Mousquetaires Collection

Alexandre Dumas the Elder (1802-1870) French novelst and playwright. Cartoon by Andre Gill, 1866, showing Dumas dressed as a Musketeer

Marguerite Chapuy, French soprano, in the opera Carmen
Marguerite Chapuy, French soprano, in the role of Micaela in Bizets opera Carmen at the Theatre de l Opera Comique, 1875. Handcoloured lithograph by Chatiniere published by Martinet, Paris, 1875

A bergere in the comic opera Les Mousquetaires de la Reine by Fromental Halevy, Theatre Royal de l Opera Comique, 1846. Handcoloured lithograph after an illustration by Alexandre Lacauchie

A musketeer trumpeter in the comic opera Les Mousquetaires de la Reine by Fromental Halevy, Theatre Royal de l Opera Comique, 1846

Frosine Blanchard as La Grande Maitresse in
French opera singer Madame Frosine Blanchard as La Grande Maitresse in the comic opera Les Mousquetaires de la Reine by Fromental Halevy, Theatre Royal de l Opera Comique, 1846

Celeste Darcier as Mlle. de Semiane in Les
French soprano singer Madame Celeste Darcier as Mlle. de Semiane in the comic opera Les Mousquetaires de la Reine by Fromental Halevy, Theatre Royal de l Opera Comique, 1846

Louise Lavoye as Mlle. de Solange in Les Mousquetaires
French soprano singer Anne-Benoite-Louise Lavoye as Mlle. de Solange in the comic opera Les Mousquetaires de la Reine by Fromental Halevy, Theatre Royal de l Opera Comique, 1846

Hermann-Leon as Captain Roland in Les Mousquetaires
Baritone opera singer Leonard Hermann-Leon (1814-1858) as Captain Roland in Les Mousquetaires de la Reine by Fromental Halevy, Theatre Royale de l Opera Comique, 1854

French tenor Roger in Les Mousquetaires de la Reine, 1846
French tenor singer Gustave-Hippolyte Roger as d Entragues in the comic opera Les Mousquetaires de la Reine by Fromental Halevy, Theatre Royal de l Opera Comique, 1846

French tenor Mocker as Biron in Les Mousquetaires
French tenor singer Toussaint-Eugene-Ernest Mocker as Biron in the comic opera Les Mousquetaires de la Reine by Fromental Halevy, Theatre Royal de l Opera Comique, 1846

Louis Lacressonniere as King Charles I in
French actor Louis Lacressonniere as King Charles I in Les Mousquetaires by Alexandre Dumas, Theatre de l Ambigu Comique, 1845

Emilie Honorine Guyon as Henriette in Les
French actress Emilie Honorine Guyon as Henriette in Les Mousquetaires, by Alexandre Dumas, Theatre de l Ambigu Comique, 1845

Dumas Pere Photo
ALEXANDRE DUMAS (PERE) French author of Les trois mousquetaires and Le comte de Monte-Cristo among others, photographed with his wife (?) in 1865. Date: 1802 - 1870

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"Mousquetaires: A Timeless Tale of Adventure and Romance" Step into the world of mousquetaires, as depicted by Alexandre Dumas the Elder, a renowned French novelist and playwright. This captivating story has inspired various forms of art throughout history. In a whimsical cartoon by Andre Gill, we see the essence of these brave warriors come to life. Their gallant spirit is further embodied by Marguerite Chapuy, a French soprano who mesmerizes audiences with her performance in the opera Carmen. The comic opera Les Mousquetaires introduces us to vibrant characters like a bergere and a musketeer trumpeter. Frosine Blanchard captivates as La Grande Maitresse while Celeste Darcier portrays the elegance of Mlle. De Semiane. Louise Lavoye brings forth the charm of Mlle. De Solange, while Hermann-Leon embodies Captain Roland's valor. French tenors Roger and Mocker transport us back in time with their renditions in Les Mousquetaires de la Reine (1846). These talented performers breathe life into characters like Biron, leaving audiences enthralled. Louis Lacressonniere takes on King Charles I's regal persona with finesse, adding depth to this enthralling tale. Emilie Honorine Guyon enchants as Henriette in Les Mousquetaires, capturing hearts with her grace and beauty. Through these diverse artistic interpretations, we are reminded that mousquetaires continue to ignite our imagination across different mediums. Their stories endure because they embody bravery, loyalty, and love—a timeless combination that resonates with audiences worldwide.