Noces Collection

Woman in costume as a Vivandiere or sutler
Woman in costume of a sutler to the French Guards (Vivandiere, Garde Francaise) for a masquerade ball, Paris, late 19th century. She carries a barrel of rum and a glass

Mlle. Julia Bennati as Batilde in Les Noces d Olivette, 1879
Soprano singer Mlle. Julia Bennati as Batilde in Les Noces d Olivette, a comic opera by Chivot and Duru, at the Theatre des Bouffes Parisiens, 1879

Wedding Celebration, end nineteenth century (colour litho)
CHT293653 Wedding Celebration, end nineteenth century (colour litho) by Pille, Henri (1844-1897); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

The Marriage Feast at Cana, c. 1562 (oil on canvas) (see also 99619-20)
PWI94932 The Marriage Feast at Cana, c.1562 (oil on canvas) (see also 99619-20) by Veronese, (Paolo Caliari) (1528-88); 666x990 cm; Louvre, Paris

The Marriage Feast at Cana, detail of musicians and dogs, c
PWI99620 The Marriage Feast at Cana, detail of musicians and dogs, c.1562 (oil on canvas) (detail of 94932) by Veronese, (Paolo Caliari) (1528-88); Louvre, Paris, France; ePeter Willi; Italian

Jesus going to the wedding at Cana (chromolitho)
964160 Jesus going to the wedding at Cana (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jesus going to the wedding at Cana (Jesus se rend aux noces de Cana)

Scene from Mozarts opera The Marriage of Figaro 1786 (1905). (Le Nozze di Figaro), comic opera (opera buffa) with libretto by Lorenzo da Ponte (1749-1838) after Beaumarchais

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"Noces: A Celebration of Love, Music, and Art" Step into a world where the past intertwines with the present, as a woman dons a vibrant costume as a Vivandiere or sutler. Her presence evokes memories of grand theatrical productions like "Les Noces d'Olivette" in 1879, where Mlle. Julia Bennati mesmerized audiences as Batilde. Gazing at Giacomo Torelli's exquisite set design for "Les noces de Pelee et de Thetis, " one can almost feel the enchantment that filled the air during this mythical wedding celebration. The end of the nineteenth century witnessed such colorful festivities, captured beautifully in a captivating color lithograph. Transporting us further back in time is "The Marriage Feast at Cana, " an oil painting from c. 1562 that depicts an opulent banquet scene. Every detail meticulously painted - from musicians playing melodious tunes to dogs frolicking around - immerses us in this joyous occasion. As we delve deeper into these celebratory moments, we encounter Jesus himself attending another wedding at Cana through a vivid chromolithograph. His presence adds an aura of divinity to any nuptial gathering. Marvel at Paris' iconic Notre-Dame Cathedral standing tall amidst all these celebrations; its majestic spires reaching towards the heavens serve as a reminder of love's transcendence across time and space. These drawings and prints capture not only festive occasions but also showcase ornate architecture and intricate designs created specifically for theater sets. They offer glimpses into worlds crafted by talented artists who sought to transport audiences into realms beyond their imagination. In this collection of images titled "Noces, " we witness love celebrated through various art forms throughout history – be it on stage or canvas – reminding us that weddings are timeless expressions of joy, unity, and beauty that continue to inspire generations today.