Lopera Collection

Flower Market - Nice, Cote d Azur, France
Traditional Flower Sellers stall - Flower Market and L Opera - Nice, Cote d Azur, France. Date: circa 1920s

The Opera House, Paris, France. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

The Opera, Paris, 1875-80 (litho)
992376 The Opera, Paris, 1875-80 (litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: L Opera. The Palais Garnier is a 1, 979-seat opera house)

Stage Effects / Prompt
Cross-section of the stage (and below) at l Opera, Paris, showing the Prompt in his box

LIGHTING AT L OPERA 1887
The illumination of the new stage lighting and gas and electric lights at l Opera, Paris

Bataille in the role of Peters in "L'Etoile du Nord" at the Theatre Imperiale de l'Opera Comique
5855462 Bataille in the role of Peters in "L'Etoile du Nord" at the Theatre Imperiale de l'Opera Comique.; (add.info)

Mlle. Caroline Lassiat in the role of Colombine
5855403 Mlle. Caroline Lassiat in the role of Colombine; (add.info.: Mlle. Caroline Lassiat in the role of "Colombine" at the Theatre de l'Opera)

Mlle. Lefevre as Colette at the Theatre Imperial de l'Opera Comique
5855452 Mlle. Lefevre as Colette at the Theatre Imperial de l'Opera Comique.; (add.info.: Mlle. Lefevre as Colette at the Theatre Imperial de l'Opera Comique)

Mlle. Emy Lagrua in the role of Irene in "le Juif Errant" at the Theatre de l'Opera
5855408 Mlle. Emy Lagrua in the role of Irene in "le Juif Errant" at the Theatre de l'Opera.; (add.info.: Mlle)

Mlle. Adelina Plunkett in the role of Vert-Vert at the Theatre de l'Opera
5855404 Mlle. Adelina Plunkett in the role of Vert-Vert at the Theatre de l'Opera.; (add.info.: Belgian dancer Mlle. Adelina Plunkett in the role of Vert-Vert at the Theatre de l'Opera)

French tenor Toussaint Mocker as the Chevalier
French tenor Toussaint-Eugene-Ernest Mocker as the Chevalier de St. Luc in Cagliostro by Eugene Scribe, Theatre Royal de l Opera Comique, 1843

French tenor Gilbert Duprez in Dom Sebastien, 1843
French tenor Gilbert Duprez in Dom Sebastien by Gaetano Donizetti, Theatre de l Opera, 1843. Handcoloured lithograph after an illustration by Victor Dollet from Galerie Dramatique

An irascible Englishman (colour litho)
2807777 An irascible Englishman (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An irascible Englishman)

The Return of Major Marchand to Paris, the Crowd outside the Cercle Militaire cheering the Explorer (litho)
1051884 The Return of Major Marchand to Paris, the Crowd outside the Cercle Militaire cheering the Explorer (litho) by Lanos

Auditions telephoniques de l Opera a l Exposition d electricite (engraving)
3646073 Auditions telephoniques de l Opera a l Exposition d electricite (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

L ancien passage de l Opera de la rue Le Peletier (b / w photo)
3624017 L ancien passage de l Opera de la rue Le Peletier (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

An Omnibus on the Place de L Opera (b / w photo)
3627604 An Omnibus on the Place de L Opera (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Omnibus on the Place de L Opera)

Adolphe Nourrit, l un des plus celebres tenors de l Opera, 1802-1839, d apres une lithographic communiquee par M
6005573 Adolphe Nourrit, l un des plus celebres tenors de l Opera, 1802-1839, d apres une lithographic communiquee par M Dessolliers (engraving) by French School

Incendie de l Opera, Palais-Royal, en 1781 (engraving)
5215662 Incendie de l Opera, Palais-Royal, en 1781 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Incendie de l Opera, Palais-Royal, en 1781)

Madame Grandjean, de l Opera (coloured photo)
975104 Madame Grandjean, de l Opera (coloured photo) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Madame Grandjean, de l Opera)

Madame Eames, de l Opera (coloured photo)
974950 Madame Eames, de l Opera (coloured photo) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Madame Eames, de l Opera)

Mademoiselle Cleo de Merode, de l Opera (coloured photo)
974949 Mademoiselle Cleo de Merode, de l Opera (coloured photo) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mademoiselle Cleo de Merode, de l Opera)

Coupe transversale de la nouvelle salle de l Opera, construite par Moreau, architecte (engraving)
963304 Coupe transversale de la nouvelle salle de l Opera, construite par Moreau, architecte (engraving) by French School

L Opera, Academie Nationale de Musique, The Opera, National Academy of Music (photogravure)
724971 L Opera, Academie Nationale de Musique, The Opera, National Academy of Music (photogravure) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: L Opera)

Louise FitzJames in the Pas Ventien les Annales de l Opera (colour litho)
731967 Louise FitzJames in the Pas Ventien les Annales de l Opera (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Paris - L Avenue de L Opera (b / w photo)
3105175 Paris - L Avenue de L Opera (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Paris - L Avenue de L Opera)

WW2 - Victory Celebrations in Paris, France - the first night of peace for Paris - L Opera illuminated. Date: 1945

WW2 - In front of L Opera, decorated with the flags of the Allies, the crowd roars its enthusiasm. Date: 1945

Woman in costume as a gypsy girl dancing with castanets
Woman in costume as a gypsy girl (zingara) dancing with castanets. Costume designed by M. Robin. Handcoloured lithograph published by Martinet, Paris, 1880s

Woman in costume of Spring for a masquerade ball
Woman in costume of spring (le printemps) for a masquerade ball. Costume designed by M. Robin. Handcoloured lithograph by A. Morlon published by Hautecoeur Freres, Paris, 1880s

Vue Exterieure de l Opera, Inaugure le 5 janvier 1875 (engraving)
6005609 Vue Exterieure de l Opera, Inaugure le 5 janvier 1875 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vue Exterieure de l Opera, Inaugure le 5 janvier 1875)

A Picker-up of Cigar-ends in the Avenue de l Opera (engraving)
5991160 A Picker-up of Cigar-ends in the Avenue de l Opera (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Picker-up of Cigar-ends in the Avenue de l Opera)

L Opera, Paris, France Date: circa 1890s

Sunday amusements in New Orleans, A Creole Night at the French Opera House, 1866 (litho)
876971 Sunday amusements in New Orleans, A Creole Night at the French Opera House, 1866 (litho) by American School, (19th century); New York Public Library, USA; (add.info.: The French Opera House)

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

Nicolas Jean-Jacques Masset in the opera Gulistan, 1844
Tenor singer Nicolas Jean-Jacques Masset as Gulistan in the opera Gulistan ou Le hulla de Samarcande by Nicolas Dalayrac, Theatre de l Opera Comique, 1844

Mlle. Anne Benoite Louise Lavoye as Zerlina
Soprano opera singer Anne Benoite Louise Lavoye as Zerlina in La Sirene by Daniel Auber and Eugene Scribe, Theatre Royal de l Opera Comique, 1844

Marius-Pierre Audran as Scipion in La Sirene, 1844
Tenor singer Marius-Pierre Audran as Scipion in La Sirene by Daniel Auber and Eugene Scribe, Theatre Royal de l Opera Comique, 1844

Mlle Zoe Prevost as Mathea in La Sirene, 1844
Soprano opera singer Mlle Zoe Prevost as Mathea in La Sirene by Daniel Auber and Eugene Scribe, Theatre Royal de l Opera Comique, 1844

Achille Ricquier as the Duke of Popoli in La Sirene, 1844
Basse bouffe (comic opera singer) Achille Ricquier as the Duke of Popoli in La Sirene by Daniel Auber and Eugene Scribe, Theatre Royal de l Opera Comique, 1844

Opera singer Henri as Bolbaya in La Sirene, 1844
Opera singer Henri as Bolbaya in La Sirene by Daniel Auber and Eugene Scribe, Theatre Royal de l Opera Comique, 1844. Handcoloured lithograph after an illustration by Victor Dollet from Galerie

French soprano Anne Lavoye as Zerlina in La Sirene, 1844
French soprano Anne-Benoite-Louise Lavoye as Zerlina in La Sirene by Daniel-Francois-Esprit Auber and Eugene Scribe, Theatre Royal de L Opera Comique, 1844

Tenor singer Roger as Scopetto in La Sirene, 1844
Tenor singer Gustave-Hippolyte Roger as Scopetto in La Sirene by Daniel Auber and Eugene Scribe, Theatre Royal de l Opera Comique, 1844

Madame Potier as Cecile in Cagliostro, 1844
Opera singer Anne Suzanne Potier as Cecile in Cagliostro by Eugene Scribe, Theatre Royale de l Opera Comique, 1844. Handcoloured lithograph after an illustration by Victor Dollet from Galerie

French singer Jean-Baptiste Chollet in the comic opera Cagliostro by Adolphe Adame, Henri Vernoy de Saint-Georges, Eugene Scribe, Theatre Royal de l Opera Comique, 1844

Opera singer Anna Thillon as Coriali in Cagliostro, 1843
Opera singer Anna Thillon as Coriali in Cagliostro, Act III, by Eugene Scribe, Theatre Royal de l Opera Comique, 1843. Handcoloured lithograph after an illustration by Victor Dollet from Galerie

Anne-Benoite-Louise Lavoye in Le Bouquet de l Infante, 1846
French soprano singer Anne-Benoite-Louise Lavoye as Ginetta in Le Bouquet de l Infante, Theatre Royal de l Opera Comique, 1846

Anne-Benoite-Louise Lavoye in Ne Touchez pas
French soprano singer Anne-Benoite-Louise Lavoye as the Queen of Leon in Ne Touchez pas a la Reine by Xavier Boisselot, Theatre Royal de l Opera Comique, 1846

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"L'Opera: A Melodic Journey through French Culture and History" Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of l'Opera, where artistry and passion intertwine. From the vibrant Flower Market in Nice to the majestic Opera House in Paris, France's Cote d Azur sets the stage for a captivating experience. Step into a realm of theatrical wonder as you witness mesmerizing stage effects and prompts that transport you to another dimension. The lighting at L'Opera in 1887 illuminates the grandeur of performances, casting a spell on all who behold it. French tenors Toussaint Mocker as the Chevalier and Gilbert Duprez in Dom Sebastien captivate audiences with their powerful voices and emotive performances. Their talent echoes through time, leaving an indelible mark on operatic history. Intrigue awaits as an irascible Englishman takes center stage, his colorful litho capturing his fiery spirit. Meanwhile, outside the Cercle Militaire, cheers erupt as Major Marchand returns to Paris after his explorations - a moment celebrated by a jubilant crowd. Witness auditions telephoniques de l'Opera at Exposition d'électricité - an engraving that showcases how technology revolutionized artistic processes. Innovation merges seamlessly with tradition at l'Opera. Travel back in time to discover L'ancien passage de l'Opéra de la rue Le Peletier captured beautifully in black-and-white photography. An omnibus traverses Place de L’Opéra, encapsulating everyday life against this iconic backdrop. Adolphe Nourrit, one of Opera's most renowned tenors from 1802-1839 immortalized through engravings and lithographs; his voice continues to resonate throughout generations. Lose yourself within the rich tapestry of music, drama, and history that is l’Opera – an extraordinary journey through France’s cultural heritage.