Orphee Collection

Orpheus, from a 19th century print, from Les Maitres de la Sensibilite Francaise Au XVIII Siecle
3742705 Orpheus, from a 19th century print, from Les Maitres de la Sensibilite Francaise Au XVIII Siecle; (add.info.: Orpheus, from a 19th century print)

Orpheus, 1893 (oil on canvas)
XIR18924 Orpheus, 1893 (oil on canvas) by Delville, Jean (1867-1953); 79x99 cm; Musees Royaux des Beaux-Arts de Belgique, Brussels, Belgium; (add.info.: by Jean Delville).

Orpheus (oil on canvas)
XIR234109 Orpheus (oil on canvas) by Savinio, Alberto (Chirico, Andrea de) (1891-1952); Musee d'Art Moderne de la Ville de Paris, Paris, France

Water nymphs calling to the Argo, illustration for The Heroes of Greek Fairy Tales
IL193714 Water nymphs calling to the Argo, illustration for The Heroes of Greek Fairy Tales, by Charles Kingsley (1819-75) (colour litho) by Davie, Howard (fl.1914-44); Private Collection; English

Hera has sent us a pilot; let us follow the cunning bird, illustration for How the Argonauts sailed to Colchis
IL193713 Hera has sent us a pilot; let us follow the cunning bird, illustration for How the Argonauts sailed to Colchis, from The Heroes of Greek Fairy Tales

Orpheus, 1884 (oil on canvas)
PCT164365 Orpheus, 1884 (oil on canvas) by Rosset-Granger, Paul Edouard (1853-1934); 290x221 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Carcassonne, France; French, out of copyright

Hermes, Orpheus and Eurydice, relief, Roman copy of a Greek original from the 5th century
ALG119465 Hermes, Orpheus and Eurydice, relief, Roman copy of a Greek original from the 5th century BC (marble) by Roman; 118x100 cm; Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Naples, Campania

Orpheus, c. 1895 (oil on canvas)
NUL104642 Orpheus, c.1895 (oil on canvas) by Martin, Henri (1860-1943); 76x124.5 cm; Private Collection; French, out of copyright

Jean Marais (b / w photo)
CHT466294 Jean Marais (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

Orphee, peinture decorative du foyer de l Opera (engraving)
3645786 Orphee, peinture decorative du foyer de l Opera (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Orphee, peinture decorative du foyer de l Opera)

Jean Marais (b / w photo)
CHT466296 Jean Marais (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

Jean Marais (b / w photo)
CHT466293 Jean Marais (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

Orpheus, 1598 (marble)
XIR27648 Orpheus, 1598 (marble) by Francheville or Franqueville, Pierre de (1554-1615); height:250 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Orpheus; L Orphee, (pencil, pen and brown ink with brown wash in drawn frame)
827626 Orpheus; L Orphee, (pencil, pen and brown ink with brown wash in drawn frame) by Moreau, Gustave (1826-98); 30x16.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Orpheus; L Orphee)

Orpheus, Eurydice and Hermes (marble)
XIR24991 Orpheus, Eurydice and Hermes (marble) by Greek, (5th century BC); 122x90 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; Greek, out of copyright

Jean Marais (b / w photo)
CHT466295 Jean Marais (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

The Story of Orpheus: Cerberus, 1875 (pencil on paper)
AMO101407 The Story of Orpheus: Cerberus, 1875 (pencil on paper) by Burne-Jones, Edward Coley (1833-98); 24.4x24.3 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; eAshmolean Museum; English

The Lamentation of Orpheus
PWI82340 The Lamentation of Orpheus by Seon, Alexandre (1855-1917); 73x116 cm; Musee d Orsay, Paris, France; ePeter Willi; French, out of copyright

Orpheus, Leading Eurydice Out of Hell, Looks Back Upon her and Loses her Forever
STC134143 Orpheus, Leading Eurydice Out of Hell, Looks Back Upon her and Loses her Forever, 1731 (engraving) by Picart, Bernard (1673-1733); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; French

GLUCK / ORPHEE, PARIS
Delna as Orfeo at the Opera- Comique, Paris, is appalled at the loss of Eurydice : originally sung by a castrato, the role of Orfeo is generally now taken by a female singer

Nymphs Listening to the Songs of Orpheus, 1853 (oil on canvas)
WLT207158 Nymphs Listening to the Songs of Orpheus, 1853 (oil on canvas) by Jalabert, Charles Francois (1819-1901); 111.8x91.8 cm; Walters Art Museum, Baltimore, USA; French, out of copyright

Orpheus, From A 19Th Century Print. From Les Maitres De La Sensibilite Francaise Au Xviii Siecle

The Death of Orpheus, 1866 (oil on canvas)
XIR83590 The Death of Orpheus, 1866 (oil on canvas) by Levy, Emile (1826-90); 189x118 cm; Musee d Orsay, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Orpheus and Eurydice, 1695-1705
XAM70701 Orpheus and Eurydice, 1695-1705 by Burrini or Burino, Giovanni Antonio (1657-1727); 120x119.5 cm; Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria; Italian, out of copyright

Orpheus, 1865 (oil on canvas)
XIR30144 Orpheus, 1865 (oil on canvas) by Moreau, Gustave (1826-98); 154x99.5 cm; Musee d Orsay, Paris, France; (add.info.: The Maiden of Thrace carrying the head of Orpheus; ); French

Orpheus and Eurydice (oil on canvas)
XIR61815 Orpheus and Eurydice (oil on canvas) by Rubens, Peter Paul (1577-1640); 194x245 cm; Prado, Madrid, Spain; Flemish, out of copyright

Orpheus and Eurydice (oil on canvas)
XIR28485 Orpheus and Eurydice (oil on canvas) by Poussin, Nicolas (1594-1665); 124x200 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Orpheus, 1863 (oil on canvas)
XIR237928 Orpheus, 1863 (oil on canvas) by Francais, Francois Louis (1814-97); 195x130 cm; Musee d Orsay, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Orpheus and Eurydice (oil on canvas)
XIR204967 Orpheus and Eurydice (oil on canvas) by Titian (Tiziano Vecellio) (c.1488-1576); Galleria dell Accademia Carrara, Bergamo

Offenbach / Orphee / Satire
(Orpheus in the Underworld) A satirical comment on Offenbachs opera

Gluck / Orphee, Brussels
Madame Dratz-Barrat as Eurydice : since this is a Belgian card, she presumably took part in a production at Brussels

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"Orphee: A Mythical Journey Through Art and Imagination" Step into the enchanting world of Orphee, a timeless figure who has captivated artists throughout history. From oil paintings to lithographs, sculptures to engravings, Orpheus's story unfolds in various artistic forms. In the mesmerizing "Orpheus" oil on canvas painting, his musical prowess is beautifully captured. The artist skillfully portrays his lyre-playing abilities that could charm even the wildest creatures, and is as if you can hear the melodious notes resonating from the canvas. Water nymphs beckon to the Argo in an illustration for "The Heroes of Greek Fairy Tales. " Their ethereal beauty and allure are vividly depicted through vibrant colors and delicate brushstrokes. They call upon us to join them on a mythical adventure guided by Hera's cunning bird. Another captivating artwork shows Hermes alongside Orpheus and Eurydice in a relief sculpture. This Roman copy of a Greek original transports us back to ancient times, where their tragic love story unfolded. The intricate details evoke emotions as we witness their fateful journey into the underworld. Jean Marais's black-and-white photograph captures both strength and vulnerability in his portrayal of Orphee. His intense gaze hints at inner turmoil while showcasing Marais's talent for bringing characters to life through photography. An engraving titled "Orphee, peinture decorative du foyer de l Opera" immerses us in grandeur and opulence. Its intricate design adorns an opera house with scenes from Orpheus' mythological tale—a visual feast that enhances our connection with this legendary character. Lastly, an exquisite marble sculpture from 1598 showcases Orpheus frozen in time—an eternal reminder of his enduring legacy. The sculptor masterfully carves every detail with precision, capturing not only physical features but also conveying deep emotions within solid stone.