Del Monaco, Mario, 1915- - Vocalist - tenor - Lohengrin -
A person stands on a theatrical stage set wearing a light-colored tunic and a long cape while holding a large, reflective shield. The shield is decorated with a detailed crest and scrollwork patterns. Behind the person is a backdrop depicting stylized hills and a large piece of translucent fabric draped from above.
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Gre Brouwenstijn as Jenufa with Sylvia Fisher as Kostelnicka
Brouwenstijn, Gre - Vocalist - soprano - Jenufa - Has inscription
Fisher, Sylvia, 1910-1996 - Vocalist - soprano - Kostelnicka Buryja
A person in dark robes and a head covering sits in a chair next to another person kneeling in a light-colored blouse and skirt. The kneeling figure has an open mouth and a long braid draped over one shoulder. The background features a wooden table and a window with a lattice frame against dark walls.
Istomin, Eugene - Instrumentalist - piano - -
A person wearing a suit and bowtie sits at an open grand piano. Their hands are placed on the keys while they look toward the sheet music on the stand. Striped curtains are visible behind the person and the instrument in this black and white scene.
Bloomfield, Theodore, 1923- - Conductor - - -
A person with short dark hair in a side part is shown from the shoulders up wearing a dark formal jacket, white wing-collared shirt, and white bowtie. Handwritten text in blue ink in the upper left corner includes a message addressed to Dr. Perry and a signature. The subject looks toward the left of the frame against a plain light background.
A large ensemble of people in traditional, dark-colored attire is gathered in the center of a performance space. Two large, white tree structures with hanging elements flank the group on either side. A pale, clouded backdrop spans the rear of the stage, and a single flag stands upright within the crowd.
Invitation to meet Rudoph Bing at Indiana University, 1951
Bing, Rudolf, Sir, 1902- - Person (other) - Manager - - Has inscription
Invitation to meet Rudolf Bing at Indiana University
A formal invitation on white paper features centered black text announcing an event to meet Mr. Rudolf Bing, General Manager of the Metropolitan Opera, at the Indiana Union Building. The printed text lists the host as President Wells and specifies the date as Tuesday afternoon, May eighth. A handwritten note in dark ink is scrawled on the right side of the card, reading "It was nice meeting you! Rudolf Bing May 1956."
Della Casa, Lisa - Vocalist - soprano - Arabella -
Fischer-Dieskau, Dietrich, 1925- - Vocalist - baritone - Mandryka
This black and white scene shows two individuals in formal wear standing before a large staircase on a stage set. One person wears a voluminous, light-colored ruffled gown and holds the hand of another person dressed in a dark tuxedo with a white bowtie. The background includes arched windows, ornate metal railings, and a tall lamp post with several glowing globes.
Alvary, Lorenzo, 1909- - Vocalist - bass - Don Alfonso -
Guarrera, Frank, 1923- - Vocalist - baritone - Guglielmo
Lewis, Richard, 1914- - Vocalist - tenor - Ferrando (Cosi fan tutte)
A black and white theatrical set shows three people in historical dress on a tiered stage in front of a large, decorative gate backdrop. One person sits at a small central table while two others stand nearby wearing knee-length coats and breeches. The stage is framed by painted scenery of curtains and balcony boxes, and two wireframe mannequins are positioned on either side of the gate.
Menuhin, Yehudi, 1916- - Instrumentalist - violin - -
A black and white close-up shows a person in a patterned shirt looking down as they play a violin. Their hands are positioned on the neck and bow of the instrument in a traditional playing stance. Handwritten text in the top right corner reads, "To Warren Perry, best wishes Yehudi Menuhin Jan, 1952."
Elias, Rosalind - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Erika -
Gedda, Nicolai - Vocalist - tenor - Anatol
Steber, Eleanor - Vocalist - soprano - Vanessa
Tozzi, Giorgio - Vocalist - bass - Doctor
Five individuals are situated on a stage set characterized by three arched windows and various potted plants. In the foreground, two people wear long, formal dresses, while three others stand in suits in the background. A tufted armchair with decorative pillows occupies the right side of the frame against a backdrop of painted trees.
Autori, Franco, 1903- - Conductor - - -
Reverse: Associate conductor of the Philharmonic since 1949
This black and white portrait features a person from the chest up, looking toward the right. They have dark hair slicked back and are wearing a dark suit jacket over a light-colored collared shirt and a patterned tie. The background is a plain, light color with soft shadows. A small white alphanumeric code is visible in the bottom right corner.
Tucker, Richard, 1913-1975 - Vocalist - tenor - Turiddu - Has inscription
A person wearing a straw hat and a windowpane patterned vest over a dark shirt and tie is shown from the chest up. They hold a curved umbrella handle in one hand and have a jacket draped over the opposite shoulder. A star-shaped medal and a watch chain are attached to the vest, and blue handwriting is visible on the right side.
Baum, Kurt, 1900-1989 - Vocalist - tenor - Don Jose - Has inscription
This black and white portrait features a person wearing a patterned head covering and an ornate dark vest with embroidery over a white shirt and dark tie. Green handwriting on the left side reads "Kurt Baum Harold 1948," and a white signature is in the lower left corner. Small print at the bottom right corner identifies the source as MOSS PHOTO. N. Y.
Corena, Fernando - Vocalist - bass - Lescaut (Manon) - Has inscription
A person wears a historical costume consisting of a tricorne hat and a wig with side curls. The outfit features a dark jacket with metallic horizontal bands, a white pleated jabot, and large cuffs. A signature in blue ink is visible across the center of the figure against a solid light background.
Roberti, Margherita - Vocalist - - Desdemona - Has inscription
A person wearing a long white gown with flowing sleeves and a headpiece stands in profile on a stage set. The background consists of architectural columns and walls with dramatic lighting and shadows. A large, cursive signature is written in ink across the middle of the frame over the person's clothing.
Hoffman, Grace - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Brangane -
Nilsson, Birgit - Vocalist - soprano - Isolde
Windgassen, Wolfgang - Vocalist - tenor - Tristan
Andersson, Frans - Vocalist - bass-baritone - Kurvenal
A minimalist theatrical stage is constructed with tall white panels and vertical lines. One person reclines on a curved chaise longue in the foreground while three others are positioned within a rectangular doorway in the background. The scene features high-contrast lighting and a small dark stool on the far right.
Goltz, Christel - Vocalist - soprano - Salome - Has inscription
This black and white scene shows a person in profile from the waist up holding a platter with a prop of a bearded head. The person has dark wavy hair, wears ornate jewelry, and is dressed in a light-colored, draped garment. Blue handwritten ink is visible across the lower left side.
Lipton, Martha - Vocalist - soprano - Larina - Has inscription
A black and white portrait features a person dressed in a lace-trimmed gown with sheer puffed sleeves and a pearl necklace. The individual holds an open white folding fan and wears various pieces of jewelry including drop earrings and rings. Blue ink handwriting is visible on the left side, and a photographer's signature is located at the bottom right.
This black and white portrait shows a person from the chest up against a plain, light background. The individual has dark, styled hair and is looking slightly away from the camera. They are dressed in a light-colored, herringbone-patterned blazer and a dark tie with a white geometric print.
Harvuot, Clifford, 1912- - Vocalist - baritone - Schaunard - Has inscription
A black and white portrait features a person holding and playing a French horn against a plain background. The person wears a wide-brimmed hat, a dark jacket, and a patterned scarf around their neck. They have their mouth to the instrument's mouthpiece while their hands rest on the valves and the edge of the bell.
Sanromá, Jesús María - Instrumentalist - piano - - Has inscription
A person is shown from the chest up in a black and white side profile view facing right. The person wears a suit jacket, a collared shirt, and a patterned necktie. Blue handwritten text and a signature dated 1958 are inscribed over the lower left side of the clothing.
Stern, Isaac, 1920- - Instrumentalist - violin - - Has inscription
Signed: 1953 -- Reverse stamped: Hurok Attractions
A black and white portrait depicts a person holding a violin under their chin with a bow resting on the strings. The person wears formal attire consisting of a white shirt and dark jacket. Handwritten text in the upper right corner includes a signature and the year 1953.
Peters, Roberta, 1930- - Vocalist - soprano - Gilda -
A black and white portrait features a person with long hair wearing a crown of small flowers. They are dressed in a gown with a ruffled collar and long sleeves decorated with rows of sequins. The person holds a single rose in their hands against a plain background.
Monti, Nicola - Vocalist - tenor - Elvino - Has inscription
A person in a dark jacket, buttoned vest, and bow tie stands on a stage set featuring wooden beams and a large water wheel. To the left, stairs lead up to where the person is standing, and handwritten text is visible across that portion of the scene. A sharp shadow of the person is cast against the log-textured wall in the background.
A theatrical stage depicts a large gothic hallway with arched, ribbed ceilings and stone pillars. Numerous people in period costumes are positioned across the stage, including a group standing in the center and several figures lying on the floor to the left. Draped curtains frame the top of the scene, while a staircase with more costumed individuals is visible on the right.
Landi, Bruno, 1900-1968 - Vocalist - tenor - - Has inscription
A person is wearing a dark formal jacket, a white waistcoat, and a white bow tie while looking toward the upper right. Their dark hair is slicked back, and their hands are folded together in front with a ring visible on one finger. A signature is written in the upper right background, and the scene features a bright light centered behind the person's head.
Jeritza, Maria, 1887- - Vocalist - soprano - Tosca - Has inscription
A person with short, light hair stands behind a table draped in a light-colored cloth, wearing a gown with dark, ornate vertical panels. A three-pronged candelabra and a stemmed glass are placed on the table against a dark, mottled backdrop. Handwritten blue ink across the top reads "to Selby Hanssen, good wishes" and a signature "Maria Jeritza Seery" appears at the bottom.
Giardino di Boboli (Florence, Italy) - Building - - -
Florence (Italy) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
This black and white scene depicts a large formal garden with tiered stone features and manicured landscaping. In the foreground, a multi-tiered fountain is set on a platform with decorative steps, while an amphitheater with stone seating and an obelisk occupy the central area. Densely planted trees cover a hillside that leads up to a large building at the top of the frame.
Di Stefano, Giuseppe, 1921- - Vocalist - tenor - Cavaradossi - Has inscription
A person stands in the center of a large stage set featuring tall columns and an ornate arched doorway. The individual is dressed in a period costume consisting of a light, billowy-sleeved shirt, a dark waistcoat, breeches, and tall black boots. Text at the bottom identifies the scene as a performance of Tosca at Teatro alla Scala featuring Giuseppe di Stefano.
Warren, Leonard, 1911-1960 - Vocalist - baritone - Rigoletto - Has inscription
This black and white portrait features a person in a theatrical costume with graying, wavy hair and a pointed beard. The individual is shown from the chest up, wearing a dark garment with light-colored, ornate embroidery. A signature in dark ink is written across the bottom left corner over the clothing.
Tozzi, Giorgio - Vocalist - bass - Ramfis - Has inscription
A person appears from the chest up wearing ancient Egyptian-style attire. Their costume consists of a multi-tiered collar with dark circular patterns, a light-colored headcloth with a jeweled crown, and a false beard. Dark makeup is applied around their eyes, and a handwritten signature is visible on the lower right side of their clothing.
Fernandi, Eugenio - Vocalist - tenor - Cavaradossi -
A person wears a dark, wide-collared coat over a white shirt with lace ruffles at the neck and cuffs. They hold a thin paintbrush near their chin and a wooden artist's palette in their opposite hand. The person has short dark hair and dark makeup around the eyes, posed against a plain, light background.
Eileen Farrell as Leonora in Il Trovatore
Farrell, Eileen, 1920-2002 - Vocalist - soprano - Leonora - Has inscription
A person stands wearing a floor-length, long-sleeved dark gown with a lustrous finish and a sheer black veil draped over their head and shoulders. The subject is lit by a spotlight from the upper right, which also highlights a handwritten signature. Small studio credits and a serial number appear in the bottom corners against a dark, mottled background.
Cleveland (Ohio) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
A wide interior view of a large, unoccupied theater shows multiple levels of seating, including an expansive orchestra floor and a multi-sectioned balcony. The ceiling displays intricate plasterwork with large circular patterns and a central sunburst light fixture. Rows of light sconces line the side walls, while decorative plumes are positioned along the front edge of the stage.
MacDonald, Jeanette, 1903-1965 - Vocalist - soprano - - Has inscription
A person with light-colored curly hair is positioned from the chest up against a plain background. They wear a beaded gown with a jeweled brooch at the neck and a white fur wrap over one shoulder. Blue ink handwriting and a signature are inscribed diagonally across the center of the person.
Dialogues des Carmelites, Act II, scene 4a
Gencer, Leyla - Vocalist - soprano - Madame Lidoine, new Prioress -
Ratti, Eugenia, 1935- - Vocalist - soprano - Sister Constance
Zeani, Virginia - Vocalist - soprano - Blanche
Act 2, scene 4 -- George Wakhevitc, scene & costumes
A theatrical set shows a two-level church interior with arched openings and a central altar. Multiple individuals wearing dark habits and white veils are kneeling on the floor of the lower level. The upper level contains a religious mural on one side and a tall, narrow window featuring a cross in the center.
Anderson, Marian, 1897-1993 - Vocalist - contralto - - Has inscription
This black and white portrait shows a person in profile, facing toward the right against a dark background. The subject has short, wavy dark hair and is shown from the shoulders up, with dramatic lighting accentuating the facial features. Handwritten text in black ink across the lower center reads, "To Warren Perry kind regards Marian Anderson."
Corena, Fernando - Vocalist - bass - Leporello -
Uppman, Theodor, 1920- - Vocalist - baritone - Masetto
Hurley, Laurel - Vocalist - soprano - Zerlina
A theatrical production features a large cast positioned across a tiered stage with a painted background of a medieval village and castle. The performers wear historical attire including broad-brimmed hats, layered skirts, and patterned tunics. Several individuals stand on elevated stone platforms, while others gather on the main level around a circular design on the floor.
Del Monaco, Mario, 1915- - Vocalist - tenor - Canio -
A large group of people is gathered on a theatrical stage dressed in various historical-style garments and costumes. A tall, thin tree stands to the left, and a silhouette of a building spans the background under a dark sky. Several individuals are positioned on a raised platform, while others stand on the main stage floor, with one person near a large drum.
Fernandi, Eugenio - Vocalist - tenor - Duke of Mantua -
A person with dark hair, a mustache, and a goatee is featured in a black and white portrait wearing a striped, jeweled doublet. They wear a large ornamental chain with a central medallion, and rings are visible on their fingers. One hand rests on their thigh while the other is positioned near their waist holding a hilt.
Singher, Martial - Vocalist - baritone - Iago - Has inscription
This black and white portrait features a person dressed in a period-style costume including a velvet doublet with a buckled belt and intricately patterned sleeves. The subject wears a dark cap and stands with one hand on their hip and the other arm raised. Dark vertical drapes form the background, and a signature is visible in the lower right corner.
Wildermann, William - Vocalist - bass - Ferrando (Trovatore) - Has inscription
A person wears an elaborate theatrical costume including a dark tunic and a tall headpiece with a light-patterned peak. A light-colored cape is draped over one shoulder, and a gauntlet with circular metal rings is worn on the forearm. Handwritten text in blue ink is on the left side, and a signature is visible in the bottom right corner.
A large cast of individuals in diverse historical costumes stands and sits across multiple levels of an elaborate stage set. The background consists of large, textured structures resembling stone walls, a tower, and an arched entrance with a metal gate. The people are arranged in rows, with some on elevated platforms or staircases, wearing varied outfits including long robes, tunics, and head coverings.
The theatrical stage features a nocturnal city square with several stone buildings and lit windows. A central structure with a curved glass awning and the sign "MOMUS" stands adjacent to a wide archway. Numerous figures are distributed across the stage floor, while an orchestra performs in a pit at the bottom foreground. Warm light glows from the interior of the buildings and streetlamps throughout the scene.
Fenn, Jean - Vocalist - soprano - Musetta - Has inscription
A black and white studio portrait shows a person wearing a dress with large puffed sleeves and a full skirt. The individual has styled hair with flowers and a thin headpiece, and wears a necklace with a pendant. The name "Jean Fenn" is written in cursive on the right, and the person is looking upward with their hands resting on their lap.
Cehanovsky, George, 1892-1986 - Vocalist - baritone - Marchese d'Obigny - Has inscription
A person is shown from the waist up wearing a dark jacket with wide lapels and ruffled cuffs over a light-colored vest. They wear a ruffled shirt with a dark necktie and hold white gloves in their clasped hands. The individual has wavy light-colored hair and facial hair, with a handwritten signature appearing across the foreground.
Milanov, Zinka - Vocalist - soprano - Elvira - Has inscription
A person stands indoors wearing an ornate, floor-length gown with a scroll pattern and a jeweled headpiece with a veil. The gown features a square neckline, long sleeves with flowing sheer fabric attached at the shoulders, and a long train. A mirror behind the person reflects their back, and a blue signature is written vertically across the right side of the scene next to a tall wooden cabinet.
Callas, Maria, 1923-1977 - Vocalist - soprano - Anna Bolena -
A person stands on a wooden stage wearing a long, dark, velvet-like gown with fur trim and a white headpiece. The figure is positioned in front of painted architectural pillars, with their hands clasped together at their waist. Dramatic lighting casts a large shadow onto the pillar directly behind the person, while a dark opening is visible to the right.
Kreisler, Fritz, 1875-1962 - Instrumentalist - violin - - Has inscription
Menuhin, Yehudi, 1916- - Instrumentalist - violin -
Two people in formal attire are positioned in an indoor setting featuring a bookshelf and a floral arrangement. One person sits on the left looking toward the other, who leans against a wooden shelf unit containing various volumes. Both wear dark suits, with signatures appearing in ink across the bottom of the frame.
Gigli, Beniamino, 1890-1957 - Vocalist - tenor - - Has inscription
This black and white portrait features a person from the chest up, angled slightly away from the camera. The individual wears a dark suit, a collared shirt, a tie, and a white pocket square. A signature in cursive and the text "LO BIANCO PALERMO 1951" appear at the bottom.
Tebaldi, Renata - Vocalist - soprano - Tosca -
A person wearing a tiara and gown sits behind a table covered in a white cloth. The table is set with a large candelabra holding lit candles, wine glasses, a decanter, and a bowl of fruit. To the left, a hand gestures toward the seated person against a dark background.
Brownlee, John, 1901-1969 - Vocalist - baritone - Dr. Falke - Has inscription
Kullman, Charles, 1903-1983 - Vocalist - tenor - Gabriel von EisensteinHas inscription
Munsel, Patrice, 1925- - Vocalist - soprano - Adele - Has inscription
Novotna, Jarmila, 1907- - Vocalist - soprano - Prince Orlofsky - Has inscription
Piazza, Marguerite - Vocalist - soprano - Rosalinde - Has inscription
Act 2, Prince Orlofsky's guests drink a toast to King Champagne
A black and white scene shows a large cast in formal attire on an elaborate stage set decorated with numerous globe lights and columns. The performers wear costumes including gowns, tuxedos, and uniforms, with some standing in the foreground and others grouped behind them. Five names are written in white script across the upper half: Patrice Munsel, John Brownlee, Jarmila Novotná, Marguerite Piazza, and Charles Kullman.
Act 1 -- Scene and costume design: George Wahkevitc
A black and white scene depicts a theatrical stage production dominated by a large tree with sprawling branches that extend over the set. Groups of people wearing robes, capes, and armor are positioned across the stage floor, some carrying spears and banners. A person stands beside a swan prop in front of a painted backdrop showing distant hills and a body of water.
Miller, Mildred, 1924- - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Cherubino - Has inscription
This black and white portrait features a person in elaborate historical dress, including a powdered wig and a dark coat with large, embroidered cuffs. The individual wears a voluminous white ruffled neckpiece and holds a long, white object between their hands while looking upward. Cursive text is written on the left side of the background, and a signature appears in the bottom right corner.
This black and white view shows a theatrical performance on a stage with a large, intricate set featuring latticed panels and hanging chandeliers. Several people in historical attire are gathered in the center, some standing while others kneel on the patterned floor. Additional groups of performers in period costumes stand at the edges of the stage.
A pair of hands rests on several pages of sheet music in this black and white scene. The hands extend from dark suit sleeves with white cuffs, and a ring is visible on one finger. Strong lighting is directed at the hands and the paper, while the background remains dark.
Kungliga Teatern (Stockholm, Sweden) - Building - - -
Stockholm (Sweden) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
A large neoclassical building with a central dome is situated next to a river in a black and white urban scene. In the foreground, a multi-arched stone bridge crosses the water, supporting vintage cars and pedestrians. The surrounding area contains paved streets, numerous parked vehicles, and distant buildings.
Nicolai, Elena - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - -
A person in a theatrical costume sits on a painted, block-like seat in front of a stage set featuring textured walls and stairs. They wear a dark long-sleeved garment with a patterned overlay and a wide, peaked headpiece with light fabric framing the face. Both hands are placed atop the handle of a dark, vertical cane. The monochromatic scene shows varied textures on the background flats and floor.
Philadelphia Orchestra, Eugene Ormandy conductor
Philadelphia Orchestra - Ensemble - - -
Ormandy, Eugene, 1899-1985 - Conductor - -
This black and white view shows a full orchestra on a stage, with a conductor standing on a tiered platform in the center. Musicians are seated and standing throughout the space, holding instruments such as violins, cellos, harps, and double basses. The background features several large, vertical wall panels, and numerous music stands are visible among the performers wearing formal clothing.
Lipton, Martha - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Adelaide
This theatrical stage set depicts a grand ballroom with a central double staircase and a vaulted ceiling adorned with decorative panels and drapery. A large crystal chandelier hangs in the center, while several people in formal evening attire are positioned on the stairs, balconies, and the floor. Two white settees are placed on either side of the foreground area.
Stern, Isaac, 1920- - Instrumentalist - violin - -
A person with short dark hair wears a dark suit and white bow tie while playing a violin. Their eyes are cast downward toward the instrument, and their hands are positioned on the neck and strings. The background consists of a surface with light and dark vertical stripes.
Rossi-Lemeni, Nicola, 1920- - Vocalist - bass - Selim -
A theatrical stage is framed by ornate painted curtains and features two people in costume. One person stands on the left in a long coat, while another sits at a small table with a hookah. The painted backdrop depicts a moonlit coastal landscape with a smoking volcano, and footlights are visible along the front of the stage.
De Paolis, Alessio - Vocalist - tenor - Alcindoro - Has inscription
This black and white portrait features a person dressed in formal attire including a tall top hat and a monocle. They wear a tuxedo with a ruffled cravat, a brooch, and a cape with a light-colored lining that bears a handwritten signature. The individual looks down at a paper held in one hand while the other hand rests on the handle of a cane.
Arena (Verona, Italy) - Building - - -
A black and white scene shows an expansive outdoor theatrical production with a multi-level set designed with traditional Chinese architectural elements. Dozens of performers in costume are positioned across the stage and on various elevated platforms while a large orchestra plays from a pit below. The background features a tall wall with battlements and a representation of a hillside city under a dark night sky.
Berry, Walter - Vocalist - bass-baritone - Figaro (Nozze di Figaro) - Has inscription
A person with dark hair styled back is shown from the chest up against a light background. They wear a dark jacket over a white shirt with a large neck tie and pleated sleeve cuffs. A signature is written in dark ink across the subject's hand and sleeve at the bottom.
Thomas, Thomas L. - Vocalist - baritone - - Has inscription
A black and white portrait shows a person in a three-quarter profile view wearing a pinstriped suit jacket and a necktie. The individual has dark, slicked-back hair and gazes toward the side against a plain background. Handwritten text in cursive script is visible in the bottom right corner of the frame.
Ernest, Wilhelm, 1913-1975 - Vocalist - tenor - Tannhauser -
Walters, Jess, 1908- - Vocalist - baritone - Wolfram
This black and white scene shows a large cast wearing long robes and capes standing on a stage. Stylized, thorny tree structures are positioned across the stage against a light backdrop. One person is kneeling in the foreground while the rest of the cast is standing in several small groups.
I Musici (Musical group) - Ensemble - - -
A group of people are seated and playing string instruments in a room with a central music stand. Two individuals in the foreground are positioned with their backs to the camera, while others in the background face inward. The room features light-colored wall panels and a section of dark floral wallpaper.
Grümmer, Elisabeth - Vocalist - soprano - Eva -
Wiener, Otto - Vocalist - baritone - Hans Sachs
Two individuals in costumes are positioned against a patterned wall. The seated person wears a long-sleeved gown with a pleated skirt and a floral headpiece, while the person kneeling wears a draped robe. The kneeling individual looks toward the seated person in this black and white scene.
Domplatz (Salzburg, Austria) - Building - - -
Salzburg (Austria) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
Salzburg Festival: Jedermann performance in front of the Cathedral
A monochrome view shows a grand architectural structure featuring multiple windows, statues, and three arched doorways. In front of the building, a large group of people is seated in rows, while another group stands on an elevated platform near the main entrance. A tall stone monument stands in the foreground on the left side of the courtyard.
Robin Hood Dell (Philadelphia, Pa.) - Building - - -
Philadelphia (Pa.) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
A large orchestra performs on a stage positioned under a tall, angled white shell at an outdoor venue. A dense audience fills rows of seating that extend from the front of the stage. The surrounding landscape includes wooded hills, and electric lights are visible throughout the area.
Renata Tebaldi as Leonora di Varga with Giulietta Simionato as Preziosilla
Tebaldi, Renata - Vocalist - soprano - Leonora di Vargas - Has inscription
Simionato, Giulietta - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Preziosilla - Has Inscription
Two individuals are captured in a black and white indoor setting, both with one hand placed on their hip. The person on the left is dressed in a dark jacket with white lace at the collar and cuffs, while the person on the right wears a striped dress and dark jewelry. The background includes a light-colored curtain and a coat rack with hanging garments.
This black and white studio portrait features a person with dark hair swept back from their forehead. The person wears a dark pinstripe jacket over a light-colored shirt and a patterned necktie. Blue handwritten text on the left includes a name and the date 1953, while small white text is visible in the bottom corners.
Swarthout, Gladys, 1904- - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Carmen - Has inscription
This black and white portrait features a person with dark hair styled in waves and decorated with a large floral headpiece. The individual wears large hoop earrings and multiple necklaces, including one with small dangling discs. A striped folding fan appears in the background to the left, and a signature is visible in the bottom right corner.
Teatro dell'opera (Rome, Italy) - Building - - -
Rome, Italy -- Buildings, structures, etc.
A large theater interior features several levels of curved seating balconies overlooking a main floor filled with rows of chairs. The uppermost tier is decorated with pointed arches and hanging lamps, while lower levels contain repetitive arched openings. At the top, a large circular dome is painted with a landscape mural and figures surrounding a bright central opening.
Moscona, Nicola - Vocalist - bass - Ramfis - Has inscription
A person is depicted from the waist up wearing an elaborate theatrical costume styled after ancient Egyptian dress, including a nemes headdress and a wide, tiered collar. The attire includes a tunic with a dark serpent-like design on the chest and a false metallic beard attached to the chin. Handwritten cursive text and a signature from 1953 are inscribed across the center of the costume.
Tibbett, Lawrence, 1896-1960 - Vocalist - baritone - Renato - Has inscription
A person with dark hair and facial hair wears a velvet tunic with white trim and a long, light-colored cape. They are standing on a tiled floor in front of an altar featuring three panels with religious figures. Blue handwritten script is visible at the bottom of the frame.
Cliburn, Van, 1934 - Instrumentalist - piano - - Has inscription
A person is positioned in profile at a piano, looking down at a sheet of music. They wear a dark suit, a white shirt, and a dark bowtie. A handwritten dedication and the signature "Van Cliburn" are written across the middle of the image in dark ink. A small number two is visible in the bottom right corner.
A waist-up view depicts a person in costume against a plain background. They wear a thick tunic with a shawl collar, a wide buckled belt, and dark bands on the sleeves. The person's face features dark theatrical makeup, and their hands are held up with palms facing forward.
Schumann, Elisabeth - Vocalist - soprano - -
A monochromatic studio portrait shows a person from the waist up, seated with their hands clasped. The individual is wearing a dark, V-neck dress featuring lace trim and a sheer cape with scalloped edges. A single-strand pearl necklace and a pearl earring are visible, while the background consists of draped vertical fabric.
Curzon, Clifford, 1907- - Instrumentalist - piano - - Has inscription
A person with short, thinning hair and round spectacles is shown wearing a dark suit jacket, a light collared shirt, and a patterned tie. One hand is raised to the side of the face with fingers resting against the chin. A message and signature written in blue ink are visible on the right side of the background.
Christoff, Boris - Vocalist - bass - Boris Godunov -
Several people wearing long, dark robes and hoods stand on a stage against a dark background. In the center, a hooded person with a long white beard kneels on the floor while holding a wooden staff diagonally. The standing individuals have their heads tilted back and their mouths open.
Verona, Italy -- Buildings, structures, etc.
A dense group of individuals stands in a plaza situated next to the arched stone exterior of an ancient amphitheater. In the background, a large building with a prominent colonnade and several buses are visible. The people fill the space between these structures and extend toward distant trees.
Albanese, Licia - Vocalist - soprano - Manon (Manon) - Has inscription
A person in profile looks upward while wearing a highly styled curled wig adorned with white feathers. They are dressed in a textured, light-colored outfit and decorated with a large oval earring and a multi-stone necklace. Blue cursive handwriting is present over the lower section of the person's torso.
Siepi, Cesare - Vocalist - bass - - Has inscription
A person is depicted from the waist up wearing formal attire, including a dark jacket, white shirt, and white bowtie. They have dark hair styled back and are looking off to the right side against a solid black background. Handwritten text at the bottom edge features a signature and the words "New York 1950."
Hamburgische Staatsoper - Building - - -
Hamburg (Germany) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
The interior of a large theater is shown in black and white, highlighting a wall composed of staggered, angular balcony levels. These white pods extend from a vertical wooden paneled wall and feature dark railings. Rows of seating are visible on the main floor, and the ceiling consists of long, parallel wooden slats.
Brouwenstijn, Gre - Vocalist - soprano - Jenufa -
Fisher, Sylvia, 1910-1996 - Vocalist - soprano - Koststelnicka Buryja
Two performers dressed in traditional attire are positioned on a stage set representing a rustic interior. One person wearing a headscarf sits on a bench behind a wicker basket, while a second person stands nearby in a white top and patterned skirt. Several woven baskets are distributed across the foreground of the stage next to a wooden bench.
Civic Opera House (Chicago, Ill.) - Building - - -
Chicago (Ill.) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
A large, ornate interior hall features a high vaulted ceiling covered in intricate geometric patterns. Several tiered chandeliers hang from the center of the space, while tall fluted columns with vertical light sconces line the side walls. A balcony is situated at the far end of the corridor above an arched opening, and a set of stairs is visible on the left side.
Chicago Architectural Photographing Company
Arrau, Claudio, 1903- - Instrumentalist - piano - - Has inscription
A black and white studio portrait features a person from the chest up against a dark background. The individual has dark, slicked-back hair and a mustache, and is resting their chin on their hand. They are dressed in a dark suit jacket, a light-colored shirt, and a tie. Handwritten text appears on the right side of the frame, and a studio signature is located in the bottom left corner.
Renata Tebaldi as Leonora di Varga in La forza del destino
Tebaldi, Renata - Vocalist - soprano - Leonora di Vargas -
A person sits on wide, textured stairs against a dark backdrop in a black-and-white setting. They wear a long-sleeved, full-length robe cinched with a dark cord at the waist and open-toed sandals. One hand rests on the opposite shoulder while looking toward the camera. The surroundings include dark flats and steps with visible paint markings and textures.
London, George, 1920- - Vocalist - bass-baritone - Escamillo -
A person with dark, slicked-back hair and heavy eye makeup is depicted from the torso up against a plain background. They wear a suit jacket with wide lapels, a ruffled shirt, a dark necktie, and a small hoop earring. One hand is raised toward the face, holding a cigarette between the fingers.
Di Stefano, Giuseppe, 1921- - Vocalist - tenor - Nemorino - Has inscription
A person stands on a stage in front of a village set, wearing a jacket, vest, and knee-high boots with side buckles. They hold a hat in one hand while other individuals in period attire are visible in the background. An autograph and printed text appear at the bottom of the black and white scene.
An ensemble of musicians performs in a black and white indoor setting. The group is seated in chairs on a wooden floor, playing instruments including violins, violas, a cello, and a double bass. A large patterned textile hangs in the background behind some of the performers.
Ferrier, Kathleen, 1912-1953 - Vocalist - contralto - Orfeo - Has inscription
This black and white portrait features a person with short curly hair looking off-camera while holding a lyre. The individual wears a light-colored draped fabric over a dark garment, and the name "Kathleen Ferrier" is signed across the chest. The background consists of horizontal slatted lines.
Hines, Jerome, 1921- - Vocalist - bass - Don Basilio (Barbiere di Siviglia) - Has inscription
A monochrome profile shows a person in theatrical makeup with an elongated nose and chin, wearing round spectacles and a large, dark hat positioned vertically. The person is dressed in a dark robe and has long, thin hair, with one hand raised and a finger pointing outward. Handwriting in the upper left corner reads "Jerome Hines John 14:6," and a signature is visible at the bottom left.
Christoff, Boris - Vocalist - bass - Boris Godunov - Has inscription
A central figure wearing a crown and elaborate robes stands on a raised platform while holding a long staff. Other people in various period costumes and headwear stand in the background and on a set of stairs to the right. Handwritten text is scrawled across the bottom left corner of the scene.
A theatrical stage is occupied by several figures wearing long robes, with a group gathered on the left and a single person standing on the right. Thin, leafless trees are placed across the performance area, extending toward the top of the scene. The background is a large surface with horizontal textures, and the stage floor is brightly lit, revealing a patterned design.
Klemperer, Otto, 1885-1973 - Conductor - - - Has inscription
This black and white portrait shows a person with dark, wavy hair and glasses looking downward. The individual is dressed in a dark suit jacket, a patterned tie, and a collared shirt. A handwritten signature at the bottom of the frame reads "Otto Klemperer 1959."
Ansermet, Ernest, 1883-1969 - Conductor - - - Has inscription
Reverse stamped: June 1950 -- Signed: 1954
A person with a light-colored beard and graying hair stands against a neutral background. They wear a dark, double-breasted suit jacket over a collared shirt and a necktie. Their hands are positioned behind their back. A handwritten signature is visible in the lower left corner.
Steber, Eleanor - Vocalist - soprano - Marie (Wozzeck) -
A person with dark shoulder-length hair sits at a table in front of a white brick wall. The individual is leaning forward over a large open book with one hand on the page and the other hand held to the chest. To the right of the book, a lit candle rests in a small dish on the table.