Scaramouche Collection

Commedia Italiana (colour litho)
7201881 Commedia Italiana (colour litho) by Gumery, Adolphe Ernest (1861-1943); Private Collection; (add.info.: Commedia Italiana)

Martin Harvey in Scaramouche, a romantic drama in four acts by Rafael Sabatini, at the Garrick Theatre, London. Date: late 1920s

Rafael Sabatini - 3
RAFAEL SABATINI Anglo-Italian writer, author of The sea-hawk, Scaramouche and other historical yarns. Date: 1875 - 1950

Rafael Sabatini - 2
RAFAEL SABATINI Anglo-Italian writer, author of The sea-hawk, Scaramouche and other historical yarns. Date: 1875 - 1950

Chinese itinerant toy seller and boys playing Jianzi by kicking a shuttlecock, Qing Dynasty
FLO4590451 Chinese itinerant toy seller and boys playing Jianzi by kicking a shuttlecock, Qing Dynasty. The toy man holds a bamboo stick with three small puppets

Recueil des modes de la cour de France, Scaramouche, between c1678 and c1693. Creator: Nicolas Bonnart
Recueil des modes de la cour de France, Scaramouche, between c1678 and c1693

Recueil des modes de la cour de France, Scaramouche Entrant au Theatre, between c1678 and c1693
Recueil des modes de la cour de France, Scaramouche Entrant au Theatre, between circa 1678 and circa 1693

Harlequin and Scaramouche Create a "Fountain", 1729. Creator: Johann Jakob Schübler
Harlequin and Scaramouche Create a "Fountain", 1729

Chinese toy seller and boys playing Jianzi, Qing Dynasty
Chinese itinerant toy seller and boys playing Jianzi by kicking a shuttlecock, Qing Dynasty. The toy man holds a bamboo stick with three small puppets

Fall / Papillon / Dumbells
Four papillons with wooden dumbells in their mouths. L to R: CHAMPION EMBER, RINGLANDS PANELA & SOCK, all OF BORDERCOT & PICAROON SCARAMOUCHE. Owner: Mrs Forman Date: 1963

Scaramouche (chromolitho)
734648 Scaramouche (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scaramouche. Liebig card)

The Street Cries of Paris (engraving)
CHT441009 The Street Cries of Paris (engraving) by French School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: les Veritables Cris de Paris; ); eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

The Italian Comedians, probably 1720. Creator: Jean-Antoine Watteau
The Italian Comedians, probably 1720

The Italian Comedians (copy), 19th century. Creator: Anon
The Italian Comedians (copy), 19th century

Pierrot and Scaramouche show the portrait of Harlequin. n. d
Pierrot and Scaramouche show the portrait of Harlequin.n.d

FALL / PAPILLON / DUMBELLS
Four papillons with wooden dumbells in their mouths. L to R: CHAMPION EMBER, RINGLANDS PANELA & SOCK, all OF BORDERCOT & PICAROON SCARAMOUCHE. Owner: Mrs Forman Date: 1963

Cruising in comfort, the saloon of motor yacht Scaramouche, 1927

The 30 ton motor yacht Scaramouche, 1934. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 30 ton motor yacht Scaramouche, 1934

Facade of old cinema Windsor in Barcelona with neon signs advertising the film Scaromouche, 1952

Punch and Scaramouch, 1827
Punch and Scaramouch from Punch and Judy pub. 1827 (hand coloured engraving)

Italian Comedians, c1720. Artist: Jean-Antoine Watteau
Italian Comedians, c1720. The painting is part of the Kress Collection, National Gallery of Art, Washington DC. From Masterpieces of Painting, edited by Huntington Cairns and John Walker

Scaramouche, character of the Commedia dell Arte

Harlequin, Columbine and Scaramouche
Harlequin illustration, showing Harlequin and Columbine dancing, accompanied by Scaramouche playing a lute, and a second woman. Date: 1923

French Theatre / La Roze
La Roze ( soldat ) A character from La Comedie de Chansons - Anon. Date: 1640

A fashionable man in 1790 - a Scaramouch
A Scaramouch (or Scaramouche): a fashionable dandyish man wearing short boots with spurs, a jacket cut short in front with multiple lapels, a large hat and carrying a decorative cane

Harlequin and Scaramouche
Harlequin illustration, showing Harlequin dancing to Scaramouches musical accompaniment. Date: 1923

Scaramouche playing his lute
Harlequin illustration, showing Scaramouche sitting under a tree, playing his lute. Date: 1923

Franazois Joullain after Claude Gillot, French (1697-1778), Scaramouche, c. 1730, etching on laid paper

The Stages Glory, circa 1731 (etching)
XJF867849 The Stages Glory, circa 1731 (etching) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: BM 1868, 0808.3540); English, out of copyright

Scaramouche, Cucurucu and Razullo. Anthonie de Winter, Jacques Callot, Cornelis Danckerts (II), 1668 - 1707

Pulcinella and Scaramouche Taglia Cantoni, print maker: Anthonie de Winter, Jacques Callot, Cornelis Danckerts II, 1668 - 1707

COMMEDIA: SCARAMOUCHE. Tiberio Fiorillo as Scaramouche, the character from the Italian commedia dell arte. Etching, French, late-17th century, by N. Bonnart

Rafael Sabatini (1875-1950) Italian-born English novelist whose works include Scaramouche (1921), Captain Blood (1922) and The Sea Hawk which were made into swashbuckling Hollywood films

ITALIAN COMEDIANS, 1689. The troup of Italian comedians under patronage of the King of France. Copper engraving, French, 1689

SCARAMOUCHE. Scaramouche, the character from the Italian commedia dell arte: line engraving, French, 17th century

SCARAMOUCHE, 1923. Alice Terry and Lewis Stone in a scene from the film starring Ramon Navarro in the title role

A Scaramouche

Punch & Scaramouche
Punch and Scaramouche

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"Scaramouche: A Colorful Journey through History and Entertainment" Step into the world of Scaramouche, a character that has captivated audiences for centuries. From its origins in Chinese toy sellers to boys playing Jianzi during the Qing Dynasty, it has left an indelible mark on various cultures. Intriguingly, this enigmatic figure shares a connection with other iconic characters such as Harlequin and Columbine in the Commedia Italiana. Their vibrant costumes and playful antics have been immortalized in stunning color lithographs and oil paintings throughout history. One notable portrayal comes from Martin Harvey's performance in Rafael Sabatini's romantic drama. Through four acts filled with passion and adventure, Harvey brought this beloved character to life on stage. But it doesn't stop there - even Punch and Judy couldn't resist including Scaramouch in their comedic repertoire. Dating back to 1827, hand-colored engravings depict their hilarious interactions that continue to entertain audiences today. Delving deeper into artistry, porcelain figurines from the Fuerstbischoefliche Fayencemanufaktur Fulda showcase Scaramuccia as part of the Group Commedia dell Arte. These delicate pieces crafted around 1770 demonstrate how this character transcended mediums. Chromolithographs further highlight Scaramouche's allure by capturing his essence through vivid colors. The intricate details bring out his mischievous charm while showcasing his flamboyant attire. Meanwhile, "The Street Cries of Paris" engraving transports us to bustling streets where vendors would call out their wares - among them being performances by Italian and French comedians playing farces dating back to 1670. This glimpse into everyday life reveals how deeply ingrained these characters were within society. Lastly, we encounter Jean-Antoine Watteau's masterpiece "The Italian Comedians.