Pugni Collection

Fanny Cerrito, 1840 (colour lithograph)
3740463 Fanny Cerrito, 1840 (colour lithograph); New York Public Library, USA; (add.info.: Francesca "Fanny" Cerrito (1817-1909) Italian ballet dancer and choreographer

Matilda Kschessinska as Princess Aspicia in the ballet "The Pharaoh's Daughter" by Marius Petipa and Cesare Pugni, 1900. Found in the collection of the State Central A

Matilda Kschessinska as Esmeralda in the Ballet "La Esmeralda" by C. Pugni und J. Perrot, 1906-1911. Private Collection

Venice, Italy cityscape over canals at twilight with Christmas lights

Venice, Italy cityscape over canals at twilight

Portrait of the ballet dancer Marfa Muravyeva (1838-1879) in the ballet " Diavolina" by C. Pugni, 1863. Private Collection

Portrait of the composer Cesare Pugni (1802-1870). Creator: Anonymous
Portrait of the composer Cesare Pugni (1802-1870). Private Collection

Quadrille for Le Violon du Diable by Cesare Pugni, ca. 1849. Private Collection

The ballet Naiad and Fisherman by C. Pugni in the Pink pavilion, in the Peterhof Park, 1851
The ballet Naiad and Fisherman by C. Pugni in the Pink pavilion (Ozerki pavilion) in the Peterhof Park, 1851. Private Collection

Carlotta Grisi (left), Marie Taglioni (center), Lucille Grahn (right back), and Fanny Cerrito (right front) in the Pugni Pas de, c1840. Private Collection

Carlotta Grisi (1819-1899) and Jules Perrot (1810-1892) in La Polka by Cesare Pugni, 1844-1845. Private Collection

Fanny Cerrito (1817-1909) and Arthur Saint-Leon (1821-1870) in La Polka by Cesare Pugni, c. 1843. Private Collection

Prima ballerina Nadezhda Bogdanova (1836-1897) as Esmeralda in the Ballet La Esmeralda by C. Pugni und J. Perrot, 1859. Found in the collection of State Museum of Theatre and Music Art, St. Petersburg

Stage design for the ballet The Little Humpbacked Horse by C. Pugni, 1939. Private Collection

Matilda Kschessinska as Princess Aspicia in the ballet The Pharaohs Daughter Artist: Anonymous
Matilda Kschessinska as Princess Aspicia in the ballet The Pharaohs Daughter. Found in the collection of State Museum of Theatre and Music, St Petersburg

Stage design for the ballet La Esmeralda by C. Pugni, 1849. Artist: Charlemagne, Adolf (1826-1901)
Stage design for the ballet La Esmeralda by C. Pugni, 1849. Found in the collection of the State Museum of Theatre and Music Art, St. Petersburg

Dance, stage design for Cesare Pugnis ballet The Little Humpbacked Horse, 1912. Artist: Konstantin Korovin
Dance, stage design for Cesare Pugnis ballet The Little Humpbacked Horse, 1912. Found in the collection of the State Museum of Theatre and Music Art, St Petersburg

Lyubov Yegorova, Russian ballerina, 1905. Yegorova (1880-1972) performing in the title role in The Blue Dahlia, a ballet with music by Cesare Pugni and choreography by Marius Petipa

Music cover, La Vivandiere, ballet music
Music cover, La Vivandiere (The Washerwoman), ballet danced at the opera by Cerrito and Leon, music by Pugni and Leon, quadrille by Marcailhou. circa 1850s

BALLET: ONDINE, 1843. Shadow dance from a performance of Ondine, choreographed by Jules Perrot with music by Cesare Pugni. Fanny Cerrito in the title role. English wood engraving, 1843

BALLET: LES METAMORPHOSES. The masquerade scene from the ballet, Les Metamorphoses, choreographed by Paul Taglioni and composed by Cesare Pugni. Wood engraving from an English newspaper, 1850

BALLET: LES QUATRE SAISONS. Scene from Les Quatre Saisons, choreographed by Jules Perrot and with music by Cesare Pugni. From a performance at Her Majestys Theater, London, England

Esmeralda Quadrilles, music cover
Scene from a ballet on a music cover for the Esmeralda Quadrilles by Charles W Glover. A male ballet dancer takes centre stage, with several ballerinas grouped round him

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"Pugni: The Melodic Mastermind Behind Ballet's Captivating Rhythms" Step into the enchanting world of ballet, where the graceful movements of dancers are accompanied by the mesmerizing compositions of Cesare Pugni. Known for his ability to create captivating melodies that perfectly complemented the artistry on stage, Pugni left an indelible mark on the ballet world. In this collection of historical snapshots, we catch a glimpse of Pugni's influence and legacy. A portrait captures Marfa Muravyeva, a renowned ballet dancer whose talent was brought to life in Pugni's masterpiece. With each step she took, his music guided her every move with its delicate harmonies and powerful crescendos. The Quadrille for Le Violon du Diable showcases Pugni's versatility as a composer. Its hauntingly beautiful notes transport us back to 1849 when this piece first graced the stage, leaving audiences spellbound by its intricate composition. Pugni's collaboration with Carlotta Grisi and Marie Taglioni in La Polka demonstrates his ability to create lively and energetic pieces that showcased their incredible talents. Their performances were elevated by Pugni's vibrant melodies, bringing joy and excitement to all who witnessed their dances. Nadezhda Bogdanova shines as Esmeralda in La Esmeralda, another testament to Pugni's genius. His music adds depth and emotion to her portrayal of this iconic character, immersing audiences in a tale filled with passion and longing. Pictorial representations offer glimpses into the visual beauty that accompanied Pugni's compositions. Stage designs for The Little Humpbacked Horse and La Esmeralda showcase elaborate sets that transported viewers into fantastical worlds created through both sight and sound. Matilda Kschessinska captivates as Princess Aspicia in The Pharaohs Daughter, a ballet brought to life by Pugni's enchanting melodies.