Ormandy, Eugene, 1899-1985 - Conductor - - -
Reverse: Conductor, Philadelphia Orchestra
A black and white close-up features a person with a high forehead and short hair around the temples. The person wears a dark garment and faces slightly toward the right against a plain, light background. Shadows are cast across the facial features, and a small signature is located in the bottom-left corner.
State University of New York at Buffalo. Music Library
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Brailowsky, Alexander, 1896-1976 - Instrumentalist - piano - - Has inscription
This sepia-toned portrait features a person in profile looking downward with their chin resting on their folded hands. They are wearing a suit jacket and tie. Handwritten text in blue ink on the lower right reads, "To Warren Perry, in remembrance of A. Brailowsky. April 1952."
A panoramic black and white view displays an elaborate theatrical stage set featuring East Asian architectural styles. Two large multi-tiered towers stand on the left and right sides of a wide central staircase. Behind a row of stylized foliage in the midground, another pagoda-like structure is centered against a dark backdrop. A person wearing white stands at the base of the staircase in the foreground.
Cziffra, Georges, 1921- - Instrumentalist - piano - -
A person wearing a collared shirt and tie is shown in profile, seated at a piano and looking toward the keys. One hand rests on the keyboard while the other is elevated above it, and a watch is visible on each wrist. This black and white scene features a plain, light-colored background.
Bertocci, Aldo - Vocalist - tenor - Gabrielle Adorno -
Protti, Aldo - Vocalist - baritone - Simon Boccanegra
Rovere, Anna Maria, 1929-1998 - Vocalist - soprano - Amelia Grimaldi
Siepi, Cesare - Vocalist - bass - Fiesco
A theatrical stage set depicts an ornate hall with multiple high arches, columns, and a large hanging light fixture in the center. Numerous individuals dressed in period clothing are positioned in groups across the stage floor and on side staircases. In the background behind the arches, masts of several ships are visible against a light sky.
Brouwenstijn, Gre - Vocalist - soprano - Desdemona -
Vinay, Ramon - Vocalist - tenor/baritone - OtelloHas inscription
A group of people in historical attire is gathered on a stage, with one person lying on the floor in the center. The background features several tall stone pillars, banners, and large candles positioned around the performers. A white signature is written across the top right of the dark background, above the crowd. The stage floor is flat on the left and has a set of stairs on the right side.
Carteri, Rosanna - Vocalist - soprano - Liu -
A person with dark hair and makeup stands against a textured stone wall while wearing a long-sleeved, high-collared robe. Their hands are held together near their chest as they look slightly upward. Printed text at the bottom identifies the scene as Rosanna Carteri in Turandot at the Arena di Verona in 1958.
Tito Gobbi as Falstaff with Giulietta Simionato as Dame Quickly
Gobbi, Tito - Vocalist - baritone - Falstaff - Has inscription
Simionato, Giulietta - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Dame Quickly
This black and white scene depicts two individuals in period costumes on a theatrical set. One person is seated at a wooden table wearing a belted dark tunic and dark leggings while gesturing with their hand. The second person stands next to them wearing a floor-length gown and a veil, holding the seated person's hand.
Laurel Hurley as Fiakermilli in Arabella
Hurley, Laurel - Vocalist - soprano - Fiakermilli - Has inscription
This black and white studio portrait features a person in an elaborate costume holding a long, thin rod. The individual has highly styled, curled hair and wears an off-the-shoulder garment decorated with large, rounded ruffles. Handwritten blue ink on the right side of the frame includes a name and a short message, while printed text appears in the lower-left corner.
Furtwängler, Wilhelm, 1886-1954 - Conductor - - -
Reverse: Conductor, Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra
A person wearing a dark suit and white bow tie is shown from the waist up, holding a baton in one hand and gesturing with the other. They are positioned against a dark backdrop and looking toward the side of the frame. In the blurred foreground, several music stands with sheet music and the back of another individual's head are visible.
Warren, Leonard, 1911-1960 - Vocalist - baritone - Simon Boccanegra -
A black and white portrait features a person with wavy, light-colored hair and a full beard. The individual is dressed in a shimmering garment with light-colored panels and several decorative tassels. Three ornate, circular buttons run down the center of the garment over a dark, textured base fabric.
Oliver Smith's sketch for set of Martha, Act II, scene 2
Act 2, scene 2 -- Sketch by Oliver Smith
This black and white illustration shows a multi-story pub building with a thatched roof and a hanging sign set within a dense forest of tall trees. A large, spoke-style wheel leans against the side of the building near the entrance. In the foreground, several long wooden benches are scattered across a flat clearing alongside two large barrels resting on a wooden rack.
Uhde, Hermann, 1914-1965 - Vocalist - bass - Wozzeck -
A person with short hair stands centered in front of a light-colored brick wall. They are wearing a light-colored button-up jacket with a mandarin collar and a dark belt. Both hands are held in front of the torso, gripping a soft, light-colored cap.
Lawrence Davidson as Benoit in La Boheme
Davidson, Lawrence, baritone - Vocalist - baritone - Benoit - Has inscription
A black and white portrait features a person wearing a flat-topped cap with a tassel, round-framed eyeglasses, and bushy eyebrows. The person is dressed in a dark coat with textured lapels and a polka-dot scarf while holding a patterned fabric between their hands. A signature is written on the right side of the frame, and a studio mark is located in the bottom right corner.
Raisa, Rosa, 1893-1963 - Vocalist - soprano - - Has inscription
Two people stand together holding a large, intricate headpiece featuring several detailed flowers and cascading beaded strands. A light-colored, patterned garment rests on a surface in the foreground. Handwritten ink at the top of the frame includes a signed note addressed to Dr. Perry.
Turner, Claramae, 1920- - Vocalist - contralto - - Has inscription
A person with short, wavy hair and pearl earrings looks toward the upper right in this black and white studio portrait. They wear a light-colored dress with a lace shawl and rest one hand near their chin. A handwritten message in ink is inscribed across the lower portion of the portrait, addressed to Warren Perry and signed Claramae Turner.
Rescigno, Nicola - Conductor - - - Has inscription
This black and white portrait features a person with dark, wavy hair leaning over an open musical score. The subject wears a light-colored collared shirt underneath a dark jacket and holds a cigarette in one hand. Handwritten inscriptions and a signature are visible across the pages of the sheet music. The background is dark and uniform.
Herbert, Ralph - Vocalist - baritone - Don Andres Viceroy of Peru -
A person is depicted from the waist up wearing a dark, decorative jacket with extensive silver braiding, epaulettes, and several medals. They have dark, groomed hair, a mustache, and a goatee, and they carry a hat with prominent white feathers. The composition is a studio portrait set against a neutral, light background with a signature in the lower right corner.
A person in a suit sits at a grand piano with the lid open. They are turned toward the viewer with their right hand resting against their head. The individual wears a dark suit, a collared shirt, a tie, and a pocket square. A bright circle of light is centered behind the person's head on the back wall.
Sutherland, Joan, 1926- - Vocalist - soprano - Rodelinda -
A person stands wearing an elaborate gown featuring long sleeves, dark velvet shoulder accents, and a decorative zig-zag pattern around the torso. They wear a jeweled tiara atop dark hair, and their eyes are decorated with prominent winged eyeliner. One hand is held up across the chest against a dark, unfocused background.
Elisabeth Schwarzkopf as Countess Almaviva
Schwarzkopf, Elisabeth - Vocalist - soprano - Countess Almaviva -
A person stands in the center of the frame wearing a voluminous ballgown with intricate embroidery and decorative tassels. The individual has styled hair and jewelry, with an open mouth directed slightly upward. Dark, vertical fabric hangs in the background.
Cleveland (Ohio) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
This interior space includes a grand staircase with a wooden railing and ornate columns supporting a decorative ceiling. An upholstered sofa and a large carved wooden table occupy the foreground, set upon a floor covered in a floral-patterned carpet. Several doors are positioned along the right wall, and hanging globe lights are visible along the ceiling.
Singher, Martial - Vocalist - baritone - Hamlet - Has inscription
A person with short, wavy hair wears a dark, long-sleeved historical garment with decorative trim on the collar and cuffs. They stand against a plain background with their arms crossed, and a small pouch hangs from a belt at the waist. The name "Martial Singher" is written across the lower torso of the subject.
Arena (Verona, Italy) - Building - - -
Verona, Italy -- Buildings, structures, etc.
A large, circular stone amphitheater features two tiers of arched openings and tiered seating within its interior. A remnant of a third exterior level remains on the left side of the structure. The arena is surrounded by a paved plaza with a cityscape and cloudy sky in the background.
Thebom, Blanche - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Fricka - Has inscription
A person stands in a studio setting wearing a light-colored, floor-length dress and a contrasting dark cape with a long train. The costume is accented by a wide metallic collar, a metal belt, and ornate wrist cuffs. The person's hair is styled in a braid, and a blue autograph is written across the left side of the scene.
Walter, Bruno, 1876-1962 - Conductor - - -
Signed letter from Bruno Walter to Warren Perry
This document is a typed letter on Beverly Hills stationery addressed to a person in Evanston, Illinois. The text thanks the recipient for a previous letter and notes the enclosure of a requested photograph. A signature in blue ink reads "Bruno Walter" above the typed name at the bottom of the page. The paper shows horizontal fold marks and some faint notations in the upper section.
This black and white scene features an adult and a child positioned in front of a wooden door with an ornate metal knocker. The adult wears a dark plaid button-down shirt, while the child has dark curly hair and a white collared top. Both individuals are looking towards the left side of the frame.
An ornate stage production is set within an outdoor amphitheater at night. The set features a multi-tiered structure with arches and four domes at the top, and numerous costumed people are positioned across the stage area. An orchestra is visible in the pit at the bottom, and text along the lower edge identifies the location as the Arena di Verona in 1958.
Barioni, Daniele, 1930- - Vocalist - tenor - Pinkerton -
This black and white portrait features a person in a United States Navy officer's uniform looking toward the right. The individual is dressed in a white tunic with dark shoulder boards and a matching white peaked cap adorned with an officer's crest. The setting is a simple studio background with a light gradient.
A grayscale portrait shows a person from the shoulders up, facing slightly toward the side. The individual wears a dark pinstriped suit jacket over a white collared shirt and a patterned necktie. Their dark hair is styled away from the forehead, and directional lighting highlights one side of their face while casting the other in shadow.
Björling, Jussi, 1911-1960 - Vocalist - tenor - Faust (Faust) -
A person is shown from the waist up wearing a dark coat with a high collar, a pinstriped vest, and a white cravat. They have dark hair styled back and are looking toward the upper left. One hand rests near the hip with the thumb visible, while the other hand is held slightly open at the side.
Stella, Antonietta - Vocalist - soprano - Tosca - Has inscription
A person in formal attire stands in a room with decorative furnishings. They wear a dark gown, a white fur-trimmed cape with black spots, and a light-colored headpiece. The person is positioned between heavy patterned curtains and a settee with light-colored, patterned fabric, with a handwritten signature at the bottom of the frame.
Cleva, Fausto - Conductor - - - Has inscription
A black and white portrait features a person with dark hair wearing a textured suit jacket, a striped shirt, and a polka-dot tie. The individual is positioned against a plain background and looks away from the camera. Handwritten text on the right side includes a dedication and signature dated 1931, and a studio mark is in the bottom right corner.
A person stands behind a music stand with arms outstretched in a black and white setting. The individual wears a long-sleeved button-down shirt tucked into belted trousers and looks toward the left side. One arm is extended horizontally with the palm facing down while the other arm is bent upward with the hand positioned near the head.
Guarrera, Frank, 1923- - Vocalist - baritone - Marcello - Has inscription
This black and white portrait features a person in historical dress, including a flat-crowned hat, a patterned waistcoat, and a neck scarf. One hand is positioned near the chest as the person looks away from the camera. A cursive signature is written vertically on the left side of the frame.
Poleri, David - Vocalist - tenor - Don Alvaro -
An individual is shown in a theatrical period costume featuring a ruffled shirt, lace cuffs, and a velvet-trimmed robe. The person is posed looking to the left against a dark, draped background featuring a decorative sculpted post. Blue ink handwriting and a signature are inscribed across the torso of the individual.
Barbieri, Fedora - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Dalila -
A person stands on a stage wearing a sheer, pleated garment over a textured, floor-length gown and multiple bracelets on each wrist. Their arms are positioned upward as they look toward the top of the frame. To the left are several stone steps, and the background consists of large, dark panels with ornate carvings.
Vickers, Jon - Vocalist - tenor - Siegmund - Has inscription
A person in a textured, one-shouldered garment tied with a rope belt stands with arms outstretched and head tilted upward. Their costume includes matching furry leg wraps and dark, open-toed sandals. Blue handwriting is inscribed across the right side of the frame, and a large shadow of the person is cast against the light-colored background. A small rectangular label with text is visible in the bottom left corner.
Alva, Luigi - Vocalist - tenor - Ferrando (Cosi fan tutte) -
Calabrese, Franco - Vocalist - bass - Don Alfonso
Panerai, Rolando - Vocalist - baritone - Guglielmo
Sciutti, Graziella - Vocalist - soprano - Despina
A black and white theatrical scene depicts four individuals in period costumes against an ornate stage set with architectural details and scrolls. Two people on the left are dressed in eighteenth-century European style, while two on the right wear long, patterned robes and feathered turbans. The background features arched openings with shutters and decorative moldings containing sculpted heads.
Description of Lewisohn Stadium Concerts
Lewisohn Stadium (New York, N.Y.) - Building - - -
New York (N.Y.) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
Here's News from Stadium Concerts, Incorporated. History of the Stadium Concerts series and discussion of the 1955 season. Page 3
This typed document page recounts the history of the Stadium Concerts from 1930 and outlines the upcoming 1955 season. The text lists numerous classical musicians, vocalists, and ballet companies, highlighting specific events like the All-Gershwin Concerts and Rodgers and Hammerstein Night. The page is labeled with the number three in the top right corner and ends with the phrase "MORE, PLEASE" at the bottom.
Siepi, Cesare - Vocalist - bass - Boris Godunov - Has inscription
This black and white portrait features a person with a dark beard wearing an elaborate, patterned garment heavily adorned with pearls and jewels. One hand, featuring multiple rings and a wide jeweled cuff, is held up to the chest. A blue ink signature is visible on the left side of the frame.
Rossi-Lemeni, Nicola, 1920- - Vocalist - bass - King Philippe II - Has inscription
A person stands in a costume featuring a dark robe, large lace ruffles at the neck and wrists, and a wide fabric sash tied at the waist. One hand is extended over a small wooden cross placed atop a stack of large books next to lit candles. An autograph with the date 1954 is written across the lower half of the black-and-white scene.
Singher, Martial - Vocalist - baritone - Count Almaviva (Nozze di Figaro) -
A black and white portrait shows a person wearing historical attire, including a light-colored frock coat with dark trim and a ruffled white collar. Their hair is styled back with a dark bow, and they are standing in profile while looking toward the camera. A dark shadow of the person's profile is cast against the light wall in the background.
Simionato, Giulietta - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Amneris - Has inscription
This black-and-white scene features a person in a long pleated skirt and a dark hooded cape with white trim. The individual stands in front of a textured wall decorated with raised carvings, including a large vessel and symbols resembling hieroglyphs. Both hands touch the surface of a carved panel as the person looks toward the camera.
Vinay, Ramon - Vocalist - tenor/baritone - Tristan -
A person with short, dark curly hair and a small goatee looks toward the right in this black and white portrait. They wear dark theatrical makeup on the eyes and eyebrows. The person is dressed in a dark, high-collared garment that features light-colored lacing at the center of the chest. The background is a simple gradient.
Maréchal, Maurice, 1892-1964 - Instrumentalist - violoncello - -
A person with short hair and a mustache is shown in profile holding a cello. They wear a textured suit jacket, a collared shirt, and a patterned tie. The scroll and neck of the instrument are visible in the foreground against a dark, textured background.
War Memorial Opera House (San Francisco, Calif.) - Building - - -
San Francisco (Calif.) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
A large gathering of individuals in formal clothing fills a spacious hall lined with tall fluted columns. The space features a high coffered ceiling and is illuminated by a large central chandelier and several wall lamps. A balcony is visible at the far end of the hall overlooking the crowd below.
Numerous people are positioned across tiered platforms on a stage. A large dark circle with a glowing white border occupies the background, while a tall, abstract hourglass-shaped sculpture stands on the left. The crowd consists of some figures in athletic uniforms and others in casual attire, with one person in a uniform standing separately near the sculpture.
Penno, Gino - Vocalist - tenor - Manrico - Has inscription
A person is shown from the chest up wearing a costume with dark sleeves and light-colored chevron patterns. The individual has dark hair and looks upward and to the side against a neutral background. A signature is written on the right side, and a photographer's mark is in the bottom left corner.
Cantelli, Guido - Conductor - - - Has inscription
A person with dark hair sits behind a desk with an open book of musical scores. They wear a textured blazer, a white collared shirt, and a striped tie. Blue handwritten text and a signature are inscribed across the person's jacket and the pages of the music book.
Del Monaco, Mario, 1915- - Vocalist - tenor - Canio - Has inscription
Signed: New York, 1954 -- Reverse stamped: La Foto Cine, Treviso
This black and white portrait features a person with elaborate, wavy hair and dark, emphasized eyebrows looking slightly upward. A large, ruffled white fabric garment surrounds their neck and shoulders. Handwritten blue ink at the bottom includes a signature and the text "New York 1954".
Barbieri, Fedora - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - - Has inscription
A person is shown in profile wearing a dark, lace-trimmed veil and a headpiece adorned with a large rose. The face is turned downward, with a small circular mark visible on the forehead. Text at the bottom identifies the subject as Fedora Barbieri in "Carmen," and a signature is written in the upper left corner.
Oncina, Juan, 1925- - Vocalist - tenor - Count Ory -
A black and white scene features a large ensemble of performers on a stage dressed in historical costumes. The painted backdrop depicts a medieval-style castle on the left, rolling hills in the distance, and a cloudy sky. Performers are positioned across the stage in various arrangements, with some standing in groups and several others kneeling on the floor.
Edelmann, Otto - Vocalist - bass - Baron Ochs -
A person wears a long patterned coat over a buttoned vest, accented by a white jabot and lace-trimmed cuffs. They are positioned in the foreground while another individual in a bonnet and long dress stands in the background. The setting includes architectural elements such as a decorative lattice railing and steps.
Warren, Leonard, 1911-1960 - Vocalist - baritone - Rigoletto - Has inscription
Act 3: Rigoletto (r.) reviles the courtiers
Multiple people in ornate historical attire are positioned across a theatrical stage featuring a large backdrop of arched doorways and classical columns. The set includes a painted vaulted ceiling and draped valances at the top, with various pieces of furniture like benches and tables scattered on the floor. A signature is written across the center of the background, and a photographer's credit is visible in the bottom right corner.
Prinzregententheater (Bayerische Staatsoper)
Prinzregententheater Munchen - Building - - -
Munich (Germany) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
The front facade of a building inscribed with "DER DEUTSCHEN KUNST" features several statues along its roofline and people gathered on a balcony. Light shines from the windows and the ground-floor entrance where several figures stand near columns. A blurred flag is visible on the left side of the dark exterior.
Rolando Panerai in Musorgsky's The Fair at Sorochintsi
Panerai, Rolando - Vocalist - baritone - -
A person with dark hair and a large mustache wears theatrical makeup and a light-colored tunic. They stand behind a wooden fence among oversized prop flowers, holding a straw hat and the stem of one flower. The black and white scene includes a dark, painted backdrop.
Silveri, Paolo - Vocalist - baritone - Guillaume Tell - Has inscription
A person appears from the shoulders up, looking downward and toward the left of the frame. The individual has thick, wavy hair and a full beard with a mustache. A handwritten inscription in blue ink is visible on the lower right, signed "Paolo Silveri" and dated 1954.
Gedda, Nicolai - Vocalist - tenor - Alfredo Germont -
A person with dark wavy hair and light-colored eyes is depicted from the shoulders up against a plain background. They wear a dark jacket, a white bow tie, and a white shirt with a ruffled front. The individual's eyes are lined with dark makeup, and their gaze is directed upwards and to the side.
Casals, Pablo, 1876-1973 - Conductor/Instrumentalist - violoncello - - Has inscription
This black and white scene shows a musical ensemble and conductor during a performance or rehearsal. A person in a suit and glasses stands behind a music stand, while other performers play a flute and string instruments. A prominent music stand in the lower right corner displays sheet music signed with the name Pau Casals.
Stevens, Risë, 1913- - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Orfeo - Has inscription
This black and white portrait features a person dressed in a tunic with Greek key trim and a flowing cape, standing next to a fluted white pillar. The pillar displays vertical handwritten script, and the individual's face is turned toward the viewer. A dark background provides contrast to the person and the architectural element.
Sereni, Mario - Vocalist - baritone - Alfredo Germont -
A person stands in a full-length pose wearing a dark coat, light-colored cravat, and gloves. They hold a thin walking cane in one hand and a top hat in the other. The background consists of a plain wall and a tiled floor with a geometric border.
Bernstein, Leonard, 1918- - Conductor - - -
Reverse: Guest conductor 1956-1957, New York Philharmonic
A person is shown in a black and white profile view from the shoulders up against a dark background. The individual has dark, styled hair and is wearing a textured jacket, a white shirt, and a solid tie. They are looking downward and away from the camera.
Di Stefano, Giuseppe, 1921- - Vocalist - tenor - -
Petrella, Clara, 1914-1987 - Vocalist - soprano - Adriana
A theater stage features a detailed interior room with high ceilings, decorative wall moldings, and large arched windows. Two people are positioned in the center, one standing in a dark uniform and another seated in a white dress. The set includes period furniture such as upholstered chairs and a small side table holding a candelabra.
Luboshutz, Pierre, 1891-1971 - Instrumentalist - piano - - Has inscription
Nemenoff, Genia - Instrumentalist - piano - Has inscription
This black and white portrait features two people standing side-by-side against a plain background. The person on the left wears a suit, vest, and patterned tie with one hand tucked into a trouser pocket, while the person on the right wears a dark, long-sleeved dress with arms crossed. Handwritten inscriptions in ink are visible on the background, including signatures and a note dated Feb 1953. Both individuals look forward toward the camera.
Orchestra Hall (Chicago, Ill.) - Building - - -
Chicago (Ill.) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
This black and white view shows the multi-story facade of Orchestra Hall in Chicago, featuring three large arched windows on the second floor and five rows of rectangular windows above. A frieze displays the names of classical composers, and a stone balustrade lines the roof. At street level, striped awnings hang over entrances where several figures stand on the sidewalk.
Jurinac, Sena, 1921- - Vocalist - soprano - Octavian -
A person stands centered in a black and white scene wearing an eighteenth-century style frock coat, lace ruffles, and knee breeches while holding a rose. Behind them is a large multi-paned window to one side and a decorative pillar with floral patterns to the other. The floor beneath them has a large ornate scrollwork design.
Malko, Nicolai, 1883-1961 - Conductor - - -
A person in formal attire poses with a raised conductor's baton. The individual wears a dark pinstriped suit and glasses, with one hand lifted and the other held near the chest. The background features a wall decorated with large, stylized musical notes and lines.
Symphony of the Air, Leonard Bernstein conductor, Carnegie Hall
Bernstein, Leonard, 1918- - Conductor - -
This black and white scene displays an orchestra arranged in rows across a wide stage with a conductor on a podium. Musicians in formal attire play a variety of instruments, including strings, brass, and a grand piano. The stage is surrounded by high, ornate walls and large curtains on the sides.
Fiedler, Arthur, 1894-1979 - Conductor - - - Has inscription
Signed: Feb. 17, 1959 -- Actual photograph in Cont. 29 (Oversized)
This black and white portrait features a person with short hair and a mustache dressed in a patterned suit jacket, collared shirt, and dark tie. They are positioned in front of a window and looking down at an open book of musical notation. At the bottom of the frame is a white margin containing handwritten text and a signature dated Feb. 17, 1959.
Matacic, Lovro von - Conductor - - - Has inscription
This black and white portrait shows a person from the chest up, wearing a formal suit jacket, a collared shirt, and a dark necktie. The individual has short, dark hair slicked back and is looking down and away from the camera. A handwritten signature is visible on the right side of the composition.
Odeon of Herodes Atticus, with Parthenon in background
Odeon of Herodes Atticus (Athens, Greece) - Building - - -
Athens (Greece) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
Ancient stone ruins are illuminated against a dark night sky on a hillside. The Parthenon sits at the highest point of the hill, while the curved walls and arches of the Odeon of Herodes Atticus are lit in the foreground. Streetlights and building lights from the surrounding city appear as bright spots and streaks in the dark landscape below the archaeological site.
Francesco Valentino as Lord Henry Ashton
Valentino, Frank - Vocalist - baritone - Lord Henry Ashton - Has inscription
This black and white portrait features a person dressed in seventeenth-century style theatrical attire. The subject wears a wide-brimmed hat adorned with dark plumes, a pointed white collar, and a textured doublet. Studded straps cross the chest over a metallic-looking breastplate and a striped garment.
Szell, George, 1897-1970 - Conductor - - -
A person is shown from the chest up against a plain background in a black and white format. They wear dark-rimmed glasses, a dark suit, a white shirt with a bowtie, and a light-colored pocket square. Their hands are clasped together and positioned under their chin.
Ernster, Dezsö, 1898-1981 - Vocalist - bass - Rocco -
Mödl, Martha - Vocalist - soprano - Leonora
Odeon of Herodes Atticus - Building - - -
Pantazinakos, A. - Vocalist - tenor - Jaquino
Vlachopoulos, Zoë, 1916- - Vocalist - soprano - Marzelline
Zampieri, Giuseppe, 1921-1981 - Vocalist - tenor - Florestan
An illuminated outdoor stage features rows of performers in matching light-colored attire positioned in front of a high, weathered stone wall with arched openings. Additional figures are stationed on different levels of the stage, including a central staircase and side platforms. Below the stage, an orchestra and audience members are visible in the shadows. In the distance, a small lit structure sits atop a dark hilltop against the night sky.
Symphony Hall (Boston, Mass.) - Building - - -
Boston (Mass.) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
This neoclassical building is constructed from dark brick and features a prominent portico with six light-colored ionic columns. A broad flight of stairs leads to the main entrance, while the upper level is topped with a large triangular gable containing a circular window. Ornate lampposts and a person are visible on the sidewalk and stairs in front of the structure.
Gorin, Igor, 1908-1982 - Vocalist - baritone - - Has inscription
This black and white portrait shows a person from the chest up looking toward the side. They are dressed in a white collared shirt, a patterned tie, and a herringbone suit jacket. A signature is written on the right side of the jacket, and a small studio mark is visible in the bottom left corner.
Nilsson, Birgit - Vocalist - soprano - Senta - Has inscription
A person is shown from the chest up with their hair styled in a thick, wavy braid that circles the top of their head. They wear a white, long-sleeved shirt with a collar under a dark, sleeveless vest. Handwritten text in dark ink is inscribed over their forearms at the bottom of the frame against a plain background.
Kipnis, Alexander, 1891-1978 - Vocalist - bass - - Has inscription
A person is shown from the waist up against a plain, light background. They wear a textured double-breasted suit jacket with a pocket square, a light-colored collared shirt, and a dark tie. Green ink text and the date 1949 are written in the upper left corner, and the hands are clasped at the waist.
Lettvin, Theodore - Instrumentalist - piano - -
A person wearing a dark suit and white bow tie is positioned at a grand piano. One hand is raised near their chest as they look down toward the interior of the instrument. The black and white scene is framed by the large, dark, diagonal lid of the piano against a light-colored wall.
Thebom, Blanche - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Eboli - Has inscription
This black and white portrait features a person in a dark, high-collared dress with puffed sleeves and lace details. The individual wears a lattice-style headpiece, a large necklace, and matching earrings. A blue handwritten signature is present in the upper left area of the portrait.
Barbieri, Fedora - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Marfa -
A group of people in robes and white head coverings stand together, many holding tall, lit candles. The individuals are positioned behind a large pile of dry, leafless branches in the foreground. Some wear dark robes with a central white vertical band featuring circular patterns, while others wear light-colored robes. A wooden structure with a small icon above an entrance is visible in the background.
An ensemble of musicians in formal wear is positioned on a light wooden stage against a background of dark curtains. The group includes individuals playing violins and a double bass, one person at a harpsichord, and a conductor standing on the right side. Music stands with sheet music are arranged in front of the performers.
Windgassen, Wolfgang - Vocalist - tenor - Siegmund -
A person is shown in a black-and-white profile view, looking upward toward the left. They have wavy hair and a trimmed beard and mustache. The individual wears a dark garment with a thick, fur-like texture against a light, soft-focus background.
Pons, Lily, 1898-1976 - Vocalist - soprano - - Has inscription
A person with short, curled hair is in a black and white studio setting wearing a strapless gown with a detailed bodice and a full dark skirt. The person wears a necklace with multiple pendants and a matching bracelet on one wrist. A handwritten signature is visible on the left side against a plain, light background.
Reverse stamped: Conductor, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
A black and white studio portrait features a person with light-colored hair and clear-framed glasses. The individual is wearing a patterned bowtie and a herringbone-patterned jacket over a button-down shirt. The background is dark and solid, and a signature is visible in the bottom right corner.
This black and white scene depicts an elaborate stage production set against a background of classical architecture with several pillars and two tall obelisks. A central pediment supports a large statue of a figure holding a trident above a pair of horses. Performers in ornate, tiered costumes fill the stage area, with some raising tridents in crossed patterns while others occupy arched alcoves on a higher level.
Sgarro, Louis, 1920-1985 - Vocalist - bass - -
A black and white studio portrait shows a person from the chest up, looking toward the side with an open-mouthed smile. They have dark hair styled with a side part and are wearing a dark suit jacket, a white collared shirt, and a light-colored paisley tie. The subject is positioned against a solid, light-colored background.
Karajan, Herbert von - Conductor - - -
A person with short hair is shown from the waist up in a black and white portrait, facing toward the left against a dark background. They wear a dark long-sleeved garment over a white dress shirt with visible cuffs and a pointed collar. One arm is positioned over the back of a chair with the hand resting on top.
Gobbi, Tito - Vocalist - baritone - Tonio -
Two individuals in theatrical costumes appear on a stage in a black and white setting. One person wears a polka-dot jumpsuit and stands behind a large bass drum with a mallet raised. The second person stands on a stool in a diamond-patterned suit while holding a small trumpet to their mouth. A draped curtain and a wall with a painted clown figure form the background.
Calabrese, Franco - Vocalist - bass - -
Petrella, Clara, 1914-1987 - Vocalist - soprano -
An elaborate stage set depicts a room with paneled walls, two hanging crystal chandeliers, and period furniture. Several people are positioned across the stage wearing historical garments including wigs, coats, and a light-colored gown with a feathered headpiece. Dark curtains frame the top and sides of the performance area.
Stich-Randall, Teresa, 1927-2007 - Vocalist - soprano - -
A person with dark, wavy hair is shown from the shoulders up against a dark, textured background. They wear drop earrings and a single-strand pearl necklace over a dark garment with a fur-like texture. A small handwritten number is visible in the bottom right corner.
Svanholm, Set - Vocalist - tenor - Admetus - Has inscription
A person appears in a black and white portrait wearing a laurel wreath, a white tunic, and a dark draped robe with a patterned shoulder piece. The individual has dark curly hair, a beard, and theatrical makeup. Handwritten blue ink in the upper right corner contains a signed dedication referencing a performance as Admetus in Gluck's Alceste.
Whittemore, Arthur Austin - Instrumentalist - piano - -
Two individuals are positioned at a black grand piano, looking at a sheet of music. One person wears a dark long-sleeved shirt and leans forward, while the other wears a checkered shirt and sits behind the music stand. A framed painting hangs on the wall behind them, and the piano's polished surface reflects their figures.
Hurley, Laurel - Vocalist - soprano - Sophie - Has inscription
This black and white portrait features a person with styled wavy hair wearing a dress decorated with dark floral accents and ruffled lace sleeves. They hold a rose in one hand and wear a matching rose pendant on a ribbon around their neck. A cursive signature appears on the left side of the plain, shadowed background.
Vienna (Austria) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
This interior space displays an ornate architectural style with vaulted ceilings covered in paintings and intricate patterns. Multiple large, tiered chandeliers hang from the center of the ceiling, and sunlight enters from the right to illuminate the floor. The walls are detailed with moldings, pilasters, and sculptural busts set into niches above the doorways.
Rolando Panerai in Prokofiev's The Fiery Angel
A person with dark, curly hair and facial hair wears a fur-lined cloak, a high-collared shirt, and a heavy chain with a medallion. To the left of the person stands a large, textured metal rooster sculpture with wings spread wide atop a rounded base. This black and white scene is set against a dark background.
Nelli, Herva - Vocalist - soprano - Aida - Has inscription
This portrait features a person with dark, wavy hair wearing elaborate metallic jewelry consisting of a headband and a multi-layered necklace with circular plates and chain links. The individual is shown from the chest up against a plain background. Blue ink handwriting is present across the chest area, and a studio name is printed in the lower right corner.
Jobin, Raoul - Vocalist - tenor - - Has inscription
A person is shown from the chest up wearing a dark pinstriped suit, a white collared shirt, and a dark tie. A white pocket square is visible in the jacket pocket, and dark ink handwriting is inscribed on the front of the suit. The background is a neutral, light color.
Lauri-Volpi, Giacomo, 1892- - Vocalist - tenor - Turiddu - Has inscription
This portrait displays a person from the chest up, wearing a dark vest with light-colored embroidery and trim over a long-sleeved shirt. The individual's head is turned slightly to the side, and they have short dark hair. Blue ink handwriting is visible in the upper left corner, while the name "G. LAURI VOLPI" is printed at the bottom edge.