Svengali Collection

What now for the Beatle-maker? Brian Epstein - English music entrepreneur who managed The Beatles from 1962 until his death in 1967. Date: 1966

L'Annee 1917; Les qui dirigeaient la Russie a la veille de la.... 1916. Creator: Unknown
L'Annee 1917; Les qui dirigeaient la Russie a la veille de la revolution: Raspoutine et sa cour de femmes. L'intrique germanique dominait dans cette camarilla

Paul Wegener as Svengali, c1928. Creator: Unknown
Paul Wegener as Svengali, c1928. Portrait of German actor, writer and film director Paul Wegener (1874-1948) in the character of Svengali in the 1927 film of the same name

Beerbohm Tree, actor, as Svengali in the play Trilby Date: 1895

Rough sketch for some of the characters in Trilby
3109021 Rough sketch for some of the characters in Trilby, including Trilby and Svengali (pencil, pen & ink on paper) by Du Maurier, George (1834-96); Private Collection; (add.info.: Trilby)

A dancing girl from the Warner Brothers film Svengali, 1931 Date: 1931

"Trilby"on the English Stage, Mr Beerbohm Tree as Svengali and Miss Dorothea Baird as Trilby (b / w photo)
1100218 " Trilby" on the English Stage, Mr Beerbohm Tree as Svengali and Miss Dorothea Baird as Trilby (b/w photo) by English photographer

Sir Henry Beerbohm Tree (b / w photo)
3627543 Sir Henry Beerbohm Tree (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Henry Beerbohm Tree)

The Trilby Mania (engraving)
1056847 The Trilby Mania (engraving) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Trilby Mania)

Trilby the tone-deaf ? who couldn t tell a C from an F giving a concert under
542284 Trilby the tone-deaf ? who couldn t tell a C from an F giving a concert under Svengalis hypnotic influence. Illustration by George Du Maurier for his novel Trilby, London, 1894

Mr Du Mauriers "Trilby"at the Haymarket Theatre (litho)
1056686 Mr Du Mauriers " Trilby" at the Haymarket Theatre (litho) by Hatherell, William (1855-1928) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Front cover of Trilby by George Du Maurier, 1894. Artist: George Du Maurier
Front cover of Trilby by George Du Maurier, 1894. The figure shown is the eponymous heroine, Trilby who, under hypnosis by Svengali, became a famous singer

Au Clair de la Lune : the power of hypnosis, 1894. Artist: George du Maurier
Au Clair de la Lune : the power of hypnosis, 1894. Trilby the tone-deaf! Who couldn t tell a C from an F!! giving a concert under Svengalis hypnotic influence. From Trilby by George du Maurier

Du Maurier / Trilby / 1894
TRILBY Svengali teaching Trilby. We took her voice note by note. First published: 1894

Herbert Tree and Mrs Patrick Campbell in Pygmalion, 1914
Impression of Sir Herbert Tree in the role of Professor Higgins, and Mrs Patrick Campbell as Eliza Doolittle in the George Bernard Shaw play, Pygmalion

Trilby the tone-deaf ja who couldn t tell a C from an F giving a concert under Svengalis hypnotic influence. Illustration by George Du Maurier for his novel Trilby, London, 1894

(1853-1917). English actor-manager. As Svengali in the London theatrical production, 1895
SIR HERBERT BEERBOHM TREE (1853-1917). English actor-manager. As Svengali in the London theatrical production, 1895, of George Du Mauriers Trilby. Original cabinet photograph

Sir Herbert Beerbohm Tree as Svengali and Dorothea Baird as Trilby O Ferrall in the 1895 London production of George Du
DU MAURIER: TRILBY, 1895. Sir Herbert Beerbohm Tree as Svengali and Dorothea Baird as Trilby O Ferrall in the 1895 London production of George Du Mauriers Trilby

Sir Herbert Beerbohm Tree as Svengali (seated in background) and Dorothea Baird as Trilby O Ferrall in the 1895 London
DU MAURIER: TRILBY, 1895. Sir Herbert Beerbohm Tree as Svengali (seated in background) and Dorothea Baird as Trilby O Ferrall in the 1895 London production of George Du Mauriers Trilby

Illustration by George Du Maurier from his much-celebrated work Trilby, 1894
DU MAURIER: TRILBY, 1894. Illustration by George Du Maurier from his much-celebrated work Trilby, 1894

Trilby on the English stage
George Du Mauriers novel dramatised by Paul M. Potter in New York, was then transferred to the English stage. This production has Mr Beerbohm Tree as Svengali and Miss Dorothea Baird as Trilby

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"Svengali: The Enigmatic Figure Behind the Scenes of Music and Theater" In the realm of music and theater, there have been few figures as influential and mysterious as Svengali. While not a household name like his protégé Brian Epstein, this English music entrepreneur played a pivotal role in shaping the careers of many renowned artists. One cannot discuss Svengali without mentioning Paul Wegener's captivating portrayal of him in 1928. With an unknown creator capturing his essence on film, Wegener brought to life the enigma that was Svengali, leaving audiences spellbound by his mesmerizing presence. Svengali's influence extended beyond the silver screen; he also made waves on stage. Beerbohm Tree took up the mantle, embodying Svengali's dark charisma in the play "Trilby. " A rough sketch showcasing some of Trilby's characters gives us a glimpse into Tree's interpretation of this complex character. The Warner Brothers film adaptation further cemented Svengali's place in popular culture. A dancing girl from this production tantalizes viewers with her seductive moves, reflecting both Svengali's allure and manipulative nature. But who was Trilby? Sir Henry Beerbohm Tree sheds light on this intriguing relationship between master and muse through a black-and-white photograph capturing their chemistry onstage. Their performances ignited what became known as "The Trilby Mania, " captivating audiences far and wide with their undeniable talent. Yet behind every great artist lies an equally talented manager or mentor. In Du Maurier’s iconic novel "Trilby, " we catch a glimpse into how Svengali shaped Trilby’s journey to stardom at Haymarket Theatre. A lithograph depicting Mr Du Maurier’s work transports us back to those enchanting days when theatergoers were captivated by their story. George Du Maurier immortalized these characters with his illustrations, notably on the front cover of "Trilby.