Malibran Collection

Portrait of the opera singer Maria Malibran (1808-1836), First quarter of 19th cen.. Found in the Collection of Museo Teatrale alla Scala

Maria Malibran seated, with harp, as Desdemona in ROSSINI's 'Otello'
3914431 Maria Malibran seated, with harp, as Desdemona in ROSSINI's 'Otello'; (add.info.: Maria Malibran seated, with harp, as Desdemona in ROSSINI's 'Otello')

Portrait of the opera singer Maria Malibran (1808-1836), c. 1830. Creator: Devéria, Achille (1800-1857)
Portrait of the opera singer Maria Malibran (1808-1836), c. 1830. Private Collection

Self-Portrait, Early 1830s. Creator: Malibran-Garcia, Maria (1808-1836)
Self-Portrait, Early 1830s. Found in the Collection of the Musee de la Vie romantique, Paris

The Operatic Album, 1858 (colour litho)
6032793 The Operatic Album, 1858 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Operatic Album)

Portrait of the opera singer Maria Malibran-Garcia (1808-1836), as Desdemona, 1830. Found in the Collection of Musee Carnavalet, Paris

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MALIBRAN, Maric (1808-1836). Spanish mezzo-soprano. Oval portrait (1832). Painting. ITALY. LOMBARDY. Milan. La Scala Theatre Museum

Madame Malibran
Maria Malibran (1808-1836), French mezzo-soprano opera singer, much-feted in the 19th century both before and after her premature death. Date: 1836

MARIA MALIBRAN (1808-1836). Nee Maria Felicitas Garcia. French-Spanish mezzo-soprano. Etching, 19th century

Nee Maria Felicitas Garcia. French-Spanish mezzo-soprano. Lithograph, 19th century
MARIA MALIBRAN (1808-1836). Nee Maria Felicitas Garcia. French-Spanish mezzo-soprano. Lithograph, 19th century

PARISIAN SALON. A Parisian salon of the 1830s with Heinrich Heine, Johann Peter Pixis, François Joseph Fetis, Nicolo Paganini, Vincenzo Bellini, and Maria Malibran. Contemporary lithograph

Maria Felicia Malibran
Singer, born in Paris. Eldest daughter of Manual Garcia. In 1825 performed for the first time in London with the Italian Opera Company

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Maria Malibran-Garcia, a renowned French-Spanish mezzo-soprano of the 19th century, captivated audiences with her extraordinary talent and captivating performances. Born in 1808 as Maria Felicitas Garcia, she quickly rose to fame and became one of the most celebrated opera singers of her time. In this collection of portraits, we catch glimpses of Malibran's remarkable beauty and charisma. The first portrait from the early 1830s showcases her enchanting allure, capturing her essence as an artist. Her self-portrait reveals not only her artistic skills but also a glimpse into her inner world. One particular image portrays Malibran as Desdemona in Verdi's "Otello" in 1830. This portrayal highlights both her versatility as a performer and her ability to embody complex characters on stage. Another portrait by Ary Scheffer in 1831 captures Malibran's elegance and grace while showcasing the depth of emotion she brought to each performance. Malibran's legacy extended beyond just these images; it lives on through countless stories told about her mesmerizing voice that could move even the coldest hearts. Her talent was so immense that she effortlessly conquered both French and Spanish stages during an era when women faced numerous challenges in pursuing their passions. Tragically, Maria Malibran-Garcia's life was cut short at the age of only 28 due to a horse-riding accident. However brief, her impact on opera remains immeasurable. Even today, music lovers continue to be enthralled by recordings from this legendary mezzo-soprano. As we admire these portraits capturing different facets of Maria Malibran-Garcia's life and career, we are reminded not only of an exceptional artist but also a woman who defied societal norms and left an indelible mark on the world stage.