Multiple people in period costumes occupy a theatrical stage that features various architectural structures, including a pillared portico and a central wall with three arched openings. On the right side, a person lies in a canopy bed next to a small building with a gabled entrance. The scene is captured in black and white with a watermark in the lower right corner.
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Nilsson, Birgit - Vocalist - soprano - Violetta -
A crowded stage set depicts a grand hall with tall columns, heavy draped curtains, and a large crystal chandelier hanging in the center. Performers in ruffled gowns and formal suits are arranged across the floor, some seated at tables and others standing in groups. In the background, three individuals in powdered wigs and knee breeches stand on a raised platform before large paned windows.
A person stands on a multi-level stage next to a tall, tapering monument adorned with heraldic carvings. The stage features wide steps and a dark background speckled with small light points resembling a night sky. The person wears a long cape and period-style clothing while reaching out to touch the side of the central structure.
An ensemble of people in elaborate historical dress stands on a theater stage under an ornate archway. Two figures in light-colored attire are positioned in the center, surrounded by rows of individuals in patterned and dark clothing. A painted backdrop in the background depicts a classical garden and building, while some people on the left side hold curved blades aloft.
Arena (Verona, Italy) - Building - - -
Verona, Italy -- Buildings, structures, etc.
This high-angle view shows a crowded ancient amphitheater during a theatrical performance at night. Numerous performers in light-colored clothing occupy the stage, which features a large sphinx head at the top of a multi-tiered set. Thousands of people sit in the stone tiers and on the floor area, all facing toward the brightly lit stage against a dark background.
Campora, Giuseppe - Vocalist - tenor - Alfredo Germont - Has inscription
Tebaldi, Renata - Vocalist - soprano - ViolettaHas inscription
Two people stand on a stage set with a wide, decorative staircase and a background painted with palm trees and architectural arches. One person wears a full, floor-length gown with floral embellishments, while the other is in a dark tuxedo. Tall, ornate lamp posts with spherical bulbs are placed near the figures, and handwritten text in blue ink is visible across the bottom of the frame.
Act 3, scene 2a -- Design: Nicola Benois
This black and white scene shows a person in costume standing on a wooden stage before a towering backdrop designed to look like a curled parchment map. The map illustration includes a large three-masted ship, two compass roses, sea monsters, and a large figure holding a trident and a shield. Text on the map identifies geographical areas such as Florida and bodies of water like the Oceanus Orientalis.
Milanov, Zinka - Vocalist - soprano - Aida - Has inscription
Francescatti, Zino, 1902- - Instrumentalist - violin - - Has inscription
A black and white portrait shows a person in formal wear playing a violin against a plain background. The person wears a tuxedo with tails, a white shirt, and a white bowtie while holding the violin in a playing position. Handwritten text across the top includes a signature and the date "Jan. 1952".
Amara, Lucine - Vocalist - soprano - Nedda -
Del Monaco, Mario, 1915- - Vocalist - tenor - Canio
Nedda played by Lucine Amara or Delia Rigal?
This black and white scene depicts two people performing on a stage in front of an audience visible in silhouette. The person on the left wears a tiered, ruffled dress, while the person on the right wears a loose white tunic with wide sleeves and raised arms. Both costumes feature three dark pom-poms down the center of the outfits. The stage is set with a patterned backdrop and two ornate chairs.
Royal Opera House (London, England) - Building - - -
London (England) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
The interior of a large, ornate theater is shown from an elevated perspective. A highly detailed domed ceiling features a circular central vent and multiple lights arranged in concentric circles. Above the stage, a wide arch contains a sculptural relief of figures surrounding a central emblem, and the stage below is covered by heavy, draped curtains. Multiple tiers of balcony seating are visible along the side wall, while an empty orchestra pit sits at the base of the stage.
Renata Tebaldi as Tosca with Tito Gobbi as Baron Scarpia
Tebaldi, Renata - Vocalist - soprano - Tosca -
Gobbi, Tito - Vocalist - baritone - Baron Scarpia
A black and white scene shows two people standing on a stage in elaborate costumes. One person wears a floor-length garment with light-colored patterns, while the other person wears a suit with a white wig. They are positioned next to tall curtains on a stage with two visible overhead lights.
Liebl, Karl - Vocalist - tenor - Lohengrin -
A person stands against a plain background wearing an elaborate stage costume and makeup. They are dressed in a chainmail tunic with a bird motif on the chest, a long cape fastened with circular brooches, and a winged helmet with a crown-like base. One hand is gloved in chainmail and rests on the hilt of a sword tucked into a decorated belt.
Del Monaco, Mario, 1915- - Vocalist - tenor - Otello -
Warren, Leonard, 1911-1960 - Vocalist - baritone - Iago
Moscona, Nicola - Vocalist - bass - Lodovico
Tebaldi, Renata - Vocalist - soprano - Desdemona
Several performers in historical costumes are positioned on a stage with a checkered floor. A central individual stands on a small platform before a decorative backdrop depicting a winged lion, flanked by two people in metallic armor. To the right, another person wearing an elaborate robe and a tall hat faces the group, while other figures stand in the background.
Multiple striped tents are positioned across a grassy courtyard situated between a castle wall and a tree-covered hillside. The structure on the left features a turret and crenelated walls with a balcony. In the background, dense trees line a ridge, while the lower right corner shows rows of chairs and two individuals standing near the edge of the field.
Bruchollerie, Monique de la, 1915-1972 - Instrumentalist - piano - -
A person with short curly hair sits at a piano with their hands positioned on the keys. They wear a long-sleeved outfit featuring a white lace collar and matching lace trim at the cuffs. The person is viewed from the side looking down at the keyboard, and a signature is visible in the bottom-left corner.
Harshaw, Margaret - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Brunnhilde - Has inscription
A person appears in profile wearing an ornate helmet decorated with dark feathers and metallic accents. They have long, wavy hair and hold a staff upward while wearing a wide metallic cuff on their wrist. Handwritten cursive text and a signature are inscribed across the person's shoulder, and a studio mark is visible in the lower right corner.
Furtwängler, Wilhelm, 1886-1954 - Conductor - - -
Reverse: Conductor, Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra
A person wearing a black tuxedo, white bowtie, and white waistcoat holds a baton while conducting. Their eyes are closed and their head is tilted upward against a dark background. Sheet music stands are visible in the foreground, and a small alphanumeric code is located in the bottom left corner.
Anderson, Marian, 1897-1993 - Vocalist - contralto - - Has inscription
A black and white close-up features a person from the shoulders up against a light, plain background. The person has dark hair styled with waves and curls at the ends. They wear a dark jacket over a light-colored garment. A handwritten note in the lower right corner includes the signature "Marian Anderson."
Steber, Eleanor - Vocalist - soprano - -
A person wearing a wide-brimmed hat, embroidered vest, and neckerchief stands between a saddle and a wooden post. One arm rests on the post next to a bridle while the other hand is placed on their hip. The scene is set outdoors with trees in the blurred background.
MacNeil, Cornell, 1922- - Vocalist - baritone - Alfredo Germont -
A person stands against a light background wearing a long dark coat over a patterned vest and a white shirt with a dark necktie. They hold a light-colored top hat with a dark band in their gloved hands. The person's hair is swept back, and they have dark, thick eyebrows and sideburns. This black and white portrait is captured from the waist up.
This black and white portrait features a person with short dark hair wearing a thick, dark fur coat. The person holds a dark clutch bag and a pair of gloves against their chest while looking toward the camera. The background consists of a plain wall with a visible shadow.
Sgarro, Louis, 1920-1985 - Vocalist - bass - King of Egypt -
A person is dressed in an ornate costume featuring a tall crown, a wide decorative collar, and a false beard. They hold a shepherd's crook and a flail across their chest. This black and white depiction shows the figure from the waist up against a neutral background.
Kraus, Otakar, 1909 - Vocalist - baritone - Iago -
A person stands on a stage between large columns wearing a belted tunic and patterned leopard-print sleeves. Their right arm is raised with a clenched fist as they look toward the top of the frame. A chair with tassels on the backrest is positioned on the floor to the right.
Galli-Curci, Amelita, 1882-1963 - Vocalist - soprano - -
A person in formal dress and a dark, fur-trimmed cloak stands between two tall wicker baskets of flowers. The person wears a light-colored gown with lace at the neckline and a dark accessory in their hair. A small framed item is visible on the wall in the background.
Act 1, scene 1: sacred forest of the Druids
An expansive outdoor stage is dressed with a set depicting a rocky landscape under a dark sky. Large groups of performers in robes and costumes stand across the stage floor and multi-level steps, while an orchestra is visible in a pit at the bottom. The background features tall cliff-like structures, gnarled trees, and a cluster of small buildings integrated into the tiered seating area.
Warren, Leonard, 1911-1960 - Vocalist - baritone - Don Carlo di Vargas -
A person is shown from the waist up wearing an elaborate historical costume against a plain background. The attire includes a textured doublet, striped sleeves, a wide white collar, and a sash draped diagonally across the torso. The individual has dark hair, a styled mustache, and a square-cut goatee, with one gloved hand resting on the hilt of a sword.
Cleveland Orchestra, George Szell conductor
Szell, George, 1897-1970 - Conductor - -
An orchestra is positioned on a tiered stage, featuring a wide variety of string, wind, and percussion instruments. A person stands on a central podium facing the seated musicians, who are all dressed in formal attire. The performance space has light-colored, paneled walls in the background.
A theater stage set shows a large, gnarled tree trunk in the center surrounded by performers in light-colored robes. Groups of people are kneeling on the stage floor while others stand near painted backdrops of trees and hills. A few more individuals in various costumes are positioned in the background.
Schorr, Friedrich, 1888-1953 - Vocalist - bass-baritone - Hans Sachs - Has inscription
A person with a thick beard and curly hair is seated and looking upward. They are wearing a long-sleeved light shirt under a dark, sleeveless vest with their right hand resting on a book. The name "Friedrich Schorr" is printed below the portrait, and a handwritten inscription in cursive is positioned on the right white border.
Garden, Mary, 1879-1967 - Vocalist - soprano - - Has inscription
Reverse stamped: National Arts Foundation
An older person stands outdoors against a background of dark foliage while holding a large bunch of white flowers. The individual wears a dark long-sleeved garment, multiple strands of pearls, and a white hat with a short veil. One hand is extended outward and the other holds the chrysanthemums against their body. Handwritten text at the bottom of the frame reads "Greetings - Mary Garden".
Tagliavini, Ferruccio, 1913- - Vocalist - tenor - Des Grieux (Manon) - Has inscription
A person is shown from the waist up in a studio portrait wearing elaborate historical costume. They wear a dark, floral-patterned jacket with large decorative buttons, a ruffled lace jabot with a brooch, and lace-trimmed sleeves. The individual has light-colored hair styled back and holds a small handheld accessory while resting one hand on their hip.
Lustig, Rudolf, 1906-1988 - Vocalist - tenor - Loge -
A black and white scene depicts a person leaning over a large, textured rectangular block against a light background. The person is dressed in a garment with deep vertical ridges and is positioned with their body angled toward the block. Their head is turned to the side, and one hand rests on the block's top surface. Dramatic lighting emphasizes the textures of the clothing and the surfaces of the block.
A theatrical stage production is set against a dark background, featuring an elaborate building facade with lighted windows and glass awnings. Numerous people in historical attire are positioned across the stage, with some seated at tables under the awnings and others standing in groups. The word "MOMUS" is visible above one of the building sections, and text in the lower right corner identifies the location as Arena di Verona during the 1957 opera season.
Christoff, Boris - Vocalist - bass - Boris Godunov - Has inscription
A person wearing highly detailed, beaded garments and a large cross pendant is shown from the chest up against a backdrop of dark curtains. The individual has dark facial hair and a fur hat, and is holding a small cross to their forehead with their eyes directed upward. Handwritten ink signatures are visible across the front of the scene.
Kondrashin, Kirill Petrovich, 1914- - Conductor - - - Has inscription
A black and white portrait shows a person from the chest up, facing left in profile. They wear a dark jacket over a white shirt with a patterned bow tie and have dark hair combed back. A blue ink signature appears on the bottom left, and the background consists of blurred trees and grass.
Unidentified male (employee of Lyric Theater of Chicago?)
A black and white portrait features a person from the shoulders up, positioned at a three-quarter angle. The person has dark, wavy hair and is wearing a dark suit jacket over a light-colored collared shirt and a patterned tie. The background is light and out of focus, with a name written in the bottom left corner.
Böhme, Kurt, 1908- - Vocalist - bass - Baron Ochs - Has inscription
Reverse: letter to Dr. Perry from Kurt Boehme
A person is wearing a decorative jacket featuring intricate floral embroidery and lace ruffles at the sleeves. A white powdered wig with side curls is worn on the head. At the bottom, printed text identifies the subject as Kammersänger Kurt Böhme and mentions the Salzburger Festspiele, with a handwritten signature and the date 30.12.54 in blue ink below.
City Center (New York, N.Y.) - Building - - -
New York (N.Y.) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
This view of the New York City Center building shows the detailed stonework and arched windows of its facade. A dark awning and a hanging sign both display the name "NEW YORK CITY CENTER," while a flag printed with "FOURTH WAR LOAN" extends over the sidewalk. A person wearing a hat and coat walks along the pavement in the foreground near a parked vintage car.
Della Casa, Lisa - Vocalist - soprano - Marschallin - Has inscription
Edelmann, Otto - Vocalist - bass - Baron OchsHas inscription
A group of individuals wearing wigs and period clothing are arranged on an ornate stage set featuring a canopy bed and paneled walls. White cursive signatures for Otto Edelmann and Lisa Della Casa are written across the center of the scene. The performers occupy various positions near furniture pieces, including tables and a decorative sofa.
Varnay, Astrid - Vocalist - soprano - Elektra - Has inscription
A black and white portrait shows a person with long, wavy dark hair looking upwards and to the side. The person has heavy eye and lip makeup and is draped in a large, dark fabric that one hand is resting against. A handwritten inscription and the signature "Astrid Varnay" are written in ink on the dark fabric in the lower left portion of the frame.
Notice about Erich Leinsdorf conducting Metropolitan Opera
Leinsdorf, Erich, 1912- - Conductor - - -
Metropolitan Opera House (Old) - Building - - -
List of upcoming conducting appearances for Erich Leinsdorf
A typewritten document displays an announcement from George Ross about Erich Leinsdorf conducting four performances of Richard Strauss's "Arabella" at the Metropolitan Opera. The text identifies several leading performers and lists specific performance dates occurring in January and February. It also mentions that Leinsdorf will travel to Holland to conduct concerts between the final two opera dates. The document features a header with contact information and has dark triangular shapes in the corners.
Henry and Edsel Ford Auditorium (Detroit, Mich.) - Building - - -
Detroit (Mich.) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
An architectural drawing depicts the modern, rectangular Ford Auditorium building situated behind a wide plaza. A tall concrete pillar topped with a horse statue stands near a staircase leading to the entrance. In the foreground, a rectangular pool contains multiple bird sculptures among fountains, surrounded by low hedges and walkways with small figures of people.
Stella, Antonietta - Vocalist - soprano - Mimi -
A person wearing a plaid dress and dark vest stands behind a white-tipped wooden fence on a stage set. Behind the person is a large, leafless tree and a tall stone building with a pointed arched window. Text in the upper right corner identifies the location as Arena di Verona during the 1957 opera season.
Budapest String Quartet - Ensemble - - -
Personnel: Joseph Roisman, Alexander Schneider, violins
Four people are seated in a room with framed artwork on the walls, wearing dark suits and ties. Two people on the left hold violins while looking at a sheet of music held between them, and the two people on the right hold a cello and a violin. Each person is positioned with their instrument and bow in an indoor space with a wood floor.
Franco Calabrese in Il matrimonio segreto by Cimarosa
Calabrese, Franco - Vocalist - bass - -
A person wearing 18th-century period clothing stands in a room, resting one arm on a mantelpiece. The individual is dressed in a striped coat with ruffled lace at the neck and sleeves, complemented by a powdered wig. The mantel holds a decorative clock and candelabra, and a studio light stands in the background near a doorway.
Brouwenstijn, Gre - Vocalist - soprano - -
A black and white portrait features a person from the shoulders up against a bright, patterned background. The individual has short dark wavy hair and is wearing a single-strand pearl necklace with a dangling earring. Draped in a dark fur-trimmed garment, the person looks toward the side with a smile.
A large group of people in elaborate costumes are gathered on a stage around a centrally positioned three-tiered pavilion. The pavilion features upturned eaves and decorative panels, with several individuals standing on its upper platforms. Numerous participants hold props, including parasols, banners, and spears, against a dark background with tall vertical panels.
Tebaldi, Renata - Vocalist - soprano - Violetta -
This monochrome stage set depicts a bedroom with a large, white fabric canopy bed where a person is reclined. A second person sits in a chair to the right near a tall shuttered window, while a small draped table stands on the left. Floor-to-ceiling curtains and a dark fabric swag frame the scene.
Stevens, Risë, 1913- - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Carmen - Has inscription
A person with long, wavy hair and large hoop earrings is positioned leaning forward over a textured wooden surface. They are wearing a dark, off-the-shoulder garment against a plain, light-toned background. Handwritten text and a signature in dark ink are inscribed across the bottom right section.
Moscona, Nicola - Vocalist - bass - - Has inscription
This monochrome portrait shows a person in profile wearing a suit jacket, light-colored shirt, and dark necktie. The person's dark hair is styled back, and their hands are resting together on a surface in front of them. Handwritten blue ink is inscribed across the torso, containing a message to Dr. Charles Perry signed by Nicola Moscona in 1953.
Mitropoulos, Dimitri, 1896-1960 - Conductor - - -
Reverse stamped: Musical director, N. Y. Philharmonic-Symphony
A person with a bald head is shown in profile while looking down at a book of musical scores. They wear a dark, knit sweater over a light-colored collared shirt. The lighting highlights the person's facial features against a neutral, dark background.
Act 1, scene 1a -- Scene and costume design: N. Benois
A black and white theatrical stage set displays large silhouettes of ancient Egyptian figures and columns of hieroglyphs on its backdrop. Numerous performers wearing robes and ornate costumes are distributed across the stage, with some standing on a small platform and others gathered in a large group. The tall background elements frame the performers and cover the height of the visible stage area.
Simon Boccanegra, with Leonard Warren, Richard Tucker, and Mary Curtis-Verna
Tucker, Richard, 1913-1975 - Vocalist - tenor - Gabrielle Adorno -
Curtis-Verna, Maria, 1926- - Vocalist - soprano - Maria
Warren, Leonard, 1911-1960 - Vocalist - baritone - Simon Boccanegra
Could be 1960 production with Mary Curtis-Verna
A theatrical stage set depicts a room with large arched windows and heavy curtains, containing a desk and a small bed. Three individuals in period clothing are arranged across the floor, with one seated at a desk and two others standing. A chandelier hangs from the ceiling over the dimly lit space.
A theatrical production at the Arena di Verona in 1958 features an ornate stage set with multiple domes and arches. Performers in costumes occupy various levels of the structure and the open floor in front of it. The stone seating of the arena frames the brightly lit stage against a dark background.
Miller, Mildred, 1924- - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Siebel - Has inscription
A person is presented in a black and white profile view looking upwards with their arms folded across their chest. They are dressed in a dark-colored coat with broad lapels and a dark cravat over a light-colored high-collared shirt. The name "Mildred Miller" is written in cursive across the lapel on the right side of the frame.
Gieseking, Walter, 1895-1956 - Instrumentalist - piano - - Has inscription
This black and white portrait shows an individual with light skin and a balding head wearing a dark suit and tie. The subject is depicted from the chest up and is positioned against a plain, shaded background. Handwritten cursive text and a signature are visible at the bottom edge of the frame.
Kirsten, Dorothy, 1910-1992 - Vocalist - soprano - Cio-Cio-San - Has inscription
This black and white portrait features a person dressed in traditional-style Japanese attire and makeup. The subject has an elaborate dark updo accented with several long hairpins and tassels, while wearing a white robe. A floral folding fan is held in the foreground, and a blue ink signature appears in the bottom left corner.
Tucker, Richard, 1913-1975 - Vocalist - tenor - Don Jose - Has inscription
A person is shown from the waist up wearing a dark jacket with horizontal stripes, light-colored sleeves, and fringed epaulets. They hold a black crested helmet with one hand and a sword in a scabbard with the other. The background is plain and monochromatic. A blue handwritten signature is visible in the bottom left corner.
Moffo, Anna - Vocalist - soprano - Nannetta - Has inscription
A person stands centrally in a long-sleeved, floor-length gown featuring a full, patterned skirt and a fitted bodice. They are positioned in front of a dark, decorative railing with architectural arches visible in the background. Blue ink handwriting is visible on the lower right portion of the gown's fabric.
The grand facade of a building features a row of Corinthian columns and a triangular pediment above a raised balcony. A person on a ladder leans against the lower section of the building while several vintage cars are parked along the adjacent street. Pedestrians walk near the entrance, and other multi-story buildings line the street in the background.
A wide stage set featuring elaborate classical architecture and several large statues is populated by a large group of people in various historical costumes. Two tall arches with golden eagle sculptures and large tiered chandeliers frame the sides of the stage. In the foreground, an orchestra performs in a pit, while the background shows tiered stone seating characteristic of an ancient amphitheater.
Güden, Hilde - Vocalist - soprano - Euridice -
A person is shown from the side in a black and white portrait, looking upward and to the right. They have short, light-colored hair styled in waves and are draped in layers of sheer, white fabric. The fabric wraps around the torso and shoulders, with a piece extending behind the back of the head.
This theatrical stage set features a person in robes standing before a painted backdrop of a landscape with water and palm trees. Large, porous sculptures resembling trees flank the left and center, while a tall pillar with hieroglyph-like carvings stands on the right. The floor consists of wide, low steps leading toward the background.
Olvis, William - Vocalist - tenor - Malcolm -
A person stands wearing a light-colored tunic that features a chainmail-patterned chest panel and a wide diagonal strap. They hold the hilt of a sword with both hands in front of their body. The sleeves of the garment have horizontal slit details, and the background is dark and textured.
Price, Leontyne - Vocalist - soprano - Thais -
Two individuals wearing elaborate theatrical attire and crowns are positioned on a stage. One person wears a patterned, long-sleeved robe, while the other wears a floor-length gown with a beaded accessory. A light-colored statue of a human figure stands on a pedestal to the left.
Act 2, scene 1a -- Scene and costume design: Zuffi
This stage set features large draped backdrops and people in white costumes. The background contains painted illustrations of stylized figures next to harps, framed by heavy, draped curtains. People are grouped across the stage, with some sitting on the left and others on the right holding portable harps or fabric. A geometric piece of furniture sits in the center.
Siepi, Cesare - Vocalist - bass - King Philippe II - Has inscription
A person is seated against a plain background wearing an elaborate costume consisting of a dark cloak with wide white fur trim and a textured, metallic tunic. The individual has facial hair and is looking toward the side with hands resting on their legs. Handwritten script is visible in the upper left corner of the frame.
Florence (Italy) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
This interior view shows an empty theater featuring multiple tiers of balconies and rows of patterned seating. Ornate carvings and moldings decorate the facades of the boxes and the supporting columns. The ground-floor seating consists of uniform chairs with detailed backrests arranged on a wooden floor.
Ferrier, Kathleen, 1912-1953 - Vocalist - contralto - -
A person with short curly hair looks off to the side against a dark background. The individual wears a light-colored, paisley-patterned off-the-shoulder dress and two strands of pearls. They hold an open book or sheet music in their lap. The name "Kathleen Ferrier" is printed in italics at the base of the image.
Petrella, Clara, 1914-1987 - Vocalist - soprano - Adriana -
A person with short, light-colored hair wears a voluminous black gown decorated with lace and white fabric details. They stand facing away from the camera, turning their head to look over one shoulder towards the background. Behind them, two ornate chairs sit in front of dark, draped curtains under a scalloped canopy.
Cassel, Walter - Vocalist - baritone - Kurvenal -
A person stands against a plain background wearing a costume that includes a horned helmet, dark armor, and a long cloak. One hand holds a sword pointed downwards, while the other supports a large shield decorated with metal studs and dark material. A light source creates a distinct shadow of the person and the horned helmet against the wall.
Nikolaidi, Elena, 1909- - Vocalist - contralto - -
Signed letter from Elena Nikolaidi, accompanies C11_017
This document is a typewritten letter addressed to Dr. Charles D. Perry in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, dated May 21, 1953. The body of the letter apologizes for a delayed response due to being on tour and mentions the inclusion of an autographed photograph. A cursive handwritten signature for Elena Nikolaidi is located above the typed name at the bottom right. The paper displays horizontal fold lines and a light texture throughout.
An expansive stage set featuring a central pagoda and tiered platforms is filled with numerous performers in costume under bright stage lights. In the foreground, an orchestra sits in a pit before the stage, while rows of people line the surrounding amphitheater seating. A dark night sky with a thin crescent moon hangs over the illuminated performance area.
Iurii Fedorovich Faier and Yuri Gregorovich at Bolshoi Ballet rehearsal
Faier, Iurii Fedorovich, 1890-1971 - Conductor - - -
Grigorovich, Yuri Nikolaevich, 1927- - Person (other) - choreographer -
At rehearsal for 'Stone Flower' by Prokofiev, Bolshoi Ballet -- Reverse stamped: Hurok Attractions, NY
A person in a light-colored button-down shirt sits in the foreground, pointing their right arm toward the left. Next to them, a person in a dark suit looks in the same direction. A piano is visible in the background of the indoor space.
Multiple individuals in period dress are arranged across a theatrical stage set featuring a large latticed entryway, a fireplace, and a tall window. A central figure stands in a crouched position near a wooden chair and a table covered with dark fabric. The scene is depicted in black and white with various groups of people positioned around the stage.
Toscanini, Arturo, 1867-1957 - Conductor - - - Has inscription
An individual with white hair and a mustache is shown from the waist up wearing a dark formal suit and bowtie. They hold a thin conducting baton horizontally in one hand while pointing toward the viewer with the other. A cursive signature is overlaid on the lower portion of the suit against a dark background.
Teatro dell'opera (Rome, Italy) - Building - - -
Rome, Italy -- Buildings, structures, etc.
This wide-angle view shows an expansive auditorium with several levels of ornate boxes and galleries wrapping around a central seating area. Rows of ground-floor seats lead back toward a tall, decorated structure in the center of the rear wall. Ornate arches and glowing light fixtures line each balcony level beneath a decorative, rounded ceiling.
Carteri, Rosanna - Vocalist - soprano - - Has inscription
A person with dark hair styled up is shown from the waist up against a dark background. They wear a plaid garment with a white collar and a dark bow at the neck. Text at the bottom identifies the subject as Rosanna Carteri in "Bohème," and a signature is written across the center of the frame.
Stokowski, Leopold, 1882-1971 - Conductor - - - Has inscription
A person is positioned with both arms raised and palms facing outward against a plain background. They wear a dark jacket over a white shirt with a wide collar. A signature is written in dark ink across the person's torso, and a small studio logo appears in the bottom left corner.
Vienna (Austria) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
This grand, black and white corridor features a series of high, vaulted arches with patterned ceilings and murals. Large pillars line one side, topped with robed statues holding spherical light fixtures. Natural light streams through open arches, casting shadows across the tiled walkway toward a decorated wall with a central alcove.
Elmo, Cloe - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Azucena - Has inscription
A sepia-toned portrait shows a person wearing a headscarf decorated with coin-shaped and fan-shaped metallic dangles. The person has long hair and wears multiple thin bangles around their wrist while resting their arm across their body. A blue cursive signature is written over the bottom of the frame.
Newspaper clipping about Heinrich Schlusnus
Schlusnus, Heinrich, 1888-1952 - Vocalist - baritone - -
Newspaper clipping regarding Heinrich Schlusnus
This news clipping contains a column of text detailing the musical history of Heinrich Schlusnus and a 13th-century chapel in Germany. Next to the text is a portrait showing a person with short hair dressed in a suit and tie. The paper is aged with some discoloration and a torn bottom edge.
Sayão, Bidú - Vocalist - soprano - Mimi - Has inscription
A person in a plaid dress with puffy sleeves and a lace-trimmed collar looks upward and to the side. Their hair is arranged in large ringlets adorned with several dark bows. A red ink inscription on the left side is addressed to Dr. Charles J. Perry and signed by Bidu Sayão, dated 1952. Small white text appears in the bottom right corner.
Della Casa, Lisa - Vocalist - soprano - Donna Elvira -
A person wears an elaborate historical costume while looking toward the side in this black and white portrait. A dark lace veil is draped over their head and shoulders, accompanied by a white ruffled collar and pearl jewelry. The outfit consists of a dark patterned dress with voluminous, striped puffed sleeves.
Typescript letter from Frederick C. Kraus on behalf of Elizabeth Rethberg
Rethberg, Elisabeth, 1894- - Vocalist - soprano - -
A typewritten letter on cream-colored paper with horizontal creases is dated June 1, 1950. The text details that an unanswered request for an autograph from 1948 was recently found and is being fulfilled with an enclosed photograph. The bottom of the page includes a signature in purple ink for Mme. Elisabeth Rethberg.
Boston Symphony Orchestra with Charles Munch, conductor
Boston Symphony Orchestra - Ensemble - - -
Munch, Charles, 1891-1968 - Conductor - -
An orchestra is positioned on a stage in front of a large pipe organ consisting of three main vertical pipe sections. Numerous musicians are seated with instruments such as violins, cellos, and harps, while one person stands on a central podium. An audience is partially visible at the bottom of the frame.
Sullivan, Brian, 1919-1969 - Vocalist - tenor - Lohengrin - Has inscription
A person is shown from the waist up wearing a period-style costume with a patterned tunic and chainmail-textured sleeves. They hold a decorated sword scabbard diagonally across their torso with both hands. A signature is written on the right side of the image.
London, George, 1920- - Vocalist - bass-baritone - Baron Scarpia
Three people stand on a stage featuring high-backed, ornate chairs and a central table. One person on the left holds a lit candelabra, while two others are positioned in the center. The background includes a tall, vertically textured wall and a multi-paned window on the right.
This black and white view shows the expansive interior of an ornate theater with several levels of curved balconies. The architectural details include intricate carvings along the balcony railings and a large, decorative domed ceiling with recessed circular motifs. Rows of dark theater seats fill the floor level and the upper tiers, which are illuminated by a series of light fixtures along the edges.
Edelmann, Otto - Vocalist - bass - Hans Sachs -
Franke, Paul, 1920- - Vocalist - tenor - David
A theatrical stage set depicts an interior room with dark wood beams, two large lattice windows, and a small wooden staircase. One person sits behind a cluttered desk on the left side of the stage, while another person stands in the center wearing a light-colored shirt and dark vest. The background includes a globe on a stand and several shelves containing various small items. A label in the bottom right corner reads "SEDGE LE BLANG, N.Y."
Carnegie Hall (New York, N.Y.) - Building - - -
This multi-story masonry building features a series of arched windows across several levels and a prominent corner storefront labeled "CARNEGIE HALL PHARMACY." A decorative stone tower rises above the main structure on the left side, while the street level includes a grand entrance sheltered by three glass-and-metal awnings. Ornate cornices and carvings run horizontally along the facade, separating the different floors.
Monteux, Pierre, 1875-1964 - Conductor - - - Has inscription
A black and white profile of a person from the chest up against a plain background. The person has dark wavy hair and a large light-colored mustache, and they are wearing a dark suit with a tie and a white pocket square. A signature in white ink is visible in the upper right corner of the frame.
Prinzregententheater (Bayerische Staatsoper)
Prinzregententheater Munchen - Building - - -
Munich (Germany) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
A black and white view captures a large crowd of people seated in rows within a formal theater. The attendees wear formal clothing, and several individuals are visible in the upper balcony boxes above the main floor. Classical architectural elements such as columns and decorative moldings line the walls of the venue.
Conley, Eugene, 1908-1981 - Vocalist - tenor - Duke of Mantua - Has inscription
A person is positioned in a studio setting wearing a vertically striped tunic, a large medallion, and a light-colored cape with floral patterns. They hold a scepter with an intricate top in one hand while looking toward the distance. A handwritten signature and a photographer's credit appear on the right side of the frame.
Broilo, Renata - Vocalist - soprano - Gilda -
Gobbi, Tito - Vocalist - baritone - Rigoletto
A theatrical stage set depicts a courtyard surrounded by stone-textured buildings with towers, stairways, and arched entrances. Two figures, one in light clothing and one in dark clothing, sit on a bench in the foreground near a small table and a stylized tree. The lighting is concentrated on the seated figures while the rest of the set remains in shadow.
A large ensemble of performers in elaborate costumes stands on a stage between two tall, decorative pillars. Three ornate ships with masts and sails are centered in the background against a plain backdrop. The performers wear a variety of attire, including long robes and armor with helmets.
A black and white portrait depicts a person in a three-piece suit standing behind a grand piano. Their hands are placed on the edge of the piano while they look off-camera. A handwritten note and signature appear in the upper left corner, and identification text is located at the bottom corners.
Boris Christoff as King Philippe II with Jussi Bjorling as Don Carlos
Christoff, Boris - Vocalist - bass - King Philippe II - Has inscription
Björling, Jussi, 1911-1960 - Vocalist - tenor - Don Carlos
Two people in historical costumes stand together against a plain wall, shaking hands while looking at each other. The person on the left wears a dark, ornate doublet with floral patterns and a ruffled collar, while the person on the right is dressed in a light-colored shirt and dark trousers. A cursive signature is written across the bottom of the black and white scene.
Melchior, Lauritz - Vocalist - tenor - Lohengrin - Has inscription
A person stands wearing a costume that includes a winged helmet and a tunic with a large bird emblem. The attire features chainmail sleeves, a cape, and a belt with a curved horn, while the hands rest on a sword hilt and a shield. Blue cursive text at the bottom margin reads, "To J. Warren Perry with best wishes Lauritz Melchior."