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Bettini as Arthur in the pastiche opera Robert Bruce, 1846
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Bettini as Arthur in the pastiche opera Robert Bruce, 1846
Italian tenor Geremia Bettini as Arthur in the pastiche opera Robert Bruce by Gioachino Rossini, Academie Royale de Musique, 1846. Handcoloured lithograph after an illustration by Alexandre Lacauchie from Victor Dollets Galerie Dramatique: Costumes des Theatres de Paris, Paris, 1846
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Academie Alexandre Arthur Bruce Dollet Dramatique Galerie Geremia Gioachino Lacauchie Lasalle Musique Opera Pastiche Rossini Royale Singer Tenor Theatres Victor
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This handcoloured lithograph showcases the renowned Italian tenor Geremia Bettini in the title role of Robert Bruce, a pastiche opera by Gioachino Rossini. The production was mounted at the Academie Royale de Musique in Paris during the year 1846. Bettini, known for his powerful and expressive voice, is depicted as the Scottish hero, King Robert the Bruce, clad in an elaborate medieval costume. The intricately designed attire, complete with a fur-trimmed cape, a plumed helmet, and a sword at his side, exudes an aura of regality and strength. The illustration, created by Alexandre Lacauchie, was originally published in Victor Dollet's Galerie Dramatique: Costumes des Theatres de Paris. The meticulous attention to detail in the lithograph is evident in the rich textures and vibrant colours used to bring the scene to life. The backdrop features a dramatic, stormy sky, adding to the sense of drama and intensity. Rossini's pastiche opera, Robert Bruce, was a collaboration between the composer and librettist Jules-Henri Vernoy de Saint-Georges. The production was a success, with Bettini's performance as the Scottish king earning particular acclaim. This stunning lithograph serves as a testament to the artist's skill in capturing the essence of the opera and the talent of the performer on stage. The lithograph provides a glimpse into the world of 19th-century opera, showcasing the grandeur and spectacle of the productions, as well as the charisma and artistry of the performers. It is a valuable historical record of a bygone era and a reminder of the enduring power of music and theatre to captivate and inspire.
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