Rapp Collection

White Star Line, RMS Olympic - four postcards, including a Rapp real photo of Olympic after collision with HMS Hawke, and a Walton colour card of launch

Comb, 1828 / 50. Creator: William D. Rapp
Comb, 1828/50. Hair decoration

Count Jean Rapp, c1800, (c1835), (1896). General Count Jean Rapp (1771-1821) was a French Army officer during the French Revolutionary Wars and the Napoleonic Wars

A successful and unusual treatment of boxes, Al Ringling Theatre, Baraboo, Wisconsin, 1925. Designed by architectural firm Rapp and Rapp, the Al Ringling Theatre opened in 1915

Entrance lobby, the Chicago Theatre, Chicago, Illinois, 1925. The Chicago Theatre opened as acinema in 1921. The architects were brothers Cornelius W and George L Rapp

Front elevation, the Chicago Theatre, Chicago, Illinois, 1925. The Chicago Theatre opened as acinema in 1921. The architects were brothers Cornelius W and George L Rapp

Comte Jean Rapp, 1771-1821. Lieutenant General Under Napoleon. Photo-Etching After The Painting By Gros
Comte Jean Rapp, 1771-1821. Lieutenant General Under Napoleon.Photo-Etching After The Painting By Gros. From The Book " Lady Jacksons Works Xiv

Jean Comte De Rapp
JEAN COMTE DE RAPP French military commander. Date: 1773 - 1821

NEW HARMONY, c1855. A communal society established by the Harmony Society and developed by Robert Owen. Steel engraving, c1855

NEW HARMONY, 19th CENTURY. A communal society established by the Harmony Society and developed by Robert Owen: colored engraving, 19th century

NEW HARMONY, 1844. Communal society on the bank of the Wabash River in Indiana: aquatint engraving, 1844, after Karl Bodmer

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"Exploring the Legacy of Rapp: From White Star Line to Communal Societies" Step into a journey through time as we unravel the intriguing story behind the name "Rapp. " Delve into history with postcards from the renowned White Star Line, featuring the majestic RMS Olympic. These four postcards transport us back to an era of grandeur and luxury. But there's more to Rapp than just ocean liners. Discover William D. Rapp, the creator of a revolutionary comb in 1828 that forever changed hair care routines. His innovation paved the way for modern grooming practices. Count Jean Rapp takes center stage next, captivating us with his enigmatic presence captured in c1800 photographs. A man shrouded in mystery, his image resurfaces throughout different periods - c1835 and even as late as 1896 - leaving us wondering about his extraordinary life. Moving on from individuals to architectural marvels, witness Al Ringling Theatre's successful and unusual treatment of boxes in Baraboo, Wisconsin (1925). This theater stands as a testament to human creativity and imagination. Continuing our exploration of magnificent theaters, step inside Chicago Theatre's entrance lobby (1925) and be mesmerized by its opulence. The front elevation showcases its grandeur against Chicago's skyline – a true architectural gem that has stood the test of time. Jean Comte De Rapp adds another layer to this intricate tale; his significance remains elusive yet fascinating. Was he related to Count Jean Rapp? Or is it merely coincidental? The mention of White Star Line brings forth memories tinged with tragedy – RMS Titanic (postcard). Reflect on this ill-fated voyage that forever altered maritime history. Traveling further back in time, immerse yourself in New Harmony – a communal society established by Harmony Society and developed by Robert Owen around 1855. Witness their utopian ideals come alive through a colored engraving from the 19th century.