Salieri Collection

Mozart and Salieri
Alexander Trifonov

Hat inspired by Salieri's opera "Tarare": pink and black striped taffeta
5856337 Hat inspired by Salieri's opera "Tarare": pink and black striped taffeta, decorated with a garland of roses

Woman in half-redingote and bonnet inspired by Calpigi. Woman in a canary yellow English-style taffeta dress
5856338 Woman in half-redingote and bonnet inspired by Calpigi. Woman in a canary yellow English-style taffeta dress and a blue silk cap.; (add.info)

Adolphe Nourrit in Tarare, 1823
French tenor Adolphe Nourrit as the soldier Tarare in the opera Tarare by Antonio Salieri, Academie Royale de Musique, 1823. Handcoloured lithograph by F

French soprano opera singer Mme. Alexandrine-Caroline Branchu 1780-1850 as Hippermnestre in Les Danaides by Antonio Salieri at the Opera de Paris, 1817

Portrait of the composer Antonio Salieri (1750-1825), ca 1835. Creator: Oehme, Franz (1812-1848)
Portrait of the composer Antonio Salieri (1750-1825), ca 1835. Private Collection

Antonio Salieri (1750-1825), c. 1800. Creator: Scheffner, Johann Gottfried (1765-1825)
Antonio Salieri (1750-1825), c. 1800. Private Collection

Stage design for the opera Palmira, regina di Persia by Antonio Salieri. Artist: Radl, Anton (1774-1852)
Stage design for the opera Palmira, regina di Persia by Antonio Salieri. Private Collection

Antonio Salieri (1750-1825). Artist: Riedel, Carl Traugott (1769-c. 1832)
Antonio Salieri (1750-1825). From a private collection

Hat inspired by Salieris opera Tarare: pink
Woman in half-redingote and Calpigi bonnet.. Bonnet inspired by Calpigi (from Salieris Tarare). Woman in a canary yellow English-style taffeta dress and a blue silk cap with yellow crepe garland

ANTONIO SALIERI (1750-1825). Italian composer. Oil on canvas, c1820, by Joseph Willibrord Mahler

ANTONIO SALIERI (1750-1825). Italian composer. Aquatint engraving, 1802

Antonio Salieri / Composer
ANTONIO SALIERI Italian composer, Court Kapellmeister in Vienna (1788- 1824). Unfounded rumour that he tried to poison Mozart

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Salieri, often overshadowed by his contemporary Mozart, was a prominent Italian composer of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The rivalry between Salieri and Mozart has been the subject of much speculation and dramatization, most famously depicted in Peter Shaffer's play "Amadeus. " Despite this rivalry, Salieri's contributions to the world of music should not be overlooked. In 1823, Adolphe Nourrit performed in Tarare, an opera composed by Salieri. This production showcased Salieri's ability to create captivating melodies that resonated with audiences. Mme. Alexandrine-Caroline, a renowned French soprano opera singer, also brought his compositions to life through her enchanting performances. Several portraits captured the essence of Antonio Salieri throughout different periods of his life. Paintings by Oehme (1835) and Scheffner (1800) reveal a man dedicated to his craft with an intense gaze that reflects his passion for music. Not only did Salieri compose beautiful music but he also had a talent for stage design. His work on Palmira, regina di Persia demonstrated his versatility as an artist beyond just composing. Salieris' influence extended beyond the realm of classical music; it even inspired fashion trends. A hat inspired by his opera Tarare became popular during its time - a testament to how deeply ingrained his works were in society. Friedrich Rehberg's portrait from 1821 captures the composer at what seems like a contemplative moment - perhaps reflecting on both triumphs and challenges faced throughout his career. Antonio Salieri will forever be remembered as an Italian composer who made significant contributions to classical music history. Though often associated with controversy due to fictionalized accounts like "Amadeus, " we must recognize him for what he truly was: a talented musician whose compositions continue to captivate audiences today.