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The Savoyard: A Journey through History and Art Step into the world of the Savoyards, a fascinating group that has left its mark on various aspects of culture

Background imageSavoyard Collection: Raffile as Michau in Coelina by Rene Charles Guilbert de Pixerecourt, Ambigu Comique, 1801

Raffile as Michau in Coelina by Rene Charles Guilbert de Pixerecourt, Ambigu Comique, 1801
FLO4606736 Raffile as Michau in Coelina by Rene Charles Guilbert de Pixerecourt, Ambigu Comique, 1801. Handcoloured lithograph by F

Background imageSavoyard Collection: The Savoyard, 19th century. Creator: Alfred Jacob Miller

The Savoyard, 19th century. Creator: Alfred Jacob Miller
The Savoyard, 19th century

Background imageSavoyard Collection: Cartoon, Mr Rutland Barrington, The Mikado

Cartoon, Mr Rutland Barrington, The Mikado
Cartoon, Mr Rutland Barrington, A Savoyard - The Mikado, Gilbert and Sullivan. 1885

Background imageSavoyard Collection: Xavier de Maistre, French soldier and author (engraving)

Xavier de Maistre, French soldier and author (engraving)
820629 Xavier de Maistre, French soldier and author (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Xavier de Maistre (1763-1852)

Background imageSavoyard Collection: Savoyard puppeteer performing with fife and drum

Savoyard puppeteer performing with fife and drum
Savoyard boy with fife and drum makes his puppets dance in time to the music by moving his knees. Handcoloured engraving from Pierre de la Mesangeres Le Bon Genre, Paris, 1817

Background imageSavoyard Collection: Raffile as Michau in Coelina, 1801

Raffile as Michau in Coelina, 1801
Raffile as Michau in Coelina by Rene Charles Guilbert de Pixerecourt, Ambigu Comique, 1801. Handcoloured lithograph by F. Noel after an illustration by Alexandre-Marie Colin from Portraits d Acteurs

Background imageSavoyard Collection: Design for the front cover of The Savoy: Complete in Three Volumes, c

Design for the front cover of The Savoy: Complete in Three Volumes, c
STC99367 Design for the front cover of The Savoy: Complete in Three Volumes, c.1896 (colour litho) by Beardsley, Aubrey (1872-98); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English

Background imageSavoyard Collection: A Young Savoyard, 1835-1836. Creator: Frederick Yeates Hurlstone

A Young Savoyard, 1835-1836. Creator: Frederick Yeates Hurlstone
A Young Savoyard, 1835-1836

Background imageSavoyard Collection: The Boy from Savoy and His Monkey, 1823. Creator: Alexandre Gabriel Decamps

The Boy from Savoy and His Monkey, 1823. Creator: Alexandre Gabriel Decamps
The Boy from Savoy and His Monkey, 1823

Background imageSavoyard Collection: Italian Kings of the House of Savoy

Italian Kings of the House of Savoy from Vittorio Amedeo II to Vittorio Emanuele III (and with room for more...). circa 1905

Background imageSavoyard Collection: Oil on canvas by Jean-Antoine Watteau entitled The Savoyard Boy with marmot (1716)

Oil on canvas by Jean-Antoine Watteau entitled The Savoyard Boy with marmot (1716), located in the Hermitage Museum of St. Petersburg

Background imageSavoyard Collection: Les Savoyards, 1818. Artist: George Cruikshank

Les Savoyards, 1818. Artist: George Cruikshank
Les Savoyards, 1818

Background imageSavoyard Collection: Savoyard with a Dancing Doll. Artist: Greuze, Jean-Baptiste (1725-1805)

Savoyard with a Dancing Doll. Artist: Greuze, Jean-Baptiste (1725-1805)
Savoyard with a Dancing Doll. Found in the collection of the Albertina, Vienna

Background imageSavoyard Collection: The Girl with the Marmot. Artist: Fragonard, Jean Honore (1732-1806)

The Girl with the Marmot. Artist: Fragonard, Jean Honore (1732-1806)
The Girl with the Marmot. Found in the collection of the Albertina, Vienna

Background imageSavoyard Collection: Savoyard with a Marmot, 1716. Artist: Jean-Antoine Watteau

Savoyard with a Marmot, 1716. Artist: Jean-Antoine Watteau
Savoyard with a Marmot, 1716. Watteau, Jean Antoine (1684-1721). Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Background imageSavoyard Collection: Chamonix Valley, French Alps. The Mont Blanc massif seen from Planpraz. France

Chamonix Valley, French Alps. The Mont Blanc massif seen from Planpraz. France

Background imageSavoyard Collection: Battle of Turin, 1706. Painting by Joseph Parrocel (1646-170

Battle of Turin, 1706. Painting by Joseph Parrocel (1646-170
War of Spanish Succession (1701-1714). Battle of Turin, 1706. Painting by Joseph Parrocel (1646-1704). Detail. Museum of the Risorgimento. Turin. Italy

Background imageSavoyard Collection: George Grossmith

George Grossmith (1847 - 1912) - English comedian, writer, composer, actor and singer. Grossmith wrote (in collaboration with his brother Weedon), the 1892 comic novel The Diary of a Nobody

Background imageSavoyard Collection: Alpine postmen using ski during their rounds in the snow, illustration from Le

Alpine postmen using ski during their rounds in the snow, illustration from Le
XIR346506 Alpine postmen using ski during their rounds in the snow, illustration from Le Petit Journal, supplement illustre, 15th January 1911 (colour litho) by French School

Background imageSavoyard Collection: EMMANUELE FILIBERTO (1528-1580). Duke of Savoy and general for Philip II of Spain

EMMANUELE FILIBERTO (1528-1580). Duke of Savoy and general for Philip II of Spain. Oil on canvas, late 16th century

Background imageSavoyard Collection: MARIE JOSEPHINE OF SAVOY (1753-1810). Princess of Sardinia and Piedmont and Countess of Provence

MARIE JOSEPHINE OF SAVOY (1753-1810). Princess of Sardinia and Piedmont and Countess of Provence. In front of a portrait of her father, King Victor Amadeus III of Sardinia, and a bust of her husband

Background imageSavoyard Collection: MARIE THERESE OF SAVOY (1756-1805). Princess of Sardinia and Piedmont and Countess of Artois

MARIE THERESE OF SAVOY (1756-1805). Princess of Sardinia and Piedmont and Countess of Artois. In front a portrait of her mother

Background imageSavoyard Collection: The Savoyard. Jean Antoine Watteau (1684-1721) French artist. Red crayon and pencil

The Savoyard. Jean Antoine Watteau (1684-1721) French artist. Red crayon and pencil

Background imageSavoyard Collection: SAVOYARD FAMILY, c1797. Family from the Savoy hills, between Italy and France

SAVOYARD FAMILY, c1797. Family from the Savoy hills, between Italy and France. Aquatint with watercolor, c1797, by L.F. Labrousse after Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur

Background imageSavoyard Collection: ST. FRANCIS OF SALES (1567-1622). Savoyard nobleman and ecclesiastic. Line engraving, 17th century

ST. FRANCIS OF SALES (1567-1622). Savoyard nobleman and ecclesiastic. Line engraving, 17th century

Background imageSavoyard Collection: Savoyards

Savoyards

Background imageSavoyard Collection: Sir Henry Alfred Lytton (1867-1936)

Sir Henry Alfred Lytton (1867-1936)
Photographic portrait of Sir Henry Alfred Lytton, the English actor and Savoyard, who was famous for his performance of roles in Gilbert and Sullivan operas


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The Savoyard: A Journey through History and Art Step into the world of the Savoyards, a fascinating group that has left its mark on various aspects of culture. From battles to literature, from puppetry to music, they have woven their stories into the tapestry of history. In 1706, during the Battle of Turin, Joseph Parrocel captured the intensity and bravery of this proud people in his painting. The scene depicts their resilience and determination as they fought for their land. But it wasn't just on the battlefield where Savoyards made an impact. Xavier de Maistre, a French soldier turned author, showcased their literary prowess with his captivating works. His words transported readers to distant lands while keeping alive the spirit of his homeland. The arts also found expression through Savoyard puppeteers who mesmerized audiences with their performances accompanied by fife and drum. Their skillful manipulation brought characters to life in a way that captivated both young and old alike. Even in theater productions like "Coelina" in 1801, actors such as Raffile portrayed memorable Savoyard characters that resonated with audiences long after the final curtain fell. The allure of Savoyards extended beyond performance art; it inspired visual artists too. Jean-Antoine Watteau's oil painting "The Savoyard Boy with marmot" beautifully captures innocence and curiosity against a backdrop reminiscent of picturesque landscapes. Frederick Yeates Hurlstone's portrayal titled "A Young Savoyard" showcases youthfulness amidst rustic surroundings - a testament to how deeply intertwined nature was within their lives. Not only did these talented individuals leave an indelible mark on art but also influenced popular culture. Alexandre Gabriel Decamps' whimsical creation called "The Boy from Savoy and His Monkey" evokes joyous laughter while highlighting the unique bond between humans and animals.