This scene depicts a large gathering of people dressed in period attire on a stage designed with high vaulted ceilings and ornate gothic architecture. Several large framed paintings hang on the walls, and a central arched doorway is positioned beneath a large window. Some individuals are seated at a table on the left side, while the rest are standing in various groupings across the performance space.
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Nilsson, Birgit - Vocalist - soprano - Brunnhilde -
A person stands on a stage wearing a long gown, a mantle, and a tiara. They have their hands positioned in front of them and look toward the side. The scene is illuminated by a directional light that creates high contrast against a dark background.
Hines, Jerome, 1921- - Vocalist - bass - Mephistopheles -
This stage production features a large cast wearing 19th-century attire such as top hats, military uniforms, and long gowns. A person in a dark tuxedo-style suit stands on a small circular platform in the center of the stage. The surrounding individuals are arranged in various positions, some standing upright while others are bent over or seated. The background is dark with thin vertical lines and a few light sources visible at the top.
Peters, Roberta, 1930- - Vocalist - soprano - Gilda - Has inscription
A person is dressed in an elaborate gown featuring puffed sleeves, a ruffled collar, and lines of beaded trim. The individual has dark hair with short bangs and wears a crown of small flowers. They are holding a rose, and an autograph is visible on the right side of the dress.
Arena (Verona, Italy) - Building - - -
Verona, Italy -- Buildings, structures, etc.
Tiered stone rows of an amphitheater curve upward from the foreground toward the top of the frame. Dark metal railings with circular motifs line the edges of the seating levels and stairways. Two figures are visible on the stone rows in the distance, and tall poles with light fixtures stand along the upper perimeter.
Walter, Bruno, 1876-1962 - Conductor - - -
A person with short hair is shown in profile wearing a collared shirt, a bowtie, and a herringbone jacket. The individual is looking toward the right side of the frame against a dark background. Focused lighting highlights the side of the face, showing details of the hair and clothing patterns.
Ortica, Mario - Vocalist - tenor - Radames - Has inscription
A person stands on a stage set wearing a fringed tunic, a patterned cape, and lace-up sandals. They wear a decorative collar and a headpiece, and their hand rests on the hilt of a sword sheathed at their side. The background consists of dark, stone-like structures and steps, and a handwritten name is visible at the bottom of the black and white scene.
Corena, Fernando - Vocalist - bass - Leporello -
Peters, Roberta, 1930- - Vocalist - soprano - Zerlina
Uppman, Theodor, 1920- - Vocalist - baritone - Masetto
Leporello (l.), Zerlina (m.), Mazetto (next to Zerlina)
Performers dressed in period clothing stand on a stage framed by stone-like architectural set pieces. A painted backdrop depicts a city with several spired towers and a large cloud in the sky. The scene includes an individual holding a decorated pole with garlands and various people positioned in groups across the stage floor.
Anna Maria Canali as Meg Page in Falstaff
Canali, Anna Maria - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Meg Page - Has inscription
This waist-up portrait features a person dressed in a historical gown with a wide white collar and long sleeves. They wear a large, basket-weave style headdress with sheer fabric draped around the face and shoulders. The person is positioned against a neutral background and holds a paper document with both hands.
Leinsdorf, Erich, 1912- - Conductor - - - Has inscription
A black and white portrait features a person with a receding hairline wearing a dark suit jacket, a white collared shirt, and a patterned necktie. The individual's arms are crossed and rest upon a stack of musical scores. Handwritten cursive text and a signature are located in the bottom white margin.
Gobbi, Tito - Vocalist - baritone - Falstaff - Has inscription
A person in heavy theatrical makeup and a period costume sits in a wooden chair against the backdrop of a stage set. The central figure wears a voluminous tunic, a wide belt, light-colored sleeves, and cuffed boots while leaning back in a chair with curved legs. Another person in costume sits at a table in the background near a large window with multiple small glass panes.
A black and white portrait shows a person from the chest up wearing a dark suit, waistcoat, and bow tie. The individual has dark hair slicked back and looks toward the side with their arms crossed, revealing a wristwatch. A light pocket square is visible in the jacket pocket against a plain gradient background.
This black and white portrait features a person from the chest up wearing a patterned blazer, striped shirt, and dark necktie. Their hands are clasped together in the foreground, showing a wristwatch on one wrist. A photographer's signature is in the lower left corner and a set of numbers appears in the lower right against a plain background.
Steber, Eleanor - Vocalist - soprano - Tosca -
A person is shown from the waist up in elaborate formal wear, including a crown, necklace, and bracelet. They are wearing an embroidered gown and a light-colored fur wrap with dark spots, with one hand resting on their chest. The individual is looking off to the side against a plain background.
Liebl, Karl - Vocalist - tenor - Tristan -
Nilsson, Birgit - Vocalist - soprano - Isolde
A theatrical set in black and white features several tall structures with towers, stairs, and archways. Two figures in dark robes are seated on a low platform near a thin, branched tree to the left. A painted backdrop behind the set shows a cloudy sky and a celestial diagram with a moon and stars. The scene is framed by the dark top and bottom edges of a stage.
A group of people wearing robes, capes, and varied headwear are positioned across a stage with stylized set pieces. A tall castle facade with pointed arches stands on the left, and a rock-like structure is visible on the right. Figures in the center are shown in various poses, including one holding a staff and others leaning forward, all within a monochrome setting.
Grosses Festspielhaus (Salzburg, Austria) - Building - - -
Salzburg (Austria) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
This monochrome view shows a theater auditorium from a high vantage point looking toward a stage with a dark, closed curtain. Rows of seats are arranged on the main floor and on two levels of balconies along the side walls. A large decorative circular medallion is centered on the ceiling above the seating area.
Forti, Carmen Fiorella - Vocalist - soprano - -
Prandelli, Giacinto, 1916- - Vocalist - tenor
The stage is set for Charpentier's opera "Louise" with a painted backdrop of Paris and the Eiffel Tower. Two people stand in the center of the stage between a building facade on the left and a wooden scaffolding structure on the right. Below the stage, the silhouettes of an audience are visible.
Svanholm, Set - Vocalist - tenor - Siegfried -
A person with curly hair stands against a neutral, mottled background wearing a sleeveless, knee-length tunic made of rough material. They hold a dark sword in one hand, angling the blade across their chest. A handwritten message and signature in blue ink are inscribed over the person's body, including the date 1951.
Taddei, Giuseppe - Vocalist - baritone - Iago - Has inscription
A person is depicted from the chest up in a theatrical costume featuring a tall, dark hat with a jeweled brooch and a feather. They wear a dark coat with elaborate metallic trim over a light-colored, embroidered garment. A handwritten signature in blue ink is located in the upper right corner.
Maria Caniglia as Leonora in Il Trovatore
Caniglia, Maria - Vocalist - soprano - Leonora - Has inscription
A person stands in a floor-length, light-colored hooded garment with a veil and a long trailing train. A signature in blue ink is written diagonally across the top left. Text at the bottom identifies the subject as Maria Caniglia in the role of Leonora for a production at Teatro alla Scala.
Paul Franke as Panatellas in La Perichole
Franke, Paul, 1920- - Vocalist - tenor - Panatellas -
A black and white portrait features a person dressed in a theatrical costume against a plain background. The attire includes a hat topped with large white plumes and a velvet jacket decorated with intricate scrollwork embroidery. The person wears white gloves and has dark, wavy hair with sideburns, looking toward the side of the frame.
Vienna (Austria) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
An ornate architectural structure with multiple arches and statues stands prominently in a city center. In the foreground, three trams are parked on the street where numerous people walk and gather. A vintage automobile is visible on the left side of the frame, and a tall spire can be seen in the distance.
Carelli, Gabor - Vocalist - tenor - Gastone de Letorieres -
This is a black and white studio portrait of a person from the waist up. The individual wears a dark jacket over a white shirt featuring ruffles at the neck and cuffs, accessorized with a small brooch. They look away from the camera while holding a ruffled cloth between their hands.
Horowitz, Vladimir, 1903-1989 - Instrumentalist - piano - - Has inscription
This black and white studio portrait features a person dressed in a dark suit, a white dress shirt, and a tie with a repeating pattern. The individual has dark hair styled back and is looking toward the camera against a plain, light background. A handwritten signature in blue ink and the year 1948 are visible on the right side of the composition.
Biggs, E. Power (Edward Power), 1906-1977 - Instrumentalist - organ - -
A person with short hair slicked back is shown from the chest up against a neutral background. The individual wears a dark pinstripe suit jacket, a light-colored collared shirt, and a dark necktie. Text along the bottom margin identifies the subject as E. Power Biggs and mentions Columbia Records.
Giulietta Simionato as Aida with Mario Del Monaco as Radames and conductor Fausto Cleva
Simionato, Giulietta - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Aida - Has inscription
Del Monaco, Mario, 1915- - Vocalist - tenor - Radames
Fausto Cleva, conductor -- Backstage photo
Three individuals stand in a narrow hallway with wood-paneled walls and flooring. The person on the left wears an ornate gown and crown, the person in the center wears a tuxedo with a white vest, and the person on the right wears a patterned tunic and tall sandals. A signature in blue ink is written across the middle of the scene.
Tito Gobbi as Figaro with Giulietta Simionato as Rosina
Gobbi, Tito - Vocalist - baritone - Figaro (Barbiere di Siviglia) - Has inscription
Simionato, Giulietta - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Rosina - Has Inscription
Two people stand on a stage set wearing elaborate period clothing, including a tiered dress and a jacket with a wide collar. To their right is an ornate armchair, and behind them is a backdrop depicting a balcony and arched window frames. The bottom margin features two handwritten signatures.
Tebaldi, Renata - Vocalist - soprano - Amelia Grimaldi - Has inscription
A black and white portrait features a person in an elaborate gown with puffed sleeves and a full skirt, wearing a jeweled headpiece with an attached lace veil. The person is posed with hands clasped at the chest against a neutral, light-colored background. Blue handwritten ink is scrawled across the middle and lower portion of the figure, including the names Renata Tebaldi and Simon Boccanegra with the year 1960.
This black and white scene captures an outdoor performance featuring a large ensemble of people in period dress. The stage is flanked by elaborate structures with tiered roofs and arched entrances, while some performers stand in formation holding long poles. An orchestra pit with illuminated music stands is visible in the bottom-left foreground, and the background consists of tiered stone seating in the darkness.
Gigli, Beniamino, 1890-1957 - Vocalist - tenor - Nemorino - Has inscription
A person stands in a full-body pose wearing a dark jacket with light-colored piping, a matching vest, knee-length breeches, and buckled shoes. They hold a small piece of paper in their hands while looking toward the side. The background features handwritten blue ink text and a studio signature in the lower right corner.
Dorati, Antal - Conductor - - - Has inscription
Signed: 1954 -- Reverse: Conductor, Minneapolis Symphony Orchestra
A person stands wearing a dark suit jacket, white shirt, and white tie. They hold a thin white baton in one hand, extending it horizontally to the right. Handwritten text in blue ink is visible at the bottom edge of the frame.
Conley, Eugene, 1908-1981 - Vocalist - tenor - - Has inscription
A black and white portrait features a person wearing a seventeenth-century style doublet with a prominent white collar and several leather straps across the chest. The individual has a thin mustache and slicked-back hair, and they are holding a wide-brimmed hat adorned with dark feathers. The top right corner contains a handwritten inscription in blue ink, while a small signature appears in the bottom right corner.
Ormandy, Eugene, 1899-1985 - Conductor - - -
A person leads an orchestra in a large auditorium with tiers of vacant seats in the background. The person in the foreground wears a light-colored button-down shirt and has their arms extended in a conducting gesture while facing a music stand. Other musicians with instruments are visible in the mid-ground behind the conductor.
Tozzi, Giorgio - Vocalist - bass - Calkas - Has inscription
This black and white scene features a person in a floor-length dark robe with a hood standing on light-colored stone steps. The individual has dark facial contours and arched eyebrows, with arms extended outward and palms facing down. Large stone pillars stand in the background, and cursive script is written on the bottom-left corner.
Cleva, Fausto - Conductor - - - Has inscription
A person wearing a dark suit jacket, patterned bowtie, and white pocket square is shown from the chest up against a shaded background. The person looks toward the right with arms crossed, and a handwritten signature is positioned in the top right corner. A small studio mark is located in the bottom right corner.
Onégin, Sigrid, 1889-1943 - Vocalist - contralto - -
A person with short, wavy hair is shown in a black and white studio portrait from the chest up. They are turned slightly to the side while looking toward the viewer with the corners of their mouth slightly upturned. The person wears a dark top with a lace-patterned overlay on the shoulder and a long, dark teardrop earring. Small, stylized text is visible in the upper right corner of the dark background.
Stern, Isaac, 1920- - Instrumentalist - violin - -
Biography of Isaac Stern from magazine or promotional material
This informational layout includes a photograph of a person in a suit holding a violin and bow. The name Isaac Stern is written in large red script beside columns of text detailing the subject's musical background and personal life. A bold headline at the top describes the subject as a brilliant American-produced violinist.
Prinzregententheater (Bayerische Staatsoper)
Prinzregententheater Munchen - Building - - -
Munich (Germany) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
The interior of a theater features a high, intricately painted ceiling with a bright chandelier as a central focus. Below the ceiling, fluted columns separate several levels of balconies and loges overlooking an audience seated in rows on the main floor. The walls are adorned with various moldings and decorative panels, while many of the seats are occupied by individuals.
Thomas, Theodore, 1835-1905 - Conductor - - -
A person with light hair and a mustache stands in profile against a plain background. They wear a long, dark-colored coat and trousers while resting one hand on a music stand containing papers. The other hand is extended forward holding a thin baton above the stand.
Information about La Salle de Theatre et de L'Opera de Monte-Carlo.
Multiple paragraphs of black, typewritten French text appear on a light, textured background. The text outlines the architectural history and interior decoration of the Monte Carlo theater and opera house. It lists specific paintings, sculptures, and details regarding the building's inauguration in 1879.
Elisabeth Schwarzkopf as Fiordiligi with Nan Merriman as Dorabella
Schwarzkopf, Elisabeth - Vocalist - soprano - Fiordiligi - Has inscription
Merriman, Nan - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Dorabella - Has inscription
Two people wearing matching elaborate period-style ballgowns and white powdered wigs stand under a stone archway with dark curtains. The gowns feature intricate embroidery and patterns, and both individuals wear ornate necklaces and hairpieces. Cursive signatures are written across the foreground over the individuals' skirts, and a serial number is printed in the bottom left corner.
Elisabeth Schwarzkopf as the Marschallin
Schwarzkopf, Elisabeth - Vocalist - soprano - Marschallin - Has inscription
A black and white portrait features a person in an 18th-century style gown with intricate embroidery and ruffled trimmings. The person wears a high, powdered wig decorated with feathers and an ornate jeweled necklace. They hold a large white feather fan, and a signature in dark ink is written across the lower portion of the frame.
Tebaldi, Renata - Vocalist - soprano - Fedora Romanov -
A person with an upswept hairstyle wears a long dress with patterned vertical panels. They are seated on a chair with their eyes closed and one hand resting over their chest. The setting includes white wicker furniture and a small table arranged on a stage.
Pobbe, Marcella - Vocalist - soprano - Elsa -
This theatrical scene features a crowded stage set designed as a medieval fortress with high walls, towers, and a central arched gateway. Figures in robes, tunics, and period headpieces are arranged across the floor and on steps leading to the surrounding structures. Some individuals in the background hold long pikes while others at the front wear lighter-colored, more elaborate garments.
Scovotti, Jeanette - Vocalist - soprano -
Act 2 (l. to r.): Scovotti, Schmorr, Gobbi, Tebaldi -- Lovro von Matacic, conductor
Multiple people dressed in late 19th-century style costumes are arranged across a theater stage. A large beaded chandelier hangs from the ceiling above the performers, and the background features heavy curtains and a staircase. One individual in a dark, floor-length gown stands near an armchair in the foreground while others stand in groups across the set.
Senofsky, Berl, 1925- - Instrumentalist - violin - - Has inscription
A person wearing a dark suit and white bowtie holds a violin and bow in a playing position. The black and white portrait features handwritten blue ink in the upper left corner that reads "With best wishes, Berl Dec 11, 1956 Senofsky". The subject looks down at the instrument against a plain background with a soft shadow cast behind them.
Grainger, Percy, 1881-1961 - Composer - - - Has inscription
A person with thick, wavy hair is shown from the shoulders up, looking toward the left side of the frame. They are dressed in a dark suit jacket, a light-colored collared shirt, and a tie. The bottom left corner contains handwritten cursive text ending with the signature "Percy Grainger".
Margherita Roberti with Boris Christoff, Tito Gobbi, Richard Tucker, Giulietta Simionato, Franco Ventriglia, and Antonio Votto
Roberti, Margherita - Vocalist - - Elisabeth de Valois -
Christoff, Boris - Vocalist - bass - King Philippe II
Gobbi, Tito - Vocalist - baritone - Don Rodrigo
Simionato, Giulietta - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Eboli
Tucker, Richard, 1913-1975 - Vocalist - tenor - Don Carlos
Seven individuals stand in a group, with some wearing elaborate period costumes including ruffs and capes, while others are in formal suits. A person in the center holds a small white cake with four lit candles and has pursed lips as they face the cake. The others look toward the person with the cake, with some having open mouths or smiles.
Conductor Paul Paray rehearsing the Detroit Symphony Orchestra
Paray, Paul, 1886- - Conductor - - - Has inscription
A conductor stands on a stage facing a seated orchestra, gesturing with raised hands. The black and white scene includes music stands and instruments, with a large harp positioned on the left side. Stage lights are visible at the top of the frame, and handwritten script appears on the floor in the lower-left area.
Hurley, Laurel - Vocalist - soprano - Mimi - Has inscription
Reverse stamped: Dolores Heyward Artist Management
This black and white portrait displays a person from the waist up in a patterned dress with lace detailing on the collar and cuffs. The person's gaze is directed downward toward a table where their hands rest near a small candle holder. A handwritten inscription in blue ink is visible on the right side of the frame.
Kostelanetz, Andre, 1901- - Conductor - - - Has inscription
A black and white portrait shows a person with light eyes and short hair against a dark background. The individual wears a white collared shirt and a dark tie with white polka dots. Handwritten text and the signature "Andre Kostelanetz" are located in the bottom left corner, while a hand is visible in the lower right foreground.
Giuseppe Di Stefano as Canio with Tito Gobbi as Tonio
Di Stefano, Giuseppe, 1921- - Vocalist - tenor - Canio - Has inscription
Gobbi, Tito - Vocalist - baritone - Tonio - Has inscription
Three people in clown and stage attire are positioned on a stage containing wooden barrels and stools. One person wears a polka-dot suit, another wears a diamond-patterned top with striped stockings, and a third is kneeling in a dark vest and wide light-colored pants. A large blue ink signature is written across the lower portion of the scene.
Ferrier, Kathleen, 1912-1953 - Vocalist - contralto - -
A person with short, dark, wavy hair is shown from the shoulders up, looking upward and to the side. They wear a dark blazer over a light-colored shirt with vertical stripes and a small button at the neck. A photographer's signature and an identification number are visible in the bottom left corner.
This monochromatic scene depicts an expansive outdoor stage set for the opera Turandot within a large stone amphitheater. The set includes multiple tiers decorated with numerous trees, lanterns, and central pagoda-style structures. An orchestra is seated in a pit in the foreground, while several figures in costume stand on the brightly lit stage.
A black and white view depicts a vast audience filling the tiered seating and central floor of an amphitheater at night. An illuminated stage at the far end contains elaborate building facades and numerous figures in costume. Text in the top right corner identifies the location as the Arena di Verona and the event as the 1957 opera season.
Amara, Lucine - Vocalist - soprano - Nedda -
A person stands with one hand on their hip, looking toward the side. They wear a wide-brimmed hat with a large feather and an off-the-shoulder top with flared sleeves. This black and white scene features a plain background.
Rossi-Lemeni, Nicola, 1920- - Vocalist - bass - Boris Godunov - Has inscription
A person sits in a patterned, fur-lined robe featuring a large standing collar and dark floral designs. Their face is marked with heavy stage makeup and a gray beard, and they hold a piece of fabric in one hand while resting the other on a chair arm. A signature in blue ink is visible diagonally across the front of the costume.
Piazza San Marco (Venice, Italy) - Building - - -
Venice (Italy) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
A vast outdoor square is filled with dense rows of seated people facing a large stage area. Classical buildings with arched facades and decorative rooftop elements border the square on two visible sides. The scene is captured from an elevated perspective under artificial lighting.
Agenzia Fotografica Industriale (Venice, Italy)
Festspielhaus (Bayreuth, Germany) - Building - - -
Bayreuth (Germany) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
A grand, multi-tiered building stands centrally in a landscape of grass and mature trees. The front section features a classical stone entrance with columns, arched windows, and a central pediment. Behind this, a wide, semi-circular structure with a timber-framed exterior supports a large, sloped roof. A tall, gabled brick structure rises at the rear of the complex under a bright sky with scattered clouds.
Giulietta Simionato in Handel's Giulio Cesare
Simionato, Giulietta - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - - Has inscription
A person wearing a detailed theatrical costume with a fringed skirt and a tiara-like headpiece stands on stone steps. The outfit features contrasting light and dark fabrics, intricate embroidery, and full sleeves. A large, textured pillar and plain backdrop are visible behind the figure, and cursive blue handwriting is visible across the center.
A person in a light-colored button-down shirt and trousers stands behind a music stand with sheet music. They have both arms extended outward at different heights with their head tilted back and eyes closed. This black-and-white scene features a dark, solid background.
A person wearing an elaborate period costume and a multi-colored turban-style headpiece stands in front of a painted landscape backdrop. They are dressed in a layered tunic with a high collar, gloves, a buckled belt, and a pouch hanging from the waist. In one gloved hand, they hold a single long-stemmed rose. High-contrast lighting casts a shadow on the backdrop behind the figure.
MacNeil, Cornell, 1922- - Vocalist - baritone - Tonio -
A person wearing a ruffled clown suit decorated with dark crescent shapes stands before a large, textured curtain. The individual has an open mouth and holds a pointed hat in one hand while extending the other arm outward. This black and white scene features a dark foreground surface with a small circular fixture.
Mitropoulos, Dimitri, 1896-1960 - Conductor - - -
Reverse labeled: Guest conductor, Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra
This close-up, black and white portrait shows a bald person looking forward against a plain, light background. The individual wears a dark suit jacket over a white collared shirt and a dark tie. Detailed skin texture is visible under bright lighting, and a small alphanumeric code appears in the bottom left corner.
Louisville Orchestra, Robert Whitney conductor
A group of musicians in formal attire is arranged across a stage in front of a light-colored curtain. A conductor stands on a central podium directing the ensemble, which includes various stringed and brass instruments. A decorative architectural column is visible on the right side of the stage.
Schippers, Thomas - Conductor - - - Has inscription
Reverse: guest conductor, Cleveland Orchestra
A person stands behind a music stand with both arms raised and hands positioned forward in this black and white scene. The individual wears a light-colored shirt and dark trousers, and a cursive signature is written over the dark background. A small monitor displaying a face and a microphone are also visible.
Stiedry, Fritz - Conductor - - - Has inscription
This black and white portrait depicts a person with short hair and glasses wearing a pinstriped suit and a polka-dot bow tie. The individual is looking off-camera toward the right side of the frame. Handwritten text in blue ink is visible at the top, and a photographer's credit is printed in the bottom right corner.
Farrell, Eileen, 1920-2002 - Vocalist - soprano - Medee - Has inscription
A person wearing a dark, floor-length gown with a lighter fabric drape over their shoulder stands in a studio setting. Their hair is styled in short waves, and they look upward while standing with their hands held together at their waist. The background is solid and dark, and handwritten and printed text are visible in the corners of the frame.
Raimondi, Gianni - Vocalist - tenor - Lord Riccardo Percy -
Rossi-Lemeni, Nicola, 1920- - Vocalist - bass - Enrico VIII
Act 1, scene 2a, Design: Nicola Benois, Director: Visconti
The stage features large painted backdrops of stone buildings with crenelated towers, arched gateways, and detailed windows. Several people dressed in historical garments like tunics and doublets are positioned across the courtyard, some standing and others sitting on steps. A dark, decorative curtain frames the top and sides of the performance area.
Warren, Leonard, 1911-1960 - Vocalist - baritone - Carlo Gerard -
This scene displays many people in period attire positioned across a dimly lit stage. Several individuals gather around a long central table, while others stand on elevated platforms or hold a flag. A large rectangular window with a grid of panes is centered high on the back wall between two vertical banners.
Uhde, Hermann, 1914-1965 - Vocalist - bass - Wotan -
A person with a full beard and mustache is depicted in a black and white portrait against a dark background. Strong lighting from the left highlights one side of the face and leaves the other in deep shadow. The person's light-colored, wavy hair is styled with a long lock falling over their forehead. The base of the frame shows a textured garment under a dark jacket.
A theatrical stage features a large group of people dressed in various long robes and head coverings. The background consists of tall panels marked with script-like symbols and large pieces of draped fabric. Several people are kneeling on the stage floor while others stand in groups. Decorative elements, including a menorah and stylized circular symbols, are attached to the side panels.
Varnay, Astrid - Vocalist - soprano - Elektra - Has inscription
A black and white portrait captures a person with long dark wavy hair looking toward the upper right. The individual is draped in a dark fabric, with white handwritten text and the signature "Astrid Varnay" inscribed across the lower left portion. A small label at the bottom left corner reads "Elektra 1452."
Teatro comunale di Firenze - Building - - -
Florence (Italy) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
This black and white view shows the interior of an expansive auditorium from the perspective of the stage. The lower level features rows of empty seats, while multiple curved tiers and colonnaded galleries wrap around the perimeter. A large, rectangular skylight is set into the center of the curved ceiling.
Marchal, André, 1894- - Instrumentalist - organ - - Has inscription
A person wearing a pinstriped suit sits at a pipe organ console featuring four manuals and numerous stop knobs. Behind the person, a large array of vertical metallic pipes of varying heights is arranged against a grid-patterned wall. A cursive signature is written in dark ink on the left side of the organ's white keyboard housing.
Erede, Alberto - Conductor - - - Has inscription
A person with dark slicked-back hair wears a white collared shirt, dark tie, and dark suit jacket. Their head is tilted slightly and their gaze is directed at a blurred object at the bottom of the frame. A blue ink signature appears in the bottom right corner against a neutral background.
Della Casa, Lisa - Vocalist - soprano - Countess Almaviva -
A person stands in a three-quarter view wearing a patterned, floor-length gown with wide, layered sleeves and a long train. The individual has hair styled in an updo with hair ornaments and wears a long, beaded necklace and earrings. The background is a plain studio wall with dramatic lighting casting a shadow to the right.
Simionato, Giulietta - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Cenerentola - Has inscription
A large group of performers in historical costumes is positioned on a tiered theatrical stage. A central figure in a long gown and crown stands before an arched lattice backdrop, while other groups of people in period attire stand to the sides. The scene is framed by large fabric swags at the top and tall decorative pillars on both sides.
Ludwig, Christa - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - - Has inscription
A person with short dark hair is depicted from the waist up in a historical costume including a long coat, a vest, and a ruffled cravat. The coat features prominent round buttons along the lapels and large cuffs with ruffles visible at the wrists. A handwritten signature appears in the top right corner, and a studio emblem is located in the bottom right.
Minneapolis Symphony, Antal Dorati conductor
Minneapolis Symphony Orchestra - Ensemble - - -
Reverse stamped: Don Berg (photographer ?)
A large orchestra and a conductor on a podium occupy a stage surrounded by high walls. The musicians are seated in rows with instruments such as violins, cellos, harps, and double basses. All individuals are dressed in dark formal suits and the scene is illuminated by lights from above.
Elias, Rosalind - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Suzuki -
A person is posed in a studio setting wearing a kimono, a wide patterned obi, and a high-styled updo held by a pin. Their face features stylized makeup with winged eyeliner and dark lipstick. The individual stands with their hands held near their left cheek against a plain background.
Typed thank you note from Malcolm Sargent
Sargent, Malcolm, Sir, 1895-1967 - Conductor - - -
This typed document on beige stationery originates from a London address belonging to Sir Malcolm Sargent. The text expresses appreciation for a previous letter and mentions the enclosure of a photograph. A cursive signature in dark blue ink is positioned at the bottom of the page. The paper is affixed to a yellow surface with multiple strips of translucent tape.
Milhaud, Darius, 1892-1974 - Composer - - - Has inscription
This black and white portrait features a person from the shoulders up against a plain, light-colored background. The person has dark, wavy hair and wears a dark suit jacket over a pinstriped shirt and a dark necktie. A signature is visible in the lower-left corner of the frame.
Tosca, Act III, Execution of Cavaradossi
Tebaldi, Renata - Vocalist - soprano - Tosca - Has inscription
Tucker, Richard, 1913-1975 - Vocalist - tenor - CavaradossiHas inscription
This monochrome scene depicts a stage set representing a stone rooftop with a distant city skyline in the background. Several individuals in historical military attire are positioned on the left and center, pointing rifles toward a person dressed in light-colored clothing who stands with one arm raised. A large statue of a winged angel stands on a tall, tiered pedestal overlooking the scene. Two handwritten signatures are visible in the upper-left corner of the frame.
Barlow, Howard - Conductor - - - Has inscription
A person is shown from the waist up wearing a dark suit jacket, a patterned tie, and a white pocket square. They are seated against a black background and hold a pair of glasses in one hand. The top right corner features a cursive signature that reads "Howard Barlow" above the date "27 Dec 1951".
Tito Gobbi, Giulietta Simionato, Maria Caniglia, and Renata Tebaldi in Falstaff
Gobbi, Tito - Vocalist - baritone - Falstaff -
Caniglia, Maria - Vocalist - soprano - Meg Page
Tebaldi, Renata - Vocalist - soprano - Alice Ford
Simionato, Giulietta - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Dame Quickly
Four individuals in theatrical costumes are positioned against a dark background. A seated person in the center wears a dark tunic and wide belt while holding a small bowl. Standing around them are three others wearing garments such as a large peaked hat and a long gown with a veiled headpiece. One of the standing individuals points toward the bowl.
A large stone building with arched entrances and decorative lunettes is positioned directly next to a body of water, which reflects the structure. Multiple people wearing dark uniforms and caps stand along a narrow walkway and within the doorways under an ornate metal canopy. The facade features detailed stonework, including barred windows and a relief carving of a winged lion on the corner.
Leontyne Price, Dorothy Kirsten, and Sylvia Stahlman in The Carmelites
Price, Leontyne - Vocalist - soprano - Mme. Lidoine - Has inscription
Kirsten, Dorothy, 1910-1992 - Vocalist - soprano - Blanche
Stahlman, Sylvia - Vocalist - soprano - Sister Constance
A black and white scene features four people wearing traditional nun habits consisting of veils and long robes. One person is seated in a dark wooden chair in the foreground with their mouth open, while three others stand behind them in a staggered arrangement. Handwritten signatures are visible on the left and right sides of the frame against a backdrop that includes a column.
Kungliga Teatern (Stockholm, Sweden) - Building - - -
Stockholm (Sweden) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
The interior of a theater is shown from the perspective of the stage, featuring an orchestra level and three curved balconies. Classical columns and arches support the highest tier, beneath a brightly lit ceiling. Ornate decorative moldings line the balcony edges, and rows of seating fill each level of the darkened auditorium.
Warren, Leonard, 1911-1960 - Vocalist - baritone - Tonio -
A person in theatrical makeup and a costume poses against a light, plain background. They wear a tall white hat decorated with black ribbons and long, curved feathers, along with a dark top covered in large white polka dots. One hand is held against the chest while the other is raised with the palm facing forward and fingers spread apart.
This black and white scene shows a group of people dressed in tunics and robes gathered on an outdoor set featuring classical architecture. A wide set of stairs leads up to a stone structure consisting of two columns and a pediment that frames a central statue. Smoke drifts across the right side of the foreground, where individuals hold long, torch-like objects. In the dark background, a hillside covered with trees rises above the structures and the crowd.
Pons, Lily, 1898-1976 - Vocalist - soprano - Lakme - Has inscription
A person stands in a studio setting wearing a reflective, patterned garment draped over their head and one shoulder. They are adorned with large earrings and elaborate hand jewelry, with one hand raised and the other resting on their hip. A signature in blue ink appears on the right side of the person, and a serial number is visible in the bottom right corner.
Harshaw, Margaret - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Isolde - Has inscription
Hines, Jerome, 1921- - Vocalist - bass - King Marke - Has inscription
Svanholm, Set - Vocalist - tenor - Tristan - Has inscription
A black and white theatrical set features a large tree surrounded by tiered, stone-like platforms. Various figures in robes and armor are situated across the stage, with some standing on different levels and others on the floor. Handwritten signatures are inscribed across the top and bottom of the scene.
Moffo, Anna - Vocalist - soprano - Violetta -
A person stands in a voluminous ball gown featuring multiple layers of ruffles and floral patterns. They hold a small glass in a gloved hand, with their other hand resting on the side of the wide skirt. A dark shadow of the person's profile and arm is projected onto the plain wall in the background.
Bori, Lucrezia, 1887-1960 - Vocalist - soprano - Manon (Manon) - Has inscription
A person is centered in a sepia-toned portrait wearing a detailed gown adorned with floral accents and lace-trimmed sleeves. The individual holds a long strand of pearls and has light-colored hair styled with a small flower accessory. A handwritten inscription and signature in blue ink are visible across the bottom half of the portrait.
Schuricht, Carl, 1880-1967 - Conductor - - - Has inscription
A person is shown from the chest up, holding a thin baton with both hands in front of a decorated interior. The individual wears a dark jacket, a white shirt, and a dark bowtie with light-colored dots. Handwritten blue text in the top left corner reads "Carl Schuricht Dec 56," and the number "842-3" is printed in the bottom right corner.
Menuhin, Yehudi, 1916- - Instrumentalist - violin - - Has inscription
This black and white portrait features a person with short, side-parted hair looking down towards the scroll of a violin. A handwritten signature is visible on the left side of the frame, and the lighting creates strong shadows. The person is dressed in a dark suit jacket and white shirt.
San Zeno Maggiore (Church : Verona, Italy) - Building - - -
An outdoor orchestral performance takes place at night before a large seated audience. The musicians and conductor are positioned on a brightly lit stage in front of a tall, striped stone tower and an adjacent building with horizontal masonry patterns. The spectators fill the lower half of the frame, seated in rows that lead toward the stage.
Thebom, Blanche - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Octavian - Has inscription
A person stands in profile wearing a highly detailed 18th-century style costume with a long coat, ruffles, breeches, and buckled heels. One hand is raised while the other holds a long, thin sword, with one foot resting on a raised platform. The person wears a white powdered wig tied with a dark bow at the back. A blue cursive signature is written vertically on the left side of the scene.