Scapini Collection

CHRISTMAS CARD, 1843. The first Christmas card, designed for Sir Henry Cole in 1843 by John Calcott Horsley, R. A
CHRISTMAS CARD, 1843. The first Christmas card, designed for Sir Henry Cole in 1843 by John Calcott Horsley, R.A

FATHERs DAY CARD, 1912. American Fathers Day card, 1912

UFO: PARIS. Photograph of UFOs in Paris, France

BOSTON: SWAN BOATS, c1900. In the Public Gardens: oil over a photograph, c1900

STATUE OF LIBERTY, c1884. Statue of Liberty in scaffold outside the Foundry, Rue de Chazelles, Paris, France. Oil on canvas, c1884, by Victor Dargaud

LOUISE WEBER (1866-1929). French can-can dancer, known as La Goulue (the Glutton). The Danse of La Goulue and Jacques Renaudin, or Valentin-le-Dessosse. Oil on canvas, 1895, by Henri Toulouse-Lautrec

LOUIS XIV (1638-1715). King of France, 1643-1715. Louis (seated at center) in a symbolic commemoration of the founding of the Science Academy in 1666

HINDU WEDDING CEREMONY. Hindu wedding ritual before a sacred fire. Detail of an Indian painting

ELIZABETH BOWES-LYON (1900-2002). Wife of Britains King George VI and the mother of Queen Elizabeth II. Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon leaving her parents home in London, England

FILM: MELODY GIRL, 1937. Peggy Shaw, Pathes Melody Girl, poses in a $10, 000 gown of silver cloth with flounces of net and train of Duchess Lace, adorned with silver flowers and buds

FILM: WHERE AM I?, 1923. Snub Pollard and Marie Mosquimi

SHEPHERD, 1597. Month of November from The Shepherds Calendar. Woodcut, 1597

TURKEY, 1560. Wild Turkey (Meleagris gallopavo). Woodcut from a 1560 edition of Konrad von Gesners Icones Avium Omnium

PILGRIMS WASHING DAY, 1620. The pilgrims first washing day, Monday, 23rd November 1620 at Provincetown, Cape Cod, Massachusetts

VALENTINEs DAY CARD. American St Valentines Day greeting card, c1910

PARIS: ILE SAINT-LOUIS. Eastern point of Ile Saint-Louis and l hotel de Bretonvilliers. Oil, 17th century, by Nicolas Raguenet

VUILLARD: PARIS, 1908. Rue Lepic, Paris. Tempera painting by Edouard Vuillard, 1908

PISSARRO: MARDI GRAS, 1897. Boulevard Montmartre, Mardi Gras. Oil on canvas by Camille Pissarro, 1897

PARIS: BILLIARDS, 1725. A public billiards room in Paris attended by members of the bourgeoisie. Oil on canvas, 1725, attributed to Jean-Baptiste Chardin

PISSARRO: CARROUSEL, 1900. Camille Pissarro: Place de Carrousel at the Tuilleries. Oil, 1900

PARIS: SALON, 1755. A group of artists and writers listen to the first reading of the play the Chinese Orphan by Voltaire at the salon of Marie Therese Rodet Geoffrin, Hotel Rambouillet, Paris

VALENTINEs DAY CARD, 1909. American St Valentines Day greeting card

VALENTINEs DAY CARD. Printed in Germany, 1913

VALENTINEs DAY CARD, 1910. Printed in Germany, 1910

EASTER CARD. Late 19th century postcard

VALENTINEs DAY CARD. American, 1909

AMERICAN NEW YEARs CARD. Early 20th century

ST. VALENTINEs DAY CARD. American, 1915

VALENTINEs DAY CARD. Printed in Germany, 1908

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"Scapini: A Journey Through Time and Culture" Step into the world of Scapini, where history, art, and entertainment intertwine to create captivating moments frozen in time. From the first Christmas card designed in 1843 by John Calcott Horsley for Sir Henry Cole, to the American Fathers Day card of 1912 that celebrates paternal love, Scapini captures the essence of special occasions. But it doesn't stop there. Witness the mysterious UFOs hovering over Paris in a photograph that leaves us questioning what lies beyond our earthly realm. Travel back to early 20th century Boston as you glide through the Public Gardens on Swan Boats, beautifully depicted in an oil painting layered over a photograph. Marvel at Victor Dargaud's oil on canvas masterpiece capturing the Statue of Liberty during its construction outside the Foundry in Paris. The intricate details bring this iconic symbol to life before your eyes. Experience the vibrant energy of French can-can dancer La Goulue immortalized by Henri Toulouse-Lautrec's brushstrokes. Her lively performance with Jacques Renaudin transports you to a world filled with rhythm and passion. Delve into history as Louis XIV commemorates significant scientific achievements surrounded by esteemed individuals like Jean-Baptiste Colbert and Charles Perrault. This detail from Henri Testelin's painting offers a glimpse into royal patronage of knowledge during his reign. Witness sacred Hindu wedding rituals unfold before a sacred fire through an exquisite Indian painting. The colors and symbolism evoke feelings of love, unity, and spirituality. Celebrate Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon's elegance as she graces us with her presence alongside King George VI. Her gracefulness embodies regal charm that captivated hearts across Britain. Immerse yourself in silent films' golden era with thrilling stunts captured on film stills that leave audiences breathless yet craving more excitement.