Delibes Collection

Ballet dancers rehearsing Coppelia
Ballet dancers from the French Academie de Musique et de Danse rehearsing Coppelia (music by Delibes). Mademoiselle Carlotta Zambelli, Italian dancer and teacher, is in pink on the left

Opera Lakme by Leo Delibes in the Theatre national de l opera-comique, 1883. Found in the collection of Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Stage design for the ballet Coppélia by Leo Delibes, 1936. Creator: Bianco, Pieretto (1875-1937)
Stage design for the ballet Coppelia by Leo Delibes, 1936. Private Collection

Poster for the première of the opera Lakmé by Léo Delibes, 1883. Creator: Chatinière, Antonin-Marie (1828-?)
Poster for the premiere of the opera Lakme by Leo Delibes, 1883. Private Collection

Delibes, Lakme (chromolitho)
667151 Delibes, Lakme (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Delibes, Lakme. Card published by Guerin-Boutron, c 1900)

Lakme, Act I scene x
LLM454578 Lakme, Act I scene x by Dodge, William de Leftwich (1867-1935) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lakme, Act I scene x)

Leo Delibes, French composer (1836-1891) (b / w photo)
814125 Leo Delibes, French composer (1836-1891) (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Leo Delibes, French composer (1836-1891)

Leo Delibes, French composer (1836-1891) (b / w photo)
814123 Leo Delibes, French composer (1836-1891) (b/w photo) by Petit, Pierre (1832-1909); Private Collection; (add.info.: Leo Delibes, French composer (1836-1891)

Rafael Alberti (1902-1999), Miguel Delibes (1920-2010)), Rosa Chacel (1898-1994) photo 1991

Portrait of the composer Leo Delibes (1836-1891), 1883. Private Collection

Portrait of the composer Leo Delibes (1836-1891), 1875. Private Collection

Portrait of the composer Leo Delibes (1836-1891), 1891. Private Collection

Portrait of the composer Leo Delibes (1836-1891), 1888. Private Collection

Scene from the Opera Lakme by Leo Delibes. Act I, 1899. Private Collection

Costume design for the ballet Sylvia ou La Nymphe de Diane by Leo Delibes, 1901. Found in the collection of State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg

Portrait of the composer Leo Delibes (1836-1891), 1870. Private Collection

Leo Delibes, French composer, 19th century. Artist: Charles
Leo Delibes, French composer, 19th century. Delibes (1836-1891) was a composer of ballets, operas and other works for the stage

LA©o Delibes, 1836-1891. French Composer. Portrait By Chase Emerson. American Artist 1874-1922
Leo Delibes, 1836-1891. French Composer. Portrait By Chase Emerson. American Artist 1874-1922

LEO DELIBES (1836-1891). French composer

SPAIN. Valladolid. Plaque in the Church of Santiago

Leo Delibes / Postcard
LEO DELIBES French composer

Leo Delibes / Pierre Petit
LEO DELIBES French composer

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Delibes, a name that resonates with the enchanting world of music and dance. From ballet dancers gracefully rehearsing Coppelia to the mesmerizing Opera Lakme performed at the Theatre national de l'opera-comique in 1883, Leo Delibes left an indelible mark on the artistic landscape. Born in 1836, this French composer's legacy lives on through his timeless compositions. A black and white photo captures his essence, showcasing a man whose passion for music knew no bounds. His genius extended beyond classical melodies as he ventured into opera, leaving audiences captivated by his masterpiece Lakme. Intricate chromolitho artwork brings to life scenes from Act I of Lakme, transporting us to a world where love and tragedy intertwine. The delicate strokes of color mirror Delibes' ability to evoke emotions through his harmonies. Leo Delibes' influence reached far beyond the realm of music. Renowned poets Rafael Alberti and Rosa Chacel found inspiration in his works, paying homage to his brilliance through their own artistry. Portraits taken throughout different stages of Delibes' life reveal a man dedicated to perfecting his craft. Whether it be the youthful exuberance captured in 1875 or the wisdom etched upon his face in 1891, each image tells a story of perseverance and creativity. The scene from Act I of Lakme transports us back to 1899 when audiences were enthralled by its ethereal beauty. Dancers adorned in vibrant costumes bring forth Delibes' vision with every graceful movement. Delibes may have departed this world over a century ago but his spirit lives on through every note played and every step danced. He remains an icon among composers - forever remembered for bringing magic into our lives through music and performance.