Eleanor Steber as Marie Therese in Der Rosenkavalier at the Metropolitan Opera
A dimly lit theater auditorium shows a stage with three performers in period costumes. One stands left in a green suit, another center in an ornate pink dress, and a third stands right in darker clothing. A tall narrow blue backdrop is visible at left and a small table and chairs occupy center stage. Audience silhouettes fill the foreground.
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A performer in a red historical costume is seated on a settee at center stage. Period furniture and a table with a candelabrum are arranged on the stage against dark draped curtains. Low stage lighting highlights the performer while the surrounding stage remains dim.
Eleanor Steber taking bow on stage with three other performers
A stage framed by heavy gold curtains and swags fills the background. Four performers wearing 18th century style costumes stand near center stage under warm lighting. The foreground shows a dark silhouette of the audience area and the lighting casts a warm amber glow.
A theatrical stage set showing two costumed performers standing near a tall stone fountain topped with a statue. The set includes ornate columns, arched windows, and wooden scaffolding in the background. One performer wears a red coat and the other wears a blue dress and hat. Warm stage lighting highlights the figures against a darkened auditorium.
Theatrical set with two performers in period costumes on a dimly lit stage. One performer in a red dress sits on a couch while another stands near a table holding candelabras and props. Heavy curtains form the backdrop and stage lighting highlights the central figures. A person is visible in the lower right foreground.
A performer in a costume stands on a dark stage holding a lit candle near the center of a dining set. A long table with candelabras and place settings is arranged stage left and a small round table with chairs is stage right. The foreground shows the darkened auditorium with silhouetted heads and scattered lights.
Eleanor Steber as Tosca and Leonard Warren as Campora taking bows on stage during a performance of Tosca
Two performers stand center stage in front of large gold curtains under warm lighting. One wears a long dark blue dress and the other wears a white blouse with full sleeves and dark pants, with one arm extended toward the other. Heavy drapery frames the stage and a portion of the orchestra pit is visible in the foreground.
A person stands center stage with arms raised against a backlit gold curtain. Heavy stage drapes frame the scene and warm lighting illuminates the fabric. A dark auditorium foreground is visible.
Two people stand together in formal attire. One wears a dark military dress uniform with rank insignia, medals, and a gold stripe on the trousers. The other wears a dark dress with a yellow corsage. They pose against a dark, out-of-focus background.
Three costumed performers stand side by side at the front edge of a stage, holding hands. The backdrop is a large gold curtain with draped swags and heavy folds. One performer wears a long dark gown and a feathered headpiece, while the other two wear dark tailcoats and period trousers.
Two people are dancing together on a dimly lit room floor. One person wears glasses and a dark outfit with a white collar, while the other wears a dark dress with a yellow corsage and earrings. A small table with a floral arrangement and chairs is visible nearby, and other figures are present in the background.
Eleanor Steber as Marie Therese from Rosenkavalier backstage
A person wearing an ornate costume with a feathered headpiece, layered necklaces, and dangling earrings. The outfit includes a fur-trimmed garment and an elaborate curled hairstyle. The scene has warm sepia lighting and an indoor setting with curtains and furniture visible in the background.
Eleanor Steber with soprano Lucine Amara
Two people stand close together in a dimly lit interior. The person on the left wears a dark plaid skirt suit, pearls, and a brooch, while the person on the right wears a dark dress with a corsage and holds a cigarette. A sign with small text is mounted on the wall behind them.
A single performer wearing a red outer garment and a white skirt stands center stage near closed gold curtains. A warm spotlight illuminates the performer and the curtain while the auditorium in the foreground is dark. Heavy drapery frames the stage.
Two people stand near center stage in front of a large gold curtain. One wears a long dark outfit and stands upright while the other wears a white shirt and dark trousers and leans forward slightly. Heavy drapery frames the stage and auditorium seats are visible in the foreground.
A performer stands center stage wearing a long red costume with gold embroidery. The set includes a long table with candlesticks, a small round table covered with a white cloth, and elaborate dark-paneled backdrops. Dim theatrical lighting highlights the performer while the auditorium and some audience members remain in shadow.
Eleanor Steber as Donna Anna in Don Giovanni at the Metropolitan Opera
A theatrical stage set shows a stone fountain topped by a statue at center stage. Several costumed performers stand nearby in period clothing under low, warm lighting. An ornate architectural backdrop frames the scene and an orchestra pit with musicians is visible in the foreground.
Eleanor Steber in conversation with unidentified man with his back to the camera
Two people are standing in a dimly lit interior with window blinds visible in the background. One person has light-colored hair and is wearing a dark top with a red scarf or collar, facing the other person who has short hair and is wearing a suit jacket. A third figure is partially visible at the left edge of the frame.
Eleanor Steber as Marie from Wozzeck backstage with Gordon Andrews
Two people stand side by side in an interior dressing room. The person on the left wears a dark suit, white shirt and tie, and the person on the right wears a period-style dress with a corseted waist and gathered blouse. The room features wall hooks, curtains and a radiator along the wall.
A person wearing an elaborate Victorian-style ball gown with a full skirt and decorative gold embroidery. The outfit includes a fur-trimmed red cape, white gloves, a feathered hat, and layered necklaces. The person stands indoors near a piano and wooden lockers while holding a small accessory in gloved hands.
Eleanor Steber in costume with unidentified girl on her lap
An adult and a child sit together on a chair near a curtained window. The adult wears a light blouse and a skirt and the child wears a plaid jumper over a white shirt. They are posed with the child on the adult's lap and a low piece of furniture is visible in the background. The lighting appears soft and warm.
An adult holds a child on their lap in a softly lit room. The child wears a plaid skirt with a white collared shirt and sweater vest, while the adult wears a light-colored blouse and darker skirt. A window with curtains and a table with folded fabric are visible in the background. The colors appear warm and slightly faded.
Two adults stand close together in a room with a curtain and a radiator visible behind them. One person wears a dark suit and tie while the other wears a light-colored blouse with a gathered bodice and a dark full skirt. Warm, orange-tinted lighting and film grain give the scene a vintage appearance.
A person wearing a long dark skirt with a corset-style waist and a light blouse with puffed sleeves stands with hands on hips in a room. The setting includes chairs, draped fabric, a curtained window and a radiator. The scene has warm, grainy tones and a rounded vignette consistent with older film slides.
Two people stand near a lighted mirror and countertop in a dim dressing room. One person wears a light blouse and dark skirt while the other wears a dark suit and tie. The countertop holds personal items and a thermos, and the image has a warm, grainy film quality.
Two people stand close together in a small dressing room with a lighted vanity mirror. One person wears a suit and tie and the other wears a light-colored blouse. Personal items including a cup and a thermos sit on a cluttered countertop. The scene has warm, low lighting and a vintage grainy look.
A person stands in a full-length, high-waisted skirt paired with a gathered blouse with elbow-length sleeves. One hand rests on the hip while the other is tucked into a pocket at the skirt seam. The room contains a curtained window, a radiator, a chair with clothing draped over it, and a table against the wall.
Eleanor Steber and unidentified man backstage at recital performance
Two people face each other by a doorway, one wearing a light-colored dress with a beaded bracelet and the other wearing a dark suit and white shirt. One person holds a small dark object in a raised hand while the other has hands near chest level. The scene has a bright area on the left and a dark background on the right.
Two people stand at a doorway; one person faces the camera wearing a light-colored dress with sequin details and a bracelet, and the other stands partially behind the door wearing a dark jacket and tie. The background includes paneled doors and a window, with strong shadows and warm lighting.
A soloist in a floor-length formal gown stands center stage facing a conductor in a white jacket. Several seated musicians with music stands and instruments occupy the stage behind them under recessed ceiling lights. An American flag and a large floral arrangement are positioned at the left edge of the stage. The scene appears to be part of a formal musical performance.
Eleanor Steber gesturing to backing orchestra at recital performance
A performer in a long formal gown stands center stage extending an arm while musicians sit with instruments and sheet music. A conductor in a light-colored jacket faces the ensemble. Overhead lights illuminate the curved stage canopy and an American flag is visible at the side.
Eleanor Steber in recital bowing, pink dress
A solo performer in a formal white dress is bowing at center stage near a microphone while a conductor in a white jacket stands facing the ensemble. Several seated musicians hold sheet music behind music stands and a U.S. flag is visible at stage left. Overhead stage lights illuminate the performance area.
A performer in a pale pink formal gown stands at a microphone on a curved, lit bandstand. A conductor in a white jacket stands with back turned near a seated orchestra with music stands and instruments. Overhead recessed lights illuminate the stage and an American flag and floral arrangement are visible at left.
A solo performer wearing a formal gown stands center stage in front of a microphone while a conductor in a light-colored jacket leads an ensemble. Several seated musicians with music stands occupy the rear of the stage. Overhead recessed lights illuminate the curved pavilion ceiling and floral arrangements sit at the front edge of the stage.
A solo vocalist in a formal gown stands center stage next to a conductor who faces an orchestra. Several seated musicians hold instruments and music stands under overhead stage lights. An American flag and a floral arrangement are visible at stage left.
Lotte Lehmann, Eleanor, and unidentified woman after opera performance
Three adults stand close together in a dimly lit interior by a column, wearing dark coats; one wears a wide-brimmed hat and a beaded necklace. A small printed program or booklet is visible tucked under an arm with partial text showing. The lighting casts a reddish tone and the background includes a window and architectural details.
Eleanor Steber backstage as Marie Therese from Der Rosenkavalier
A person stands wearing an ornate off-shoulder dress with decorative embroidery and a fur stole. A feathered headpiece and a statement necklace are worn. The background shows lockers with hanging garments, a curtain, and a radiator.
A stage with large gold curtains and warm lighting has several performers in period costumes at center stage. Dark audience silhouettes fill the foreground and frame the scene.
Four performers in 18th-century style period costumes stand on a stage in front of a pulled gold curtain, holding hands. Two wear knee-length coats and breeches, one wears a long gown, and another wears a coat with white stockings. The scene is lit with warm amber lighting and appears slightly blurred.
A stage scene with performers wearing 18th-century style costumes. A figure in a voluminous gown with decorative trim stands center stage while others in period clothing stand nearby. The set includes a tall window with cool blue lighting and a dark curtain backdrop.
A dimly lit stage with a dark curtain backdrop has three costumed performers. The central performer wears an ornate historical gown with a red fur-trimmed cape and headpiece. Another performer in a blue tunic and tall boots faces away while a third in a dark suit stands near a small table with a lit candle.
A dimly lit theater stage with heavy golden curtains drawn closed and warm amber lighting. A small group of performers in period costumes stands near center stage while silhouettes of the audience occupy the foreground. The ornate drapery and stage lighting create a vintage theatrical atmosphere.
A stage framed by heavy gold curtains and warm lighting with several performers in period costumes near center stage. A seated audience appears as dark silhouettes in the foreground. The view is from the back of the auditorium toward the theatrical drapery.
Several costumed performers stand near the front of a stage framed by heavy gold drapery and an ornate valance. A row of audience silhouettes fills the foreground. Warm stage lighting highlights the curtains and causes motion blur on one moving figure. The scene shows a live theatrical presentation.
A performer in a costume kneels center stage under warm spotlights in front of large gold curtains. Rows of dark audience silhouettes fill the foreground. The draped curtains are partially open and theatrical lighting creates a warm glow on stage.
A stage framed by heavy golden curtains with costumed figures standing near the front. Dark audience silhouettes occupy the foreground and create contrast with the lit stage. Warm lighting illuminates the drapery and the performers' costumes. The scene shows a theatrical setting with people onstage and an audience watching.
A performer stands near the center front of a stage framed by large heavy curtains lit with warm golden light. Silhouetted audience members fill the foreground in rows watching the stage. The curtains show deep folds and highlights from the spotlight and extend across the full width of the scene.
A small illuminated area on a dark stage shows two performers in period-style clothing. One performer is seated in a voluminous dress while the other stands nearby in coordinating historical attire. A tall narrow blue panel appears to the left of the stage and audience silhouettes occupy the foreground.
A theatrical stage set shows several performers dressed in period costumes under red lighting. The central performer wears a voluminous dress with decorative trim while others stand in the background. A blue backdrop is visible at left and the surrounding auditorium is dark.
A dimly lit stage shows a performer in an ornate period dress with a large skirt and headpiece standing center stage. A second performer stands to the right near a darkened set with curtains and a chair visible on the left. Audience silhouettes fill the foreground and a narrow blue backdrop panel is visible at stage left.
Two costumed performers sit together on a dimly lit stage under a single spotlight. They wear long period-style dresses with red and blue tones. The rest of the stage is mostly dark and a silhouette of the audience is visible at the bottom. Framing concentrates light on the small illuminated area in the center.
A stage set with ornate gold curtains and wall decorations lit in red. A person in light-colored clothing sits on a couch at center stage. Dark audience silhouettes occupy the foreground, partially obscuring the lower portion of the scene.
A performer in a long period gown stands near an ornate bed and upholstered chairs on a richly decorated bedroom set with heavy drapery and carved wall details. Warm red and gold stage lighting illuminates the scene while audience silhouettes appear in the foreground. The setting shows a proscenium theater with theatrical scenery and props.
Audience silhouettes fill the foreground while an ornate theater set occupies the stage with heavy gold curtains and tall windows. Two figures are visible on stage, one seated on a couch in a light-colored costume and another standing near a draped alcove. Warm red and orange lighting dominates the scene and highlights the set's decorative details.
A performer stands center stage in front of a closed gold curtain under warm lighting. Dark audience silhouettes fill the foreground and one profile is prominent. Heavy drapery and vertical folds in the curtain create bright highlights and deep shadows.
Ornate stage set depicting a period bedroom with a canopy bed and draped curtains. Two performers in period costumes stand near the bed while warm red stage lighting illuminates the set. Dark audience silhouettes occupy the foreground.
A theatrical set shows an ornate bedroom with heavy drapery, canopy bed, and upholstered chairs under warm red lighting. A costumed performer stands center stage in period dress while a dark audience silhouette fills the foreground. The set includes tall windows with draped curtains and decorative wall paneling.
A stage framed by heavy gold curtains and draped valances. Two performers are near center stage, one bending forward in a bow while the other stands nearby. Dark audience silhouettes occupy the foreground.
Poster for performance of Der Rosenkavalier
Two framed theater posters advertise subscription performances and both are stamped with "SOLD OUT" labels. The upper poster announces Richard Strauss's Der Rosenkavalier for Saturday afternoon, March 22 at 2 P.M., listing conductor Max Rudolf and production credits. The lower poster advertises Giuseppe Verdi's Otello for Friday evening, March 28 at 8 P.M., with conductor Fausto Cleva and production details.
Two costumed performers stand on a theatrical set resembling an ornate hall or throne room with heavy drapery, tall columns, and a raised platform. The scene is dimly lit with warm spotlights highlighting the platform and figures. One performer is positioned near a chair or throne while the other stands by a column to the side. The foreground shows dark silhouettes of stage equipment or lighting.
Several costumed performers stand in a row on a stage in front of a tall gold curtain. Costumes include period dress and formal robes, with a white gown visible near center. The scene is blurred and grainy, with warm stage lighting.
Eleanor Steber after the opera in her dressing room
A person with short light hair wearing a dark dress and a brooch is seated against a wall with a wooden headboard visible to the left. Earrings are visible and an exposed pipe runs vertically on the right wall near a power outlet. The scene has a warm sepia tone and a thin rounded black border at the edges.
A person stands by a dressing table wearing a dark dress with a decorative brooch. The person raises a hand to the eye area while a mirror and a lit bulb are visible at the left. The background shows a wall outlet and a vertical pipe under warm, amber lighting.
A dim auditorium foreground faces a brightly lit stage featuring an elaborate architectural set with arches and decorative motifs. Costumed figures stand on and around a central raised platform, with additional figures positioned at stage sides. The lower part of the frame shows darkness with a few scattered lights and silhouettes at the audience edge.
A stage scene showing an ornate proscenium arch and large set pieces with a red-orange painted sky backdrop. Several figures in period costumes stand near center stage while one moves forward. The auditorium and audience area appear very dark in the foreground.
A stage with a large red curtain and a group of performers lit by warm stage lights. Dark audience silhouettes fill the foreground, facing the stage. The scene is dim except for the illuminated center area where the performers stand.
A stage with performers in period costumes standing near a stone building facade and a castle-like backdrop. The scene is lit with dim red lighting, creating strong shadows across the set. Visible set pieces include a balcony, stone archway, and a lamp post-like ornament.
Performers stand in a line holding hands in front of a large red curtain during a curtain call. Costumes include period attire and a colorful skirt. Stage lighting casts a deep red hue across the scene. The audience area is dark in the foreground.
A performer stands center stage in a period costume in front of a painted castle backdrop. The set includes a stone terrace and a facade with a doorway and ornamental foliage on the right. Lighting is predominantly red and casts deep shadows across the stage. Audience silhouettes are visible along the bottom edge.
A group of costumed performers stand at the front of a stage against a large red curtain under red stage lighting. The scene is dimly lit and much of the stage is in shadow, with performers arranged across the front. Costumes vary and include a figure in a light-colored outfit alongside others in darker garments.
A theatrical stage with heavy curtains and columns is lit in red light. Two figures stand near the center with chairs and set pieces nearby. The audience area is dark and mostly in shadow with a few small lights visible near the front. The overall scene is low contrast and dominated by red tones.
A proscenium stage with a large orange-lit curtain and six costumed performers standing across the front. Ornate architectural set pieces flank both sides of the stage and two globe lights hang above. The auditorium is dark and silhouettes of the audience are visible in the foreground.
A theater stage featuring an ornate classical-style architectural set and a vivid red sky backdrop. Several costumed performers stand and move across the stage near stairs and archways. Stage lighting and a faint view of the orchestra pit are visible in the foreground.
A theatrical stage lit in deep red light with heavy curtains and an ornate backdrop. Two figures in period costumes stand near center stage. Dark silhouettes in the foreground indicate an audience area.
Eleanor Steber in costume as Elsa from Lohengrin
A person wearing a long dark cape and a corseted dress stands beside a red upholstered chair. An ornate framed mirror behind them shows their back and the room reflection. Clothing and accessories are draped on the chair and scattered on the floor, with coats and a ladder visible in the mirror.
A person stands in a room wearing a floor-length dark gown and a matching cape with a metallic waist belt. Short curled hair and earrings are visible, and a framed mirror hangs on the wall behind. An upholstered chair and folding chairs with draped fabric are at the side.
A person stands in a dim interior wearing a voluminous lavender ball gown decorated with embroidered white and orange floral appliques and gathered ruched panels. They wear sheer elbow-length sleeves, long gloves, a choker necklace, and multiple bracelets. The skirt features ornate beadwork and embellishments across the front. Low lighting casts shadows on the background.
Stage set under warm lighting features a sweeping curved staircase at right and upholstered sofas and small dining tables at left. Two performers in period costume occupy the foreground near the staircase, one standing and one seated. The backdrop includes draped curtains and paneled walls with round wall lights.
Eleanor Steber standing outside with unidentified woman
Two people stand together on a paved path next to a white lattice gate. One wears a sleeveless halter dress and the other wears a striped short-sleeve shirt with dark pants. The scene is underexposed so faces and many details are in shadow, with trees and foliage visible in the background.
Eleanor Steber in costume standing between pianist Edwin Biltcliffe and his wife, Edith Knowles Biltcliffe
Three people stand together in front of a painted wooden lattice backdrop, dressed in formal clothing. The central person wears a light-colored, beaded gown with braided hair, the person on the right wears a dark suit with a striped tie, and the person on the left wears a light patterned dress and a pearl necklace. All three stand close and face one another.
Eleanor Steber on stage in a performance of Cosi fan tutte
Two performers stand center stage wearing elaborate period costumes, including a full skirt and a feathered headpiece. The set includes stone steps, classical statues on pedestals, and lattice-like vertical structures. Warm stage lighting illuminates the center while the surrounding stage remains dark.
A theatrical stage dressed as an ornate rococo ballroom with a large chandelier, arched windows, and decorative moldings. Several costumed performers stand in a row across the stage while others are positioned near the right side. Elaborate 18th-century style costumes and powdered wigs are visible.
Eleanor Steber and two performers from Rosenkavalier
Three people stand together indoors wearing historical-style gowns and accessories. One wears a dark coat with decorative gold buttons and a ruffled scarf, the center person wears a satin dress with layered necklaces and a large feathered hat, and the right person wears a quilted bodice with a pearl necklace and floral corsage. A mirror and a bouquet of yellow flowers are visible in the background.
Eleanor Steber on stage in a performance of Rosenkavalier
A stage set showing two performers in elaborate historical dresses seated on a raised platform framed by lattice columns and a decorative backdrop with draped swags and a chandelier. One performer wears a yellow gown and the other wears a blue gown with a tall headpiece. The platform is accessed by shallow steps and the scene is lit against a dark auditorium.
Eleanor Steber in costume for Rosenkavalier
A person wearing an ornate blue ball gown with grey fur trim and red accents. The dress features gold embroidered motifs along the hem and a fitted bodice with off-shoulder sleeves. Accessories include white gloves, a large necklace, and a feathered headpiece, and the person stands in an interior room next to a piano and coat hooks.
A person wearing a long white off-shoulder gown with ruffled hem and sleeves and a wide blue ribbon tied at the waist. They stand indoors near a white chair and a radiator, holding a small object in one hand. Hair is styled and a small floral headpiece is visible.
Eleanor Steber in costume as Minnie in Puccini's Fanciulla del West
An individual stands in a doorway wearing a wide-brimmed hat, a fringed suede jacket, a red bandana, and a decorative belt. The individual's hands rest on hips and clothing includes dark trousers. The scene is lit with cool blue lighting that casts a blue tint on the surroundings.
Eleanor Steber seated on a patio in Port Jefferson, New York with husband Edwin Bilby (left) and pianist James Quillian
Three adults sit on metal chairs around a small round table on a patio in front of glass French doors. One person wearing a floral dress is seated in the center, while the person on the left reads a newspaper and pours from a pitcher and the person on the right holds a glass. A tray with glasses and an ashtray is on the table, and white metal patio furniture and a potted wall plant are visible.
Eleanor Steber (center) seated on a patio in Port Jefferson, New York with her husband Edwin Bilby and her personal secretary Helene Carter
Three people sit on metal patio chairs in front of tall wooden doors. A small round table between them holds a tray with a pitcher and glasses, and a folded newspaper rests on one lap. Potted greenery decorates the wall and the clothing and furniture appear to be from the mid-20th century.
A person bends over a small round grill on a shaded patio, using tongs and a knife to handle food. The person wears a striped short-sleeve shirt and red shorts. Sunlight casts long shadows on the wall and a window frame is visible behind.
A person stands on a lawn beside a post covered in red climbing roses and holds a wicker basket filled with mixed cut flowers. The person wears a light short-sleeve top and knee-length shorts. The background shows grass and additional flowering plants in a daytime outdoor setting.
A person stands in an ornate paneled interior wearing a floor-length period-style gown with a pale central panel and decorative collar. They hold a long staff with a tied cloth near the top and wear a small hat or headpiece. The costume features a dark trailing train and fitted sleeves. The setting includes paneled walls and a wooden floor that resemble a stage or historical interior.
Three formally dressed individuals stand in front of dark stage curtains. The central individual wears a red and white embroidered gown with elbow-length white gloves and a tiara. The two flanking individuals wear black tailcoats with white bow ties and dress shirts.
A performer in a dark floor-length gown with a pale pink front panel and a ruffled neckline stands on a stage holding a long cane. The costume includes an ornate collar and a decorative headpiece. A painted backdrop and wood-paneled set pieces are visible behind the performer.
A living room with pleated floor-to-ceiling drapes and a decorative valance. A person is seated in an armchair holding a small rectangular object. A side table with a lamp and assorted items is in the foreground and a potted plant sits near the window. The scene shows warm tones, blur, and visible film scratches consistent with aged film.
Eleanor Steber and two unidentified women seated at a table
Three people sit around a dining table set with glassware and lit candles. A tall pendulum wall clock is mounted on the left wall and a doorway is visible behind the table. A wall sconce is mounted on the right. The photograph shows warm, slightly faded colors and visible film grain.
Eleanor Steber and unidentified woman seated at a table
Two people sit at a formally set dining table in a vintage interior. The table holds glassware, plates, a lit taper candle, and serving pieces beneath a chandelier. One person has short curly hair with hands clasped near the face, and the other wears a polka dot dress and rests a hand on the table; a wall clock and sconce are visible on paneled walls behind them.
Mrs. Steber, Gordon Andrews, unidentified man outdoors at Eleanor Steber's apartment
Three adults stand on grass in front of a tall wooden fence, wearing mid-20th century clothing. The person on the left wears a suit with a bow tie and pocket square, the center person wears a dark jacket over a light shirt, and the person on the right wears a light coat over a dress and carries gloves and a small bag. A car bumper is partially visible behind them.
Eleanor Steber with birthday cake at Cincinnati Manor
A person stands indoors wearing a sheer ruffled gown while holding a decorated birthday cake with lit candles. The cake has white frosting, pink piping and red floral decorations. A mirror, beadboard wall, and yellow flowers are visible in the background.
Person with short curly hair wears a dark dress and a string of pearls. Another person's arm rests on the subject's shoulder. The scene takes place indoors with a wooden cabinet visible in the background. Lighting is low and slightly grainy.