Shepherdess Madness Collection

Josephine Baker at Folie Bergere, 1925-1926. Photograph by Lucien Walery (1863-1935)
XEE4144375 Josephine Baker at Folie Bergere, 1925-1926. Photograph by Lucien Walery (1863-1935). by Walery (Stanislaw Julian Ignacy)

Detail of the facade of the Folies Bergere theatre, showing a dancer in Art Deco style
YOU4419024 Detail of the facade of the Folies Bergere theatre, showing a dancer in Art Deco style, Parisian music hall inaugurated in 1869

Poster of Folies Bergere, concert hall, Parisian music hall inaugurated in 1869
YOU4419027 Poster of Folies Bergere, concert hall, Parisian music hall inaugurated in 1869, publicity for a programme of matinee reserved for families showing two dancers in tutu on stage

Central double page of a program of the Folies Bergere in Paris, 1927
PCT4289639 Central double page of a program of the Folies Bergere in Paris, 1927; (add.info.: Extract from the fifth album)

France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Portrait of Pepee dancer des folies bergeres, 1910
LUX4726694 France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Portrait of Pepee dancer des folies bergeres, 1910; (add.info.: France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): Portrait of Pepee dancer des folies bergeres

Sheet music for the magazine "The original charleston"by C Marck and J Johnson
LSE4096040 Sheet music for the magazine " The original charleston" by C Marck and J Johnson, dance by Josephine Baker at the Folies Bergere - illustration by Roger de Valerio (1886-1951)

The beauty ideal: young woman with long hair (probably the dancer Verena, of the Folies Bergeres)
PCT4257997 The beauty ideal: young woman with long hair (probably the dancer Verena, of the Folies Bergeres), postcard 1905 (photo) by Manuel, Henri (1874-1947); © Patrice Cartier

The beautiful Otero with the follies Bergeres, postcard early 20th century. (photo)
PCT4257818 The beautiful Otero with the follies BergAšres, postcard early 20th century. (photo) by Reutlinger Studio (1850-1937); ePatrice Cartier; French, out of copyright

Conductor, poster for Les Hanion Lees at the Folies Bergeres (engraving)
LSE4087233 Conductor, poster for Les Hanion Lees at the Folies Bergeres (engraving) by Cheret, Jules (1836-1932) (after); Private Collection; Photo eLeonard de Selva; French, out of copyright

Show: Raffins pig, at the Folies-Bergere - Poster by Levy, late 19th century
LSE4087229 Show: Raffins pig, at the Folies-BergAre - Poster by Levy, late 19th century by Levy, Emile (1826-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Show: Raffins pig)

Loie Fuller at Folies Bergere - by Jules Cheret, c. 1890
LSE4090044 Loie Fuller at Folies Bergere - by Jules Cheret, c. 1890 by Cheret, Jules (1836-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: Loie Fuller at Folies Bergere - by Jules Cheret, c)

The Countess of X... and her lions on the show at the Folies Bergeres in Paris
LSE4112000 The Countess of X... and her lions on the show at the Folies BergAres in Paris. In Le petit Journal, on the 19/05/1895

Poster for the Folies-Bergere 1874 by Jules Cheret (1836-1932) - aerobatic works, ballets
PCT4295672 Poster for the Folies-Bergere 1874 by Jules Cheret (1836-1932) - aerobatic works, ballets, pantomimes, operettes, dance, dancer, music hall (music hall), gay Paris

Human Zoo: Zulu warriors exhibited in a lodge in the Cabaret des Folies Bergeres
XEE4167525 Human Zoo: Zulu warriors exhibited in a lodge in the Cabaret des Folies Bergeres (Folies-Bergeres) in Paris in 1879

Les Folies-Bergeres: le "Cancan", n. d. 19th century
LSE4079595 Les Folies-BergAres: le " Cancan", n.d. 19th century by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Les Folies-BergAres: le " Cancan", n.d)

Poster advertising La Belle Otero at the Folies Bergere - La belle Otero aux
XEE4157451 Poster advertising La Belle Otero at the Folies Bergere - La belle Otero aux folies Bergeres (Caroline Otero, 1868-1965) - 1894 - poster Ateliers Cheret by Cheret

Program of the Cabaret Les folies Bergeres, Paris, 1914
LSE4112036 Program of the Cabaret Les folies BergAres, Paris, 1914. by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Program of the Cabaret Les folies BergAres, Paris)

Magazines (music hall) - Folies-Bergere. (Folies Bergere) Every night the man-shell
XEE4156798 Magazines (music hall) - Folies-Bergere. (Folies Bergere) Every night the man-shell, (man-shell) brothers, Mayol - 1883 - 60 x 40 cm by Unknown Artist

The Folies-Bergere, cabaret music-hall, 19th century (poster)
LRI4676688 The Folies-Bergere, cabaret music-hall, 19th century (poster) by Anonymous; Musee des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; Luisa Ricciarini; out of copyright

War of 1870 - legislative election during the armistice - February 1871
XEE4166350 War of 1870 - legislative election during the armistice - February 1871: election meeting at the Cabaret des Folies Bergeres in Paris for the proclamation of candidates for the National

Wrestlers Pierri and Ussouf Ismaillolo at the Folies Bergeres in Paris
LSE4112005 Wrestlers Pierri and Ussouf Ismaillolo at the Folies BergAres in Paris. In Le petit journal, on 31/03/1895. by Unknown Artist

Show: the pig of Raffin, at the Folies-Bergere - Poster by Levy, late 19th century
LSE4087231 Show: the pig of Raffin, at the Folies-BergAre - Poster by Levy, late 19th century. by Levy, Emile (1826-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Show: the pig of Raffin)

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"Shepherdess Madness: Unveiling the Spectacle of Sensationalism at Folies Bergere" Step into the captivating world of Folies Bergere, where eccentricity and extravagance reign supreme. From Josephine Baker's mesmerizing performances to Loie Fuller's ethereal dances, this legendary Parisian cabaret has witnessed some truly unforgettable moments. In 1925-1926, Josephine Baker took center stage at Folies Bergere, enchanting audiences with her unparalleled talent and magnetic presence. Captured by Lucien Walery in a photograph that immortalizes her shepherdess madness, she embodies the spirit of this era-defining spectacle. The allure of Folies Bergere extended beyond its performers. The magazine "The Original Charleston" featured sheet music for the iconic dance performed by Josephine Baker herself. Illustrated by Roger de Valerio, it encapsulated the vibrant energy pulsating through every corner of this renowned establishment in 1923. Throughout history, beauty ideals have been shaped within these hallowed halls. A postcard from 1905 showcases a young woman with long hair, possibly Verena - one of the dazzling dancers who graced the stages of Folies Bergeres during its heyday. Notable figures also found their place among these grand spectacles. La Belle Otero captivated audiences early in the 20th century with her undeniable charm and grace as captured in a postcard from that era. Meanwhile, Les Hanion Lees conducted their symphony on an engraved poster that adorned Folies Bergeres' walls. Folies Bergere was not just about showcasing human talents; it delved into extraordinary realms too. In a peculiar exhibition titled "Human Zoo, " Zulu warriors were displayed within a lodge inside Cabaret des Folies Bergeres – an unsettling reminder of society's fascination with exoticism during those times. From ballets to aerobatic works and even daring acts with lions, Folies Bergere never failed to astonish.