Scheffer Collection

St Augustine with his mother St Monica, 1855 (1926). Artist: Ary Scheffer
St Augustine with his mother St Monica, 1855 (1926). From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 2: Builders of the Church, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake

Portrait of Marie d'Orléans, duchess of Württemberg (1813-1839), 1839. Creator: Scheffer, Ary (1795-1858)
Portrait of Marie d'Orleans, duchess of Wurttemberg (1813-1839), 1839. Private Collection

Ary Scheffer, Dutch-French artist
Ary Scheffer (1795-1858), Dutch-French artist Date: circa 1840s

Portrait of the actress Adelaide Ristori (1822-1906), ca 1857. Found in the Collection of the Musee de la Vie romantique, Paris

Self-Portrait at the age of 43, 1838. Creator: Scheffer, Ary (1795-1858)
Self-Portrait at the age of 43, 1838. Found in the Collection of the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Lenore, Les Morts Vont Vite, (oil on canvas)
651336 Lenore, Les Morts Vont Vite, (oil on canvas) by Scheffer, Ary (1795-1858); 55x70 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Lenore, Les Morts Vont Vite. Ary Scheffer (1795-1858). Oil on canvas

Portrait of Ferdinand-Philippe-Louis-Charles-Henri, Duc d Orleans (1810-1842)
651242 Portrait of Ferdinand-Philippe-Louis-Charles-Henri, Duc d Orleans (1810-1842), Half Length, Wearing a Black Jacket and the Insignia of the Order of the Legion d Honneur

Lady receiving a rose from a gentleman in a park under a statue. She says, Its not a favor, its only fair. She thinks, You intrigue me

Gentleman tipping a servant in a hotel room, 19th century. He says, By God, maybe its not so urgent. He thinks, Finally! I ve already done my grieving

Lady and gentleman wearing a wig in a parlor, 19th century. She says, A wig? Really, I never guessed... She thinks, Its a plain as the nose on your face

Lady and old gentleman in a parlor, 19th century. She says, But how can you live on 6, 000 francs? She thinks, Its enough, you old miser

A line of people bringing boxes and crates to a porter. He says, Of course, with pleasure. He thinks, These animals take me for a conveyor belt

Two gentlemen standing in front of the stock market talking. A handsome cab behind them. One says, God, you mock everything, have you no conscience? He thinks, Of good composition

Gentleman presenting a lady with a necklace in a parlor. She says, Its madness, my friend! Am I worth it? She thinks, The stones are so tiny

Two gentlemen composers in a music room before a piano, 19th century. The portly man says, I d give three operas to have created your romance

Gentleman and old lady standing at a table in a restaurant. He says, Madame, you are leaving your fortune to fate. He thinks, If she catches me

Two ladies dressing before a mirror in a parlor, 19th century. She says, The pink really suits you dear. She thinks, And makes you look 10 years older

Man and woman in a restaurant with a glutton, 19th century
Man and woman in a restaurant with a glutton. He says, But you don t eat? He thinks, He inhales! Handcoloured lithograph by the Gihaut brothers after an illustration by Swiss artist Jean Gabriel

Two mothers in a parlor with their sons, 19th century. She says, My little Charles isn t in the best of health. She thinks, Nor so common and clumsy

Two ladies talking in a parlor watching a woman paint in oils. She says, How many more virtues and talents... She thinks, To remain a woman

Gentleman and lady on a date in a garden, 19th century. She says, Scandalous! You hardly know me! She thinks, My feelings are running ahead of me

Bookish woman in a library talking to an author. She says, Your last novel is delicious with an indescribable charm. She thinks, Although I only read a few pages

Gentlemen and lady playing cards in a parlour, while others dance in the next room. He says, You ve hit a vein. I congratulate you Madame! He thinks, The devil take you

Widow and young man taking coffee in a restaurant talking to a stone mason. She says, And don t forgot in large letters, A good father, fine spouse, he leaves an inconsolable widow

Lady and her gentleman caller writing and reading in a garden terrace, 19th century. She says, Farewell, I count on you giving us a few days. She thinks, I will tremble if he doesn t come

Gentlemen in a French garden admiring a rose, 19th century
Gentlemen in a French garden admiring a rose. He says, Its like paradise on earth. He thinks, It has less grace than an onion

Gentleman being attacked by naughty children in a parlour. He says, They are really charming. He thinks, They are out of control

Lady playing the piano in a parlour to guests. Another lady says, Shes very talented. She thinks, Now we have to swallow a concerto

Gentleman and lady with portrait in a parlour
Gentleman and ugly lady with beautiful portrait in a parlour. He flatters her with, It looks like you, but you are more beautiful in the flesh

Lady saying goodbye to a gentleman in a parlour. She says, Bon voyage, and hurry back! She thinks, Good riddance! Handcoloured lithograph by the Gihaut brothers after an illustration by Swiss artist

Two ladies on a sofa in a parlour. She says, You know theres no hurry. She thinks, She won t move! Handcoloured lithograph by the Gihaut brothers after an illustration by Swiss artist Jean Gabriel

Gentleman and old lady in a hotel room watched by a porter. He says, You can count on me to use all my credit. He thinks, Shes old, ugly and shes soliciting me

Gentleman meeting an old man in a parlour. Good to see you recovered, dear uncle. (It puts back the inheritance, but its fine)

Woman meeting a portly dandy in a parlour with large mirror and sofa. Charmed to meet you! (What an oaf!) Handcoloured lithograph by the Gihaut brothers after an illustration by Jean Gabriel Scheffer

Gentleman in the study of an advisor
Young gentleman in the study of an advisor reading a letter. He says, I m entirely at your disposal. He thinks, Another free dinner

Lady flattering a foppish gentleman in a parlour. Always so intelligent! (You big booby!) Handcoloured lithograph by the Gihaut brothers after an illustration by Jean Gabriel Scheffer from Petites

Woman seated on a sofa flattering an ugly man. One is never ugly with a distinguished figure. Handcoloured lithograph by the Gihaut brothers after an illustration by Jean Gabriel Scheffer

Young woman flattering a sick old man in a bedroom
Young woman flattering a sick old man seated next to a table of medicines in a bedroom. What are you saying? You look like an emperor

Gentleman flattering an older woman in a parlour
Gentleman flattering an older woman in front of a fireplace in a parlour. I d die if you were over 30! (30 years of marriage)

Lady in a parlor being kissed goodbye by an old man. Adieu, see you again. (You old fool.) Handcoloured lithograph by the Gihaut brothers after an illustration by Jean Gabriel Scheffer from Petites

Gentleman with cane and top hat interrupting a lady at her toilette. Hello, how nice to see you! (You beast!) Handcoloured lithograph by the Gihaut brothers after an illustration by Jean Gabriel

Two ladies talking in a garden. She says, You were the prettiest woman at the ball. She thinks, After me. Handcoloured lithograph by the Gihaut brothers after an illustration by Swiss artist Jean

Ariadne, (oil on canvas)
827156 Ariadne, (oil on canvas) by Scheffer, Ary (1795-1858); 98.4x68.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Ariadne. Ary Scheffer (1795-1858). Oil on canvas

Thomas Ken (1637-1711), Bishop of Bath and Wells (oil on canvas)
NCO404072 Thomas Ken (1637-1711), Bishop of Bath and Wells (oil on canvas) by Sheffer, F. (17th century); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

Princess Marie Christine d Orleans, 1830 and 1831 (oil on panel)
827384 Princess Marie Christine d Orleans, 1830 and 1831 (oil on panel) by Scheffer, Ary (1795-1858); 97.2x66 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Princess Marie Christine d Orleans)

Portrait of Armand Carrel (1800-1836), 1833. Creator: Scheffer, Ary (1795-1858)
Portrait of Armand Carrel (1800-1836), 1833. Found in the collection of Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Portrait of Rene, Cecile and Louise Franchomme. Private Collection

Quatre soldats de l armee en deroute, c. 1826. Found in the collection of Musee de la Vie romantique, Paris

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Ary Scheffer: A Master of Capturing Emotion and Elegance Ary Scheffer, a renowned Dutch-French artist, left an indelible mark on the art world with his exquisite portraits and captivating scenes. Born in 1795, Scheffer's talent blossomed at a young age, leading him to create masterpieces that continue to mesmerize audiences today. One of his notable works is the portrait of Adelaide Ristori, a celebrated actress from the 19th century. Painted around 1857, this piece showcases Scheffer's ability to capture not only physical beauty but also the depth of emotion within his subjects. In another self-portrait created in 1838 when he was 43 years old, we catch a glimpse into Scheffer's own soul. The intensity in his eyes reflects both wisdom and passion for his craft. Scheffer's artistic prowess extended beyond portraiture as seen in "Lenore, Les Morts Vont Vite, " an oil painting that delves into themes of death and despair. With meticulous brushstrokes and haunting imagery, he transports viewers into a realm where emotions run deep. The Duke d'Orleans also found himself immortalized by Scheffer's skillful hand. In this regal portrait dating back to the early 19th century, every detail exudes aristocratic elegance while capturing the subject's essence. But it wasn't just nobility that fascinated Ary Scheffer; he had an eye for everyday life too. His paintings depict various social interactions like a lady receiving a rose from a gentleman or gentlemen tipping servants in hotel rooms – snapshots frozen in time that reveal societal norms during that era. Wigs were all the rage during the 19th century and even found their way onto canvas through Scheffer's work.