Several large, cylindrical pillars with etched symbols stand across a stage in a black and white scene. Multiple figures in pale robes are positioned around the area, with some kneeling or gesturing with raised arms. To the right, a dense group stands behind a low, carved platform, while a single person in a darker robe occupies the center space.
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Thorborg, Kerstin, 1896-1970 - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Orfeo - Has inscription
A person wearing a headband and a dark robe with metallic details sits in profile. They hold a stringed instrument resembling a lyre with their hands positioned on the strings and frame. A handwritten signature is located in the lower right corner.
A black and white theatrical set shows a large wooden ship tilted among jagged ground formations on the left. Beside the ship stands a multi-level skeletal structure made of wooden beams with various ropes hanging from the top and a staircase on its side. Two people dressed in detailed period costumes stand at the center foreground against a plain, light-colored backdrop.
A multi-level stage features ancient Egyptian-themed set pieces, including a large sculpted head and stone pillars under a dark sky. Figures in light-colored costumes are positioned across various stone steps and platforms. A large orchestra is visible in a brightly lit pit at the front of the stage.
Nilsson, Birgit - Vocalist - soprano - -
A person stands on the stairs of an airplane wearing a large fur coat, a dark hat, and gloves. One gloved hand is raised in the air with the palm facing forward, while the other hand holds a dark handbag. The fuselage of the aircraft is visible in the background, featuring a large capital letter "M" near the windows. This black and white scene shows the individual smiling while positioned between the white handrails of the stairs.
Teatro comunale di Firenze - Building - - -
Florence (Italy) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
A black and white view from behind a stage overlooks an empty auditorium and orchestra pit. Numerous stage lights and metal trusses hang from the ceiling above the stage opening. Below the stage, an orchestra pit with music stands and chairs precedes a large floor of tiered seating and several curved balconies.
Performers dressed in various robes, conical hats, and feathered headpieces are positioned on wide stone steps and a main stage area. A multi-tiered pagoda with curved roofs stands as the central backdrop, illuminated against a dark background. Several individuals hold decorative umbrellas and parasols while others gather in groups across the performance space.
Opera national de Paris Palais Garnier - Building - - -
Paris (France) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
The ornate facade of the Palais Garnier stands prominently in the background, featuring classical columns, statues, and a central dome. In the foreground, vintage cars and a motorcycle with a sidecar occupy the street. A person in a dark uniform and cap stands in the bottom right corner facing away from the camera.
French Government Tourist Office, (New York, N.Y.)
Lehmann, Lotte - Vocalist - soprano - Mimi - Has inscription
A person with hair styled in an updo leans on a flat surface with their hands clasped together. They wear a garment with wide lace-patterned sleeves and a pearl necklace. Blue handwritten script at the top includes a personal message, a signature, and the date 1948.
Royal Opera House (Valletta, Malta) - Building - - -
The heavily damaged remains of the Royal Opera House in Malta are shown with its neoclassical stone facade and columns partially intact. A skeletal metal frame is visible where the roof once stood over the hollowed-out interior. Several dark vintage cars are parked along the street in front of the rubble and stone walls.
Siepi, Cesare - Vocalist - bass - Figaro (Nozze di Figaro) -
A person with dark curly hair and sideburns wears an elaborate period costume consisting of a jacket with metallic-looking trim and a ruffled collar. One hand is raised with the index finger pointing up against a neutral, light-colored background. A handwritten signature is visible in the upper left, and small text is printed in the bottom right corner.
Merrill, Robert, 1917- - Vocalist - baritone - Rigoletto -
Tucker, Richard, 1913-1975 - Vocalist - tenor - Duke of Mantua
An ensemble of people in period attire stands on a stage featuring a set with five pedimented doorways and a coffered ceiling. On the right side of the stage, several individuals are gathered around a table near a large, ornate fireplace. The performers wear a variety of tunics, hosiery, and headwear, positioned across the floor in groups.
Victoria De Los Angeles as Melisande with Martial Singher as Pelleas
Angeles, Victoria de los - Vocalist - soprano - Melisande -
Singher, Martial - Vocalist - baritone - Pelleas
A stage performance features three people in costumes positioned around a long wooden table. A person with a long white beard and crown sits behind the table, while two others stand on either side. One standing person wears a patterned coat with a wide belt, and the other wears a floor-length gown with long hair.
A group of individuals dressed in period clothing are positioned across a theater set that includes a large bed, tall candle holders, and vaulted archways. In the foreground, one person stands over a kneeling figure while others observe from various points on the stage. The scene is captured in black and white and contains text in the bottom right corner identifying the opera production.
Garbousova, Raya, 1905- - Instrumentalist - violoncello - -
Reverse stamped: Wilfrid l. Davis, artist management
This black and white portrait displays a person in profile with their head tilted near the neck and scroll of a cello. The individual wears a pearl necklace and a dark garment featuring a small circular brooch. Text at the bottom identifies the subject as Raya Garbousova, cellist, and lists the National Concert and Artists Corporation in New York.
Simionato, Giulietta - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Cenerentola - Has inscription
A person wearing a long dress and apron stands in a rustic room filled with household items like a large metal pot and a wooden chair. They hold a small bowl and a spoon while looking toward the left side of the frame. The scene is captured in black and white and features a signature in blue ink written across the bottom.
Protti, Aldo - Vocalist - baritone - Simon Boccanegra -
This black and white theatrical scene depicts a large group of people gathered in a high-ceilinged, arched chamber. In the center, a person in light-colored robes sits on an elevated throne beneath a series of narrow windows. Two long tables draped in cloth flank the throne area, with seated individuals lined up behind them. Figures in dark uniforms and helmets stand on various levels of the stone-like structure, some holding long staffs.
Golschmann, Vladimir, 1893-1972 - Conductor - - - Has inscription
A person is shown in a side-profile view against a solid background. They have short, graying hair and are wearing a collared shirt under a textured jacket. Handwritten blue ink text is located in the bottom right corner.
Lipton, Martha - Vocalist - soprano - Octavian - Has inscription
A central figure stands wearing a decorative, light-colored frock coat, breeches, and stockings paired with a white powdered wig. Two other individuals stand in the background wearing matching waistcoats and tall hats with plumes. A signature is written on the bottom left corner, and the year 1954 is written on the bottom right corner.
Carabinieri Band of Rome, Domenico Fantini conductor
Banda dell'Arma dei carabinieri - Ensemble - - -
A black and white scene shows a large group of people in military-style band uniforms standing in rows in front of the Roman Colosseum. The individuals wear dark coats with light-colored detailing and hats with white plumes, and several hold brass instruments or drums. The ancient stone amphitheater stands in the background under a clear sky.
Nilsson, Birgit - Vocalist - soprano - Turandot -
A black and white theatrical scene features a central figure in a patterned gown and decorative headpiece standing at the top of a wide staircase with their mouth open. Other individuals dressed in ornate robes and tall headpieces stand on the levels below and to the sides. The background contains dark, patterned decorative elements, and the scene is lit from above.
Broilo, Renata - Vocalist - soprano - Gilda -
Gobbi, Tito - Vocalist - baritone - Rigoletto
A stage set depicts a large room with three doorways and high, arched ceilings featuring various figures. Two large framed portraits hang on the back wall above several small stools and tables. Two people are positioned on the stage; one stands with an arm raised wearing a light-colored top and dark trousers, while another sits on the right wearing a long, light garment.
Act 1, scene 3a -- Scene and costumes: Zuffi
A wide stage is populated by dozens of people in long robes and cloaks, positioned at different heights on a tiered floor. Four tall, carved pillars dominate the center of the set, flanked by two ornate, abstract side structures. A single figure stands prominently on a raised central platform under dramatic lighting.
Berkshire Music Festival. Shed - Building - - -
Lenox (Mass.) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
A vast indoor venue is densely packed with people seated in rows of chairs, extending far into the distance. In the top left corner, an orchestra sits on a brightly lit stage under a white ceiling. The building has a high, industrial roof supported by metal trusses and tall columns, with open sides allowing light to flood the space.
A person is shown from the waist up wearing a suit jacket and tie against a dark background. They hold a thin baton in their right hand and point their left index finger upward. The person's mouth is slightly open, and their gaze is directed forward.
Jerome Hines as Padre Gaurdiano in La Forza del destino
Hines, Jerome, 1921- - Vocalist - bass - Padre Guardiano - Has inscription
This black and white portrait features a person with white, wavy hair and a full beard wearing a hooded garment. Handwritten text at the bottom reads "Jerome Hines" and "Padre Guardiano 'Forza Del Destino'". Small printed text in the bottom right corner credits Sedge LeBlang for the photography.
This black and white view depicts an elaborate theatrical stage set with ancient Egyptian architectural elements. A central temple structure stands on an elevated platform, flanked by palm trees and several smaller building facades. Figures in costume are positioned across the various levels and staircases of the stage while an orchestra sits in a pit in the foreground.
Campora, Giuseppe - Vocalist - tenor - Giorgio Germont - Has inscription
Tebaldi, Renata - Vocalist - soprano - ViolettaHas inscription
Warren, Leonard, 1911-1960 - Vocalist - baritone - Alfredo Germont - Has inscription
Act 3 -- Signed: Chicago, May 1957 (Tebaldi)
A large group of performers in elaborate formal attire is arranged on a theatrical set featuring a wide, curving staircase and tall architectural columns. A massive tiered chandelier hangs overhead, illuminating cast members who are posed with various reaching gestures. The black and white photograph includes handwritten signatures across the center and lower portions of the scene.
Royal Festival Hall (London) - Building - - -
London (England) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
The Royal Festival Hall is positioned in the background with its name visible on the facade above a landscaped area. In the foreground, a two-tone car is parked on a paved area next to a lawn where two people are walking together. Trees, benches, and a tall tower on the right are also visible within the open space.
Sir Malcolm Sargent conducting at Usher Hall, Edinburgh Festival
Unidentified orchestra - Ensemble - - -
Sargent, Malcolm, Sir, 1895-1967 - Conductor - -
Edinburgh Festival Chorus - Ensemble - - -
An orchestra and a tiered choir are positioned on a stage in front of a large pipe organ inside an architectural concert hall. A seated audience fills the foreground and the balconies surrounding the performance area. The venue features decorative elements such as tall fluted columns, ornate wall panels, and a coffered ceiling.
Gigli, Beniamino, 1890-1957 - Vocalist - tenor - Vasco di Gama - Has inscription
A person stands in a historical costume featuring a metallic collar, chainmail, a surcoat, and tall lace-up boots. Both hands rest on the hilt of a sword, and a long dark cloak hangs from the shoulders. Blue handwritten text appears in the bottom right corner next to a studio mark from Rome.
Rosa Ponselle, Jose Mardones, and Enrico Caruso in La Forza del destino
Ponselle, Rosa, 1897-1981 - Vocalist - soprano - Leonora di Vargas - Has inscription
Caruso, Enrico, 1873-1921 - - - Alvaro -
Mardones, José, 1868-1932 - Vocalist - bass - Padre Guardiano
Signed: 1956 -- Act 3, scene 2 -- Reprint of 1918 photograph -- 1st performance of Forza and debut of Ponselle
Three individuals in costumes stand before a painted stage backdrop depicting rocky terrain. On the left, a person in a white robe with a dark cross and a long white beard raises one hand. A second person in a matching robe leans backward while being supported by a third individual. Handwritten text is inscribed across the front of the leaning person's robe.
Jagel, Frederick - Vocalist - tenor - Lohengrin - Has inscription
A person stands in an elaborate theatrical costume featuring a patterned tunic, textured sleeves, and a long cape. They hold a decorated sword in one hand and a shield in the other, with a horn attached to a belt at the waist. A handwritten signature is visible across the lower right side of the attire against the dark background.
Krips, Josef - Conductor - - - Has inscription
This black and white portrait features a person with a shaved head wearing dark-rimmed circular glasses. The individual is dressed in a dark suit jacket over a light-colored collared shirt and a necktie. A handwritten signature and the date 1954 are visible in the lower center of the frame, alongside a studio mark in the bottom right corner.
Renata Tebaldi as Leonora di Varga in La Forza del destino
Tebaldi, Renata - Vocalist - soprano - Leonora di Vargas -
A person in historical costume stands next to a candelabra against a dark background. The person wears an intricate, patterned gown with full sleeves and has their eyes closed. One hand is held near a lit candle while the other rests on a closed book. Text at the bottom identifies the subject as Renata Tebaldi for a production at Teatro alla Scala.
Tebaldi, Renata - Vocalist - soprano - Adriana - Has inscription
A person stands facing forward in a black and white portrait, wearing a highly detailed gown with dark floral embroidery and layered tulle sleeves. The ensemble includes several strands of pearls and a towering headpiece decorated with sequins and ostrich feathers. Blue cursive writing is layered over the person's skirt in the bottom half of the frame.
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.
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
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 - - -
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.