Mlle. Marthe Letessier breathed life into Jenny from Clarisse Harlowe in 1846 while simultaneously portraying Pauline in Le Docteur Noir - a testament to her remarkable range as an actress. Not limited to just actresses, Mlle. Elisa Clarisse Lemenil embraced her character Poussette with finesse and flair – proving that even minor roles can leave a lasting impression on audiences. Intriguingly enough, Mlle. Clarisse assumed the persona of Hortense in La Dame de St Tropez back in 1844 – yet another example of how this name has been intertwined with theatrical brilliance throughout history. As we explore these diverse portrayals through black-and-white photographs and engravings such as "The Return of Sir Henry Irving" in M.