Guignol Collection

Le Devoir de Tuer by Rene Berton (born in 1872 and died in 1934). Rene Berton was a French physician, known for his plays. Le Devoir de Tuer translated is The Duty to KIll

Puppets, Tournai
TOURNAI, Belgium Traditional Guignol de la Maison Tournaisienne (puppet theatre)

Guignol in French Park
A dramatic moment in a Guignol performance in a French park : but the blase girl in the foreground has seen it before and knows how it will end

Watching Le Guignol
Children watching a Guignol show - a delightful variety of facial expressions !

G for Guignol, 1908 (photo)
8713198 G for Guignol, 1908 (photo); 31,5 x 25 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: in "To learn to read by Henri Manuel, published by the Librairie Felix Juven, Paris, 1908)

The words Echelle, Fagot, Guignol and Hymen, 1908 (photo)
8713195 The words Echelle, Fagot, Guignol and Hymen, 1908 (photo); 31,5 x 25 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: in "To learn to read by Henri Manuel, published by the Librairie Felix Juven)

Letter A and B from ABC de Guignol by Griff, c.1920 (engraving)
DUV4202539 Letter A and B from ABC de Guignol by Griff, c.1920 (engraving); 16x24.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: ABC de Guignol by Griff (French illustrator), 8 pages Letter A and B (araignee)

French cartoon on the events of 1848 in Europe: two puppets, one of which seems to be a guignol of the Neapolitan
FGL5481111 French cartoon on the events of 1848 in Europe: two puppets, one of which seems to be a guignol of the Neapolitan theatre and the other is Emperor Ferdinand I of Austria, beat each other

The Guignol in the Tuileries Garden, c1880. Creator: Emile Antoine Guillier
The Guignol in the Tuileries Garden, c1880

Londons Grand Guignol, Little Theatre, Adelphi, London
Londons Grand Guignol, Little Theatre, John Street, Adelphi, London. circa 1920s

Puppets et guignol - in "Theatre des marionnettes du Jardin des Tuileries"by Duranty, Dubuisson, Paris, 1863
LSE4088989 Puppets et guignol - in " Theatre des marionnettes du Jardin des Tuileries" by Duranty, Dubuisson, Paris, 1863 by Duranty

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Guignol; Puppet show; Puppenspiel (engraving)
7196291 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Guignol; Puppet show; Puppenspiel (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Guignol; Puppet show; Puppenspiel)

Puppet Show in the Luxembourg Gardens, Paris (colour litho)
PER437835 Puppet Show in the Luxembourg Gardens, Paris (colour litho) by Barbut-Davray, Luc (1863-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: Guignol du Luxembourg; ); French, out of copyright

The puppet Guignol, 19th century (print)
LSE4089603 The puppet Guignol, 19th century (print) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo eLeonard de Selva; out of copyright

Guignol and Gnafron, famous French puppets from a show from Lyon (colour litho)
2779695 Guignol and Gnafron, famous French puppets from a show from Lyon (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Guignol and Gnafron)

Scenes of Parisian life (engraving)
3627317 Scenes of Parisian life (engraving) by Morin, Edmond (1824-82) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scenes of Parisian life)

Absinthe / Victor Hugo, c1895-1900. Artist: Guillaume Apollinaire
Absinthe/Victor Hugo, c1895-1900. Sketch and text for a Guignol puppet scene. From a private collection

A scene from a show at the Theatre de Grand Guignol, Paris, 1931 Date: 1931

Guignol Jardin du Luxembourg Eugene Atget French
Guignol, Jardin du Luxembourg; Eugene Atget (French, 1857 - 1927); Paris, France; 1898; Albumen silver print

Posada, Illustration to a story, La Noche Venturosa
Illustration to a story, La Noche Venturosa -- The Lucky Night or the Queen of Blas and Bato. Date: circa 1900

Flora and Gill pursued by their enemy Luzbel, Mexico -- originally an illustration for a magicians programme. circa 1900

La Fosse aux Filles by Alexandre Kouprine
Promotional postcard showing a playbill of entertainment showing at the Theatre du Grand-Guinol in Paris, featuring La Fosse aux Filles by Alexandre Kouprine, Le Chevalier Canepin by M

Cartoon, The Little Guignol, Game of Cubes. A satire on the modern art style of Cubism, showing an artist on stage, a woman dressed in squares and cubes, and a pantomime horse for good measure

The Human Comedy, c. 1852 (oil on canvas)
XIR83794 The Human Comedy, c.1852 (oil on canvas) by Hamon, Jean Louis (1821-74); 140x315 cm; Musee d Orsay, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Caricature of the Constitutional Charter of 26th July 1830, c
XIR162353 Caricature of the Constitutional Charter of 26th July 1830, c.1830 (coloured engraving on card) by French School, (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

THEATER: PUPPET CHARACTERS Gnafron, Madelon and Guignol from French performance of Guignol

Guignol Audience, Paris
An enraptured audience at a Guignol show in a Paris park

Guignol in Paris Park
A sparsely attended Guignol in the square des Batignolles, in the 17th arrondissement, Paris

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"Guignol: A Timeless Puppetry Tradition Unveiled" Step into the enchanting world of guignol, a captivating form of puppetry that has delighted audiences for centuries. Originating in France, this art form has taken various shapes and forms across different cultures, showcasing its universal appeal. One iconic production that comes to mind is "Le Devoir de Tuer" by Rene Berton. This thought-provoking play explores the complex themes of duty and morality through the lens puppets. The intricate craftsmanship and attention to detail bring these characters to life, leaving spectators in awe. Tournai, a quaint town known for its rich cultural heritage, boasts an impressive display performances. Visitors can immerse themselves in the magical atmosphere as they witness these skillfully crafted puppets come alive on stage. In French parks, children's laughter fills the air as families gather to watch Le Guignol perform his hilarious antics. With his mischievous charm and witty banter, he never fails to entertain both young and old alike. The Theatre de Grand Guignol in Paris holds a special place in history as it pioneered a darker side entertainment. Audiences were captivated by spine-chilling scenes filled with suspense and horror - a stark contrast from traditional shows but equally mesmerizing. Across borders, London's Grand Guignol at Little Theatre Adelphi became synonymous with thrilling performances that pushed boundaries. It was here that audiences experienced heart-pounding tales where fear took center stage. Even Mexico embraced this art form with Flora and Gill finding themselves pursued by their enemy Luzbel amidst vibrant Mexican scenery. The fusion between guignol puppetry and local culture created an unforgettable experience for all who witnessed it. Dating back to 1863, Duranty Dubuisson's "Theatre des marionnettes du Jardin des Tuileries" showcased the beauty and intricacy puppets.