Munsel, Patrice, 1925- - Vocalist - soprano - - Has inscription
A person with shoulder-length, dark hair looks forward while holding a bouquet of white hyacinths. The background consists of a wall hanging or scroll containing ancient musical staff lines and text. There is blue ink cursive writing across the lower half of the subject.
State University of New York at Buffalo. Music Library
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Votipka, Thelma - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - -
Initialed, handwritten note from Thelma Votipka
A handwritten note in cursive script appears on pink, textured paper. The text reads, "Thank you for making it so easy for me to do this. The only request for an autograph that I have ever had that was reasonable. Best Wishes to You T.V." The writing is in a dark grey color and the paper has a fibrous appearance.
Borg, Kim - Vocalist - bass - Count Almaviva (Nozze di Figaro) -
Davidson, Lawrence, baritone - Vocalist - baritone - Antonio
Della Casa, Lisa - Vocalist - soprano - Countess Almaviva
Miller, Mildred, 1924- - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Cherubino
Siepi, Cesare - Vocalist - bass - Figaro (Nozze di Figaro)
Söderström, Elisabeth, 1927- - Vocalist - soprano - Susanna (Nozze di Figaro)
Act 3, scene 1 (l. to r.): Countess, Count, Susanna, Figaro, Cherubino, Antonio
Performers wearing elaborate 18th-century attire are positioned across a stage set featuring a grand hall with decorative columns and arched windows. Several individuals in voluminous skirts and formal coats are gathered to the right and center, while one figure is seated on the left side of the stage. This black and white scene is lit to highlight the stage against a dark background and foreground.
Stich-Randall, Teresa, 1927-2007 - Vocalist - soprano - - Has inscription
A black and white portrait features a person with light-colored wavy hair and a sheer veil over their head. The person is posed with hands near their chest and is looking toward the right. Handwritten text in blue ink across the bottom reads "Teresa Stich-Randall," and a note above it says, "For Warren Perry, Best wishes."
Bergonzi, Carlo - Vocalist - tenor - Turiddu -
Elias, Rosalind - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Lola
This black and white scene shows several individuals in historical attire arranged across a stage in front of a stone building. In the center, a person in a dark suit stands facing another person wearing an elaborate white gown and veil. The background features a stone structure with a draped banner marked with "IHS" and additional people in traditional clothing watching the central figures.
Kondrashin, Kirill Petrovich, 1914- - Conductor - - - Has inscription
A person in formal attire stands on a wooden podium in a concert hall, holding a baton and facing toward the right. Behind the individual, several orchestra members sit behind music stands, and a microphone with WQXR lettering stands nearby. A blue handwritten signature is visible in the upper left corner.
Description of Henry and Edsel Ford Auditorium
Henry and Edsel Ford Auditorium (Detroit, Mich.) - Building - - -
Detroit (Mich.) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
Design and construction information for the Henry and Edsel Ford Auditorium in Detroit.
This document provides technical and historical information about the Henry and Edsel Ford Auditorium, listing the architectural firms and its geographic location. It details the construction costs, materials used like Swedish Blue Pearl granite, and a timeline of construction beginning in 1953. The text further describes the building's interior features, including seating capacities, an AEolian-Skinner organ, and sculptural decorations by Marshall Fredericks.
Tebaldi, Renata - Vocalist - soprano - Tosca -
A person wears a large feathered hat, a velvet jacket with ruffled sleeves, and a long dress while holding a leash. A small poodle sits beside them, and a bouquet of flowers is visible against a dark paneled wall in the background. Text at the bottom identifies the performer as Renata Tebaldi in "Tosca" at Teatro alla Scala.
Rose, Leonard - Instrumentalist - violoncello - - Has inscription
This black and white portrait depicts a person in a suit and bow tie playing a cello. The individual holds a bow across the strings while their other hand is positioned on the instrument's neck. A handwritten message to Dr. Warren Perry signed by Leonard Rose appears on the left side, and a studio mark is visible in the bottom right corner.
XIV Maggio Musical -- Gustav Grundgens, producer
A person in a formal gown stands centrally on a low platform flanked by two wooden chairs. The background features three large arched openings set into stone-patterned walls decorated with heraldic shields and climbing leafless branches. Tall columns with additional arched openings frame the sides of the theatrical stage in this black and white scene.
Hines, Jerome, 1921- - Vocalist - bass - Grand Inquisitor -
Siepi, Cesare - Vocalist - bass - King Philippe II
This theatrical stage set displays two figures amidst a dark, atmospheric background for Act III, Scene I. One person sits at a table draped in fabric next to a pair of candles, while another person stands to the right near an empty chair. A large crucifix and an arched frame are visible on the right wall, while a stone pillar stands on the left.
Wildermann, William - Vocalist - bass - Alvise Badoero - Has inscription
This studio portrait shows a person in a historical costume consisting of a high ruff collar and a velvet garment with decorative zigzag patterns. The individual has wavy grey hair, a mustache, and a pointed beard while wearing several heavy ornamental chains and medallions. Blue handwritten text and a signature appear on the left side of the composition.
Royal Opera House (London, England) - Building - - -
London (England) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
This high-ceilinged room features detailed architectural moldings and a large central chandelier hanging over a patterned carpet. A wide staircase with dark handrails ascends on the left, while the right side contains several small tables and chairs. Arched windows and wall-mounted light fixtures line the sides of the hall, and a piano is located near the stairs.
Moffo, Anna - Vocalist - soprano - Violetta -
A person wearing an off-the-shoulder gown, opera-length gloves, and ornate jewelry is shown in a black and white portrait. Small white flowers are pinned to their hair and the shoulders of the dress. One hand is raised holding a champagne coupe, and the other hand is placed on their hip.
Björling, Sigurd - Vocalist - baritone - Boris Godunov -
A person wearing elaborate, patterned robes sits in an ornate, studded chair with one hand on their chest and the other on the armrest. They have a beard and look toward the upper right with an open mouth. A tall candle on a stand and a decorated stone archway are visible in the background.
Ibarrondo, Lydia - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - - Has inscription
A person with dark hair styled in prominent curls is shown in a black and white portrait. They wear small earrings and a dark, off-the-shoulder garment against a plain background. Hand-written cursive text and a signature are located in the lower left and center of the frame.
Pons, Lily, 1898-1976 - Vocalist - soprano - Lucia - Has inscription
This black and white studio portrait shows a person with long, light-colored hair styled in waves. The individual is wearing an off-the-shoulder gown with puffy sleeves and holds a dark piece of fabric that hangs down on both sides. A handwritten autograph in black ink is visible across the center of the gown, and a studio mark is positioned in the bottom left corner.
Clipping about Philadelphia Academy of Music
Academy of Music (Philadelphia, Pa.) - Building - - -
Philadelphia (Pa.) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
Newspaper clipping describing 100th anniversary celebration of the Philadelphia Academy of Music
This newspaper clipping reports on the 100th anniversary celebration of the Philadelphia Academy of Music. The article is organized into four columns of text detailing a concert, a gala ball, and the prominent figures in attendance. The main headline is printed in large, bold, capitalized letters, with the year 1957 written by hand above the second line.
Harshaw, Margaret - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Elisabeth - Has inscription
A person is shown from the chest up wearing a crown with vertical leaf-like points and flowing robes. Their hands are held together in front of their chest while they look upward. An autograph and a photography studio mark are visible on the right side.
Civic Opera House (Chicago, Ill.) - Building - - -
Chicago (Ill.) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
A tall skyscraper with multiple setbacks stands against a dark sky, illuminated by interior lights and upward-shining spotlights. The building features a repetitive vertical pattern of windows and decorative architectural details at the rooflines. At ground level, rows of vintage automobiles and crowds of people are visible in front of the entrance.
Chicago Architectural Photographing Company
Corena, Fernando - Vocalist - bass - Bartolo (Barbiere di Siviglia) -
Siepi, Cesare - Vocalist - bass - Don Basilio (Barbiere di Siviglia)
A black-and-white theatrical performance features two individuals in costume on a stage with stone-like walls and a metal gate in the background. One person wears a long black garment with a clerical collar and stands with their arms raised. The other person sits wearing an elaborate white wig and a decorative patterned robe over dark trousers.
Elsie Morison as Susanna in The Marriage of Figaro
Morison, Elsie - Vocalist - soprano - Susanna (Nozze di Figaro) -
A person wearing a full-length, light-colored dress with long sleeves and a multi-layered skirt stands on a patterned floor against a plain wall. The dress is decorated with dark bows on the neckline and sleeves, and the person's dark hair is styled up with a small bow. The individual holds the skirt's fabric outward while facing toward the upper right of the frame in this black and white scene.
Piazza San Marco (Venice, Italy) - Building - - -
Venice (Italy) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
A vast outdoor plaza is occupied by a large crowd of people seated in orderly rows during the night. The square is bordered on one side by a long building featuring multiple tiers of arches and on the far side by an ornate cathedral with large domes. Several tall light poles are positioned within the square, illuminating the scene.
Agenzia Fotografica Industriale (Venice, Italy)
Walter, Bruno, 1876-1962 - Conductor - - - Has inscription
This black and white portrait shows a person with short grey hair looking off-camera. The individual wears a dark suit and a patterned necktie. Hand-written text in blue ink appears on the left side, dated December 1951 and signed by Bruno Walter.
West, Christopher - Person (other) - director/producer - -
A person in a dark suit jacket, a striped collared shirt, and a solid-colored tie looks off-camera in a black and white portrait. The individual has slicked-back hair and a white pocket square tucked into their jacket pocket. The background consists of a mural or large-scale depiction of a classical building with pillars and windows.
Licia Albanese as Liu with Eugene Tobin as Calaf
Albanese, Licia - Vocalist - soprano - Liu -
Tobin, Eugene - Vocalist - tenor - CalafHas inscription
A person wearing an elaborate tunic, turban, and boots stands on a stage next to another person who is kneeling. The kneeling person wears a long robe and a head covering, with their hands held near their face. Both individuals are dressed in detailed attire against a dark background with simple structures. A signature is located in the lower-left portion of the scene.
Simionato, Giulietta - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Mignon -
A person with dark curly hair is kneeling on one knee while holding a small stringed instrument. They wear a light-colored blouse with ruffled sleeves, a dark skirt, a beaded necklace, and several bracelets. The person is barefoot on a patterned surface against a dark, solid background. A signature in cursive is written vertically on the right side.
Giannini, Dusolina, 1902-1986 - Vocalist - soprano - - Has inscription
A person with dark hair parted in the middle and tied back sits on a light-colored upholstered sofa. They wear a light-toned, long-sleeved dress featuring metallic, leaf-shaped accents along the neckline and cuffs. Blue cursive handwriting and the date 1-4-1949 are written across the bottom of the portrait.
Stock, Frederick, 1872-1942 - Conductor/Instrumentalist - violin - -
A person with light-colored hair and a mustache faces forward against a plain, light-colored background. The individual wears a suit jacket over a collared shirt and a striped necktie. A small signature is visible in the bottom right corner.
Tagliavini, Ferruccio, 1913- - Vocalist - tenor - Des Grieux (Manon) -
A person wearing a white wig, puffy-sleeved shirt, dark vest, and tall boots stands beside a decorative fireplace. They hold a paper in one hand and lean against the mantel, which supports a large mirror with a carved frame. The setting consists of plain walls and a dark floor.
Milanov, Zinka - Vocalist - soprano - Tosca - Has inscription
This black and white portrait shows a person looking off-camera while wearing a jeweled tiara and large dangling earrings. The subject is dressed in an ornate, patterned garment with a large feather plume held in the foreground. A cursive signature is written across the lower portion of the subject.
Swarthout, Gladys, 1904- - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Carmen - Has inscription
A person wearing a dark fringed shawl, multiple necklaces, and a floral headpiece holds a large fan. The subject stands against a plain wall with a sharp shadow cast behind them. Handwritten text in blue ink across the bottom of the frame is dated September 1951.
Curzi, Cesare - Vocalist - tenor - Pong -
Fried, Howard - Vocalist - tenor - Altoum
Rysanek, Leonie - Vocalist - soprano - Turandot
Tobin, Eugene - Vocalist - tenor - Calaf - Has inscription
Calaf (l. foreground), Altoum (seated, throne), Pong (seated center stairs), Turandot.
Performers in ornate costumes stand on a set of wide stairs in a theatrical production. A central figure in a decorated tunic and hat stands in the foreground, while others in long robes and elaborate headpieces are positioned around the stage. In the background, a large dragon motif is visible on a panel behind a seated figure on an elevated platform.
This black and white portrait features a person wearing a dark formal suit jacket, a white wing-collared shirt, and a white bow tie. The person has dark, slicked-back hair and is wearing round-rimmed glasses while looking directly forward. Strong studio lighting highlights one side of the face against a plain, light-toned background.
Martial Singher as Pelleas (painting by Wayman Adams)
Singher, Martial - Vocalist - baritone - Pelleas -
This monochromatic painting depicts a person standing in a tunic and tights against a dark, textured background. The figure's mouth is open, with one hand raised near the face and the other positioned near the waist. A blue signature is visible across the bottom of the scene.
Hines, Jerome, 1921- - Vocalist - bass - Colline - Has inscription
This black and white portrait features a person with light skin and wavy hair looking upward while holding an open book. They are wearing a dark, patterned plaid cloak over a dark necktie and jacket. Handwritten text is visible in the upper left corner, and a photographer's mark is in the bottom right corner.
Edinburgh International Festival - Festival - - -
Edinburgh Festival - Opening Ceremony at St. Ciches(?) Cathedral
A procession of individuals in formal robes with wide collars and various styles of hats moves across a cobblestone area. They are approaching a building with intricate stone carvings and statues set into the facade above an arched entrance. Uniformed personnel stand positioned near the entrance and along the sidewalk as the group walks by.
Stevens, Risë, 1913- - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Dalila -
Vinay, Ramon - Vocalist - tenor/baritone - Samson
Act 2, Samson meets Dalila in her garden
This theatrical production features two individuals in costume standing on a stage floor. One person wears a voluminous dark skirt and a long light-colored veil, while the other wears a tunic and headband. The background set consists of two wide staircases leading to a raised platform with an urn, and a low bench with pillows sits nearby.
Gobbi, Tito - Vocalist - baritone - Wozzeck - Has inscription
A person stands wearing a dark buttoned jacket, a belt with a buckle, trousers, and knee-high boots. They hold a cap in their left hand while looking upward and toward the side. A blue ink signature is written vertically along the right side of the frame against a plain background.
Rankin, Nell - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Amneris -
A person is dressed in an elaborate headpiece, jewelry, and a dark gown while reclining behind a young leopard. The cub lies on a dark, circular, tufted cushion in front of the person. The scene is set against a plain backdrop with a spotlight effect and a photographer's watermark in the lower right corner.
De Sabata, Victor, 1892-1967 - Conductor - - - Has inscription
This black and white profile portrait shows a person with light-colored hair resting their chin on their hand. The individual wears a light jacket and tie, while dramatic lighting emphasizes the facial features and hand. Blue handwritten text and a signature are visible across the bottom half of the frame.
Campora, Giuseppe - Vocalist - tenor - Cavaradossi - Has inscription
A person in historical clothing sits at a desk looking downward while holding a quill pen. The desk holds two inkwells and a lit candle in a coiled wire holder. Handwritten ink text appears across the center, and printed text at the bottom identifies the subject as Giuseppe Campora in a performance of "Tosca".
Brownlee, John, 1901-1969 - Vocalist - baritone - - Has inscription
A person with short, light hair is shown from the waist up wearing a checkered blazer, a white collared shirt, and a dark striped tie. They lean their right arm on a dark flat surface with their hands clasped together. Handwritten blue text appears in the upper right corner, and a white signature is visible at the bottom left.
Barioni, Daniele, 1930- - Vocalist - tenor - Rodolfo - Has inscription
A person with dark hair and facial hair sits at a desk, looking upward and away from the camera. They wear a dark jacket with velvet lapels and a large bow tie while holding a white quill pen over a blank sheet. A lit candle in a holder and a wrapped bottle are on the desk, and handwritten text is inscribed on the right side.
A grand masonry building features a facade with tall, arched windows and a central pediment inscribed with "1857 AMERICAN ACADEMY OF MUSIC." A long canopy extends over the ground-floor entrances, which are flanked by theatrical posters and signs. Four vintage mid-century automobiles are parked in a row along the street in the foreground.
Kapell, William, 1922-1953 - Instrumentalist - piano - - Has inscription
This black and white portrait features a person with dark, wavy hair wearing a herringbone-patterned suit jacket, white shirt, and striped tie. The individual leans their arms on a white surface while looking toward the side against a neutral background. The top left corner contains the handwritten words "Best wishes William Kapell" in cursive.
Teatro comunale dell'opera (Genoa, Italy) - Building - - -
Genoa (Italy) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
This interior view shows an expansive, unoccupied auditorium from the perspective of the stage. The main floor features two large sections of seating separated by a central aisle that leads toward an arched doorway. A balcony level wraps around the back and sides of the room, while tall vertical drapes hang from the upper walls. The ceiling displays a grid-like pattern, and lights are visible behind the curtains.
Mitropoulos, Dimitri, 1896-1960 - Conductor - - - Has inscription
A person sits in an armchair against a dark backdrop, wearing a suit, tie, and pocket square. They hold a large sheet of musical notation in front of them while holding a cigarette in their other hand. A signature and a serial number are visible at the bottom left corner.
Stahlman, Sylvia - Vocalist - soprano - Oscar - Has inscription
A person stands in a studio setting wearing a costume consisting of a trimmed doublet, ribboned breeches, and buckled shoes. The costume includes a wide collar and a cape draped over the shoulders. Handwritten cursive in blue ink across the bottom of the frame provides a dedication and signature.
Goldberg, Szymon, 1909- - Instrumentalist - violin - -
Reverse stamped: Saturday Oct 9, 1948 -- Annie Friedberg, NY
A person in a dark suit holds a violin under their chin while drawing a bow across the strings. This sepia-toned portrait shows the individual against a neutral background with their hair combed back. Text in the bottom right corner reads "PARTICAM PICTURES AMSTERDAM."
Particam Pictures (Amsterdam, Netherlands)
Rigal, Delia - Vocalist - soprano - Elisabeth de Valois - Has inscription
A person wears a period-style dress with a high, white lace collar and matching white lace cuffs on the sleeves. The gown features a fitted bodice and a voluminous skirt with a vertical row of dark, decorative ornaments down the center. To the left is a door with a sign, and to the right is a tall, heavy curtain. Handwriting is inscribed across the lower right portion of the skirt.
Farrell, Eileen, 1920-2002 - Vocalist - soprano - Alcestis - Has inscription
This black and white studio portrait shows a person in an ornate costume consisting of a jeweled tiara, a brooch on the shoulder, and thick bracelets. The individual has styled, light-colored hair and wears metallic, pleated fabric draped across their body. A blue handwritten inscription and signature are visible on the right side of the frame, and a studio mark appears in the bottom corner.
A person with dark hair and a mustache wearing rimless glasses is shown from the chest up. They are wearing a patterned suit jacket and have their hands clasped beneath their chin, revealing a ring on one finger. The background is dark and solid, and a signature is visible in the bottom right corner.
An elaborate theatrical production is staged within a tiered stone amphitheater at night. The set features neoclassical architectural elements, including statues, arches, and columns across multiple levels. Costumed figures stand on the lit stage, while an orchestra is visible in the darkened foreground below the platform.
Arena (Verona, Italy) - Building - - -
A black and white view shows a large-scale stage production set inside an ancient Roman amphitheater. The set includes multi-story building facades, stairs, and arched doorways with many people gathered in the central space and on the surrounding tiers. Text in the upper right corner identifies the scene as being from the 1957 opera season at the Arena di Verona.
Warren, Leonard, 1911-1960 - Vocalist - baritone - Rigoletto -
A person in a theatrical costume features a dark, patterned robe and a crown with numerous points ending in small spheres. Their face has a goatee, the mouth is open, and both hands are raised with the fingers splayed in front of the chest. The background is a plain, light color, and a watermark is visible in the bottom right corner.
Serafin, Tullio, 1878-1968 - Conductor - - - Has inscription
A black and white portrait shows a person with light hair looking down. The person is dressed in a dark suit with a white pocket square, a collared shirt, and a striped tie. Handwritten text and signatures are visible at the bottom and along the right edge.
Cincinnati Summer Opera Pavillion - Building - - -
Cincinnati (Ohio) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
A large building is partially visible behind a dense cluster of trees on the edge of a body of water. A weeping willow tree stands centrally in the foreground near the bank, its long branches reaching toward the surface. The surrounding trees and building are reflected in the dark water, while leafy branches frame the top of the composition.
New York Philharmonic, Bruno Walter conductor, Edinburgh Festival Chorus
New York Philharmonic - Ensemble - - -
Walter, Bruno, 1876-1962 - Conductor - -
Edinburgh Festival Chorus - Ensemble - - -
This black and white view from an elevated perspective shows a large musical ensemble on stage before an audience. A tiered choir is positioned at the back of the stage beneath a massive pipe organ, and a full orchestra occupies the front area with a conductor on a podium. The hall features tall walls with decorative molding and flags positioned on either side of the stage.
Der Ring des Nibelungen. Das Rheingold, final act
Hotter, Hans - Vocalist - bass-baritone - Wotan -
Sullivan, Brian, 1919-1969 - Vocalist - tenor - Froh
Ernster, Dezsö, 1898-1981 - Vocalist - bass - Fafner
Harshaw, Margaret - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Fricka
Hines, Jerome, 1921- - Vocalist - bass - Fasolt
Novotna, Jarmila, 1907- - Vocalist - soprano - Freia
Hawkins, Osie - Vocalist - baritone - Donner
Cast from 1/25/51: Novotna, Sullivan, Hawkins, Hotter, Harshaw, Ernster, Hines
This black and white scene features six people positioned on a theatrical stage with rocky, angular set pieces. Some figures wear long capes or tunics and hold objects such as staffs and a hammer. A backdrop displays a large silhouette of a castle on a hill under a hazy sky.
Szell, George, 1897-1970 - Conductor - - -
Reverse: Guest conductor, Philharmonic-Symphony, New York
This black and white portrait features a person from the shoulders up, looking toward the left. The individual wears dark, circular eyeglasses and has short hair. Their hands are clasped together beneath their chin, and they are dressed in a suit jacket over a collared shirt and tie.
Lewis, Richard, 1914- - Vocalist - tenor - Troilus - Has inscription
A person wearing a patterned tunic, draped robe, and metallic armbands stands before a set of stone steps and pillars. One hand is held up in a gesture while the other rests on a hip near a sword hilt. A handwritten signature in blue ink reads "Best Wishes Richard Lewis" over the person's legs.
Boris Christoff as Boris Godunov with Rosalind Nadell as Feodora
Christoff, Boris - Vocalist - bass - Boris Godunov -
Nadell, Rosalind - Vocalist - soprano - Feodor
A black and white scene features two people kneeling on a stage against a dark background. The individual on the right wears a heavily patterned, high-collared robe and has their head tilted upward with an open mouth. To the left, a person in a white, voluminous shirt looks toward the center of the stage. Behind them sits a carved wooden chair, and a set of stone steps rises on the far right.
Siepi, Cesare - Vocalist - bass - King Philippe II - Has inscription
A person wearing a dark doublet, white collar, and dark tights sits in a high-backed wooden chair with their legs extended. The person has dark facial hair and a large pendant on their chest, looking toward the right side of the frame. Handwritten text in blue ink is visible on the background wall, and the floor features a patterned rug.
Ormandy, Eugene, 1899-1985 - Conductor - - - Has inscription
Reverse: Conductor, Philadelphia Orchestra
A person in a button-down shirt stands at a music stand with their left arm raised above their head. In the foreground, handwritten text on sheet music reads, "With best wishes, Eugene Ormandy." Several other people are seated in the background on a dark stage.
Barbieri, Fedora - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Azucena - Has inscription
A person with dark, wavy hair and hoop earrings is depicted in a studio setting against a plain background. They wear a long necklace composed of multiple metal discs and a heavy robe with geometric border patterns. A signature is visible in the lower-left corner, and a photographer's mark appears in the lower-right.
Cerquetti, Anita - Vocalist - soprano - Abigail -
A person wearing a high-collared cape and an ornate crown stands in profile on a stage with their arms crossed. They are dressed in a long, light-colored gown underneath the dark cape, which pools on the floor. Behind the figure, a painted backdrop shows a tall, slender silhouette of a plant or tree against a textured background.
Grob-Prandl, Gertrude - Vocalist - soprano - Turandot -
A large ensemble of performers in costumes occupies a tiered stage featuring three multi-tiered architectural structures. The central structure sits atop a set of broad stairs, flanked by two larger towers and a row of vertical banners in the background. People are positioned in formations along the base of the platform, on the stairs, and within the structures.
Baccaloni, Salvatore, 1900-1969 - Vocalist - bass - Bartolo (Nozze di Figaro) -
Performers in 18th-century period attire are positioned on a multi-leveled stage featuring a backdrop of an architectural estate and narrow, tall trees. On the lower level, one person in a voluminous dress stands while another person kneels beside them, and a separate pair stands together on the right. Additional people stand on an elevated stone-like platform behind a low wall, which also includes a wooden bench and potted shrubs.
Toscanini, Arturo, 1867-1957 - Conductor - - - Has inscription
A person with white hair and a mustache is shown from the waist up, wearing a dark suit and bowtie. They hold a long, thin baton with one hand at the base while the other hand is near the chest, with the tip of the baton positioned near the face. The background consists of light-colored vertical curtains, and a red handwritten signature is located at the bottom.
Concertgebouw (Amsterdam, Netherlands) - Building - - -
Amsterdam (Netherlands) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
This black and white scene shows the neoclassical facade of the Concertgebouw building at night, featuring a large sculpted pediment and four tall columns. The lower entrance level is brightly lit, showcasing multiple arches where several people stand near a row of parked vintage cars. Large arched windows and the name "CONCERT-GEBOUW" are visible on the upper levels of the facade.
This black and white view depicts an outdoor performance area situated between two massive, crumbling stone pillars. A group of people stands on a brightly lit stage against a plain white backdrop, while a dense crowd of spectators fills the foreground in the darkness. The ancient stone structures are illuminated from below, framing the brightly lit center stage under a dark sky.
Kanasawa, Tomiko - Vocalist - soprano - Cio-Cio-San - Has inscription
A person stands in a studio setting wearing a kimono decorated with floral patterns and a large bird. One hand holds an open parasol over their shoulder while the other hand is raised slightly. Their hair is arranged in a complex style with various pins and ornaments. A handwritten signature appears on the right side of the scene.
Güden, Hilde - Vocalist - soprano - Rosalinde -
A black and white portrait features a person in formal attire holding an open folding fan. The individual has an elaborate updo adorned with a tiara and wears a matching ornate necklace and earrings. They are wearing an off-the-shoulder dress with ruffled trim against a plain background.
Amara, Lucine - Vocalist - soprano - Tatyana -
Elias, Rosalind - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Olga
A group of people wearing historical-style clothing stands on a stage set that resembles the front of a wooden house with a porch and columns. Some individuals are seated on the porch or steps, while others stand nearby, and a few carry agricultural tools like pitchforks and shovels. Part of the stage rigging and lighting is visible on the right side of the scene.
This black and white scene depicts a large-scale stage production with a tiered set including a sphinx at the top and multiple staircases. Numerous performers in costumes are stationed across the various levels of the stage and seating areas, while an orchestra sits in a pit in the foreground. Text along the bottom margin identifies the location as the Arena di Verona during the 1958 opera season.
A large group of performers in historical attire is positioned across a multi-level stage set with textured stone walls and stairs. Several individuals are seated on the steps and floor, while others stand on an upper platform near a large rectangular doorway. A single person stands in the center of the lower stage area, and another person lies on the ground to the right.
Svanholm, Set - Vocalist - tenor - Siegfried -
This black and white portrait features a person from the shoulders up, tilted slightly back and looking toward the upper right. They have short, dark, wavy hair and wear a coarse, one-shouldered garment made of animal fur. Their mouth is partially open, revealing teeth, while the background remains a soft, indistinct blur.
Della Casa, Lisa - Vocalist - soprano - Countess Almaviva -
A black and white portrait features a person wearing an elaborate historical gown and jewelry. The person has light-colored hair styled in a textured updo and wears a pearl necklace with a teardrop pendant and matching earrings. The dress includes an off-the-shoulder neckline with draped fabric, a floral accent on the bodice, and voluminous ruffled cuffs.
Steber, Eleanor - Vocalist - soprano - Manon (Manon) - Has inscription
A person is shown from the waist up in a monochromatic portrait wearing an elaborate gown with floral embroidery and a wide neckline. They are adorned with a jeweled necklace, matching earrings, and several bracelets while holding a metallic scepter diagonally across their torso. A dark handwritten signature is visible over the lower portion of the costume.
Warren, Leonard, 1911-1960 - Vocalist - baritone - Don Carlo di Vargas - Has inscription
This black and white portrait displays a person in period costume, wearing a high-collared garment with a wide sash draped over one shoulder. The person has a pointed mustache and a square goatee, with their hair styled in a short crop. A signature is written in cursive on the right side, and a gloved hand is visible at the lower right corner.
Barbieri, Fedora - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Eboli -
Björling, Jussi, 1911-1960 - Vocalist - tenor - Don Carlos
Merrill, Robert, 1917- - Vocalist - baritone - Don Rodrigo
Three people in historical-style costumes are positioned on a stage against a dark backdrop featuring large, shadowy, cone-shaped forms. A figure on the left wears a long, flowing cloak, while the other two stand in tunics and hosiery. The stage floor is brightly lit, creating a high contrast with the dark, textured background.
Harshaw, Margaret - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Ortrud - Has inscription
Attached note: appearance will be Nov. 20 (which does not match Met schedule)
This black and white studio portrait features a person wearing an elaborate crown and a heavy, stone-set necklace. The individual is dressed in a dark gown with embroidered patterns and fur trim, and their hands are clasped near their chest. There is handwritten text in the upper left corner and a small photographer signature in the lower right corner.
Merriman, Nan - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Dorabella - Has inscription
This black and white portrait features a person dressed in an ornate gown with wide sleeves and a floral-patterned bodice. Their dark hair is styled with a decorative floral element on one side and a long curl resting on their shoulder. Blue ink handwriting is written across the center of the person, who is positioned in front of a white framed door or window.
Lewisohn Stadium (New York, N.Y.) - Building - - -
New York (N.Y.) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
A black and white scene depicts a massive crowd of people seated in an outdoor amphitheater at night. To the right, a stage area features hanging curtains and equipment. In the background, large stone buildings and a white colonnade are visible behind the seating area. Thousands of people fill the rows of chairs and bleachers illuminated by artificial lighting.
Rossi-Lemeni, Nicola, 1920- - Vocalist - bass - Enrico VIII -
A person in elaborate historical dress stands before a large, ornate mirror. The individual wears a feathered cap, a jeweled garment, and a fur-lined robe with large, segmented sleeves. One hand rests on a hip, while the other is near a decorative hilt at the waist. The rectangular mirror has a carved frame and shows the person's reflection from a front-facing perspective.
Berlin Philharmonic with Herbert von Karajan, conductor
Berliner Philharmoniker - Ensemble - - -
Reverse stamped: Allied Arts Corp., Chicago
A full orchestra is arranged on a wooden stage, with musicians in formal dark clothing playing string, brass, and woodwind instruments. A conductor stands on a raised platform at the far right, facing the ensemble. Large curtains serve as a backdrop behind the performers, and a harp is positioned on the left side of the stage.
Barbieri, Fedora - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Medee -
A person wearing a long, light-colored dress with black geometric designs and a dark, floor-length hooded cloak stands in the center of a stage. The person's head is tilted upward and turned toward the left side of the frame. The stage floor features painted geometric lines, and white skeletal furniture stands in the dark background.
A person with short hair is shown from the waist up in a black and white portrait. They wear a pinstripe three-piece suit over a collared shirt and tie while looking down at a sheet of paper held in their hands. The words "Foto Waga" are written in the bottom left corner of the frame.
Schlusnus, Heinrich, 1888-1952 - Vocalist - baritone - - Has inscription
A sepia-toned portrait features a person with dark hair slicked back, looking towards the right side of the frame. They are wearing a suit jacket, a collared shirt, and a patterned necktie. The name Heinrich Schlusnus is printed at the bottom, and a signature is handwritten across the lower right of the suit jacket.
Gerspach, A. (Neustadt a. d. Haardt, Germany)
Beecham, Thomas, Sir, 1879-1961 - Conductor - - - Has inscription
Reverse: Guest conductor with Philadelphia Orchestra, Jan.-Feb. 1956
A person with white hair and a goatee sits in a chair, shown from a side profile. They wear a light-colored double-breasted suit and hold a cigar in one hand. A handwritten signature is located in the bottom right corner.
Royal Albert Hall (London, England) - Building - - -
The circular exterior of the Royal Albert Hall is shown in black and white, featuring a glass and metal dome and an ornamental mosaic frieze. A large memorial monument stands in front of the building at the top of a grand staircase flanked by balustrades and lamp posts. A person in a long coat stands in the lower right foreground, and another individual walks across the landing above the stairs.
This outdoor scene features a large, white architectural structure modeled after a medieval castle with various towers, staircases, and battlements. Several flags fly from the spires and walls, and an arched entryway is located at the base. Rows of seating face the structure from the bottom left, while trees and a hillside building occupy the background.
A black and white sketch shows a person from the chest up, positioned in a profile view facing left. The individual has short, receding hair and is dressed in a suit jacket, collared shirt, and necktie. The drawing includes detailed shading on the face and neck, with a signature and date reading "R. Hall '53" at the bottom right.
The interior of a grand theater features several rows of upholstered chairs separated by a central aisle and directed toward a large stage. A painted backdrop on the stage portrays a harbor scene with multiple people and sailing vessels. The walls and ceiling are adorned with intricate architectural elements and several tiers of seating boxes.
Alvary, Lorenzo, 1909- - Vocalist - bass - Tristan Mickleford -
Angeles, Victoria de los - Vocalist - soprano - Martha
Elias, Rosalind - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Nancy
Tozzi, Giorgio - Vocalist - bass - Plunkett
Tucker, Richard, 1913-1975 - Vocalist - tenor - Lionel
L. to r.: Plunkett, Lionel, Martha, Nancy, Tristran
A black and white stage setting features four people seated in a wooden wagon and a fifth person standing beside it. Those in the wagon wear floral patterned dresses and coats, with one individual holding a hat in the air. The person standing to the right wears a light-colored coat and a wide-brimmed hat. A theatrical set depicting a brick building and a banner with a stag emblem forms the background.
Uppman, Theodor, 1920- - Vocalist - baritone - Papageno - Has inscription
A person in a layered serrated leaf tunic and pointed headpiece stands before a neutral backdrop. They hold a staff with a net at its peak and a wire frame with five small bells. To the right, a large cone-shaped woven structure sits on a simple frame.
Schwarzkopf, Elisabeth - Vocalist - soprano - Alice Ford - Has inscription
A person wears a long-sleeved gown featuring a wide white collar and decorative studs along the sleeves. They are adorned with a beaded necklace and a ruffled headpiece. A handwritten signature in blue ink is visible across the center of the clothing against a background of dark curtains.
Munsel, Patrice, 1925- - Vocalist - soprano - Perichole - Has inscription
Ritchard, Cyril, 1897-1977 - Vocalist - baritone - Don Andres Viceroy of PeruHas inscription
Uppman, Theodor, 1920- - Vocalist - baritone - Paquillo - Has inscription
Act 1: The Viceroy officiates at the marriage of two tipsy street-singers
A cast of performers stands on a theatrical stage during a production, with some individuals held aloft by others. The group wears diverse costumes including formal gowns, military-style uniforms, and clown attire. Pennant flags hang across the top of the scene in front of a backdrop depicting stylized buildings. Handwritten signatures are visible along the bottom edge.
A black and white portrait shows a person from the shoulders up against a dark, out-of-focus background. The person has dark hair with a side part and is wearing a dark suit jacket over a white collared shirt and a striped tie. The person's face is illuminated, and they are looking directly forward.