Di Stefano, Giuseppe, 1921- - Vocalist - tenor - Duke of Mantua - Has inscription
A person with dark hair and a mustache is depicted from the chest up wearing an intricate garment with a ruffled collar and metallic lattice-patterned embroidery. The individual has an open-mouthed expression and is positioned against a plain background. Blue ink handwriting is visible in the upper right-hand corner.
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Barbieri, Fedora - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - -
Lauri-Volpi, Giacomo, 1892- - Vocalist - tenor -
A stage production is populated by many performers in elaborate costumes, including robes, headdresses, and armor. The set consists of large architectural elements adorned with relief carvings of figures, chariots, and a winged sun disc above a central opening. Performers are positioned across the stage, with some holding large decorative fans, circular shields, and standards.
Kónya, Sándor, 1923- - Vocalist - tenor - Lohengrin -
Rysanek, Leonie - Vocalist - soprano - Elsa
This black and white scene depicts a theatrical performance with numerous performers in long, decorated robes positioned on tiered levels surrounding a central circular platform. A central figure in a white robe stands on the stage while others are arranged in groups to the sides and on an elevated background area. Above the performers, a large, textured mass resembling foliage is suspended within a wide, glowing arc against a plain backdrop.
Ormandy, Eugene, 1899-1985 - Conductor - - -
A person stands behind a dark lectern or music stand, wearing a light-colored long-sleeved shirt and trousers. They have one arm raised with an open palm while pointing forward with the index finger of the other hand. An open book rests on the stand in front of them, set against a dark, solid background.
Houston Symphony Orchestra - Ensemble - - -
A black and white view shows a large orchestra seated on a tiered stage within a concert hall. Musicians are arranged by section, with string players in the front and middle tiers and double basses positioned along the rear. Additional instruments including a harp and percussion are visible on the right, while a grand piano sits in the foreground below the stage level.
Marsh, Calvin - Vocalist - baritone - Baron Douphol -
A black and white portrait shows a person from the chest up against a neutral background. The person has dark, slicked-back hair, a mustache, and wears a dark military-style uniform. The uniform features light-colored braided epaulettes, a high collar with decorative trim, and several horizontal rows of metallic buttons and stripes on the chest. Text is visible at the bottom identifying the person as Calvin Marsh in the role of Duphol from "La Traviata".
Løvberg, Aase Nordmo, 1923- - Vocalist - soprano - Elsa -
An ornate crown with several large jewels sits atop a person's head over a white fabric covering. Additional layers of white fabric are draped across the person's shoulders and chest. The person features light-colored eyes and dark eyeliner, set against a plain dark background in this black and white scene.
Lehmann, Lotte - Vocalist - soprano - - Has inscription
This sepia-toned portrait features a person from the chest up with dark hair styled away from the face, wearing a light-colored V-neck garment and a textured fur stole. Blue handwritten text across the center reads "Kindest regards Lotte Lehmann 1941." A small studio mark is located in the bottom right corner.
Milanov, Zinka - Vocalist - soprano - La Gioconda - Has inscription
A monochrome portrait shows a person wearing an elaborate, floral-patterned robe with large, draped sleeves and a beaded headpiece. The person stands with their hands clasped and looks toward the side. Blue ink handwriting appears in the upper left corner, and the year 1954 is written on the left side.
Della Casa, Lisa - Vocalist - soprano - - Has inscription
A sepia-toned studio portrait depicts a person in profile from the waist up, wearing an ornate jacket with floral embroidery and a sword at the waist. The person wears a white powdered wig with side curls and holds a decorative branch featuring metallic flowers. A handwritten signature reading "Lisa Della Casa" is visible on the bottom border.
A large ensemble of people in historical clothing is gathered on a stage set featuring stone battlements and arched doorways. Several individuals hold lit torches aloft while others are seated or standing across the floor. A painted backdrop of dramatic clouds fills the background behind the performers and architectural elements.
Resnik, Regina, 1922- - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Carmen - Has inscription
A sepia-toned portrait shows an individual with dark, curled hair pulled back, wearing large hoop earrings and a cigarette in their mouth. The person wears a light-colored dress with ruffled sleeves and dark trim, with a patterned shawl draped over one shoulder. Hand-written green ink text at the bottom right includes a signature and identifies the subject as "Regina Resnik as 'Carmen'".
Renata Tebaldi as Alice Ford with Tito Gobbi as Falstaff
Tebaldi, Renata - Vocalist - soprano - Alice Ford - Has inscription
Gobbi, Tito - Vocalist - baritone - FalstaffHas inscription
Two people in period costumes stand side-by-side against a dark background. On the left, one person wears a large, structural white headpiece and a long, patterned shimmering cloak. The person on the right is dressed in a dark tunic over a light-colored shirt and dark hose. Handwritten signatures are written across the center of the scene in blue and black ink.
Singher, Martial - Vocalist - baritone - Pelleas - Has inscription
A person in historical costume wears a patterned tunic with side lacing and styled hair. Blue handwritten text at the top left corner includes a dedication to Dr. Warren Perry and the name Martial Singher dated 1955. The subject looks off to the side with one hand resting on their chest.
Janis, Byron - Instrumentalist - piano - - Has inscription
A black and white portrait features a person in a dark suit and tie seated at a grand piano. One hand is placed on the piano keys while the other arm rests on the piano's body above the Steinway & Sons logo. Handwritten inscriptions and a signature are visible over the right portion of the piano and background.
Borkh, Inge - Vocalist - soprano - Lady Macbeth -
Weede, Robert - Vocalist - baritone - Macbeth
This theatrical scene features a large cast in period attire arranged around a long banquet table on a raised platform. Two central figures stand at the front, one wearing a crown and the other a dark tunic with a large medallion. Numerous other performers are grouped behind the table and on a set of stairs to the side under dramatic lighting.
Melton, James, 1904-1961 - Vocalist - tenor - - Has inscription
A person in formal attire is seated against a light background. They wear a light-colored suit jacket over a collared shirt and dark tie, with their hands resting in their lap displaying a ring and a watch. The lower right portion of the scene includes a handwritten signature and a small studio mark.
De Paolis, Alessio - Vocalist - tenor - Spoletta -
A person stands against a plain light background wearing a dark, multi-layered period costume featuring a high-collared coat and a shoulder cape. The individual has short dark hair and looks off to the side of the frame. One hand rests on a cane handle, and the other hand holds a dark hat.
Monte Carlo (Monaco) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
This theater interior features an elevated, highly decorative balcony box draped in curtains and adorned with garlands. Numerous individuals in formal clothing occupy the box and the rows of seating below. The walls and upper balconies are decorated with intricate architectural carvings, including shields and sculptural figures.
Teatro Verdi (Venice) on San Giorgio Island
Teatro Verdi (Venice) - Building - - -
Venice, Italy -- Buildings, structures, etc.
An outdoor amphitheater is shown from an aerial perspective, featuring several sections of curved, tiered seating facing a large stage area. The stage is bordered by hedges and flanked by two tall scaffolding towers, while the surrounding landscape includes tall trees and manicured lawns. Geometric patterns are visible on the floor sections in the foreground and on the rooftops of adjacent structures.
A stage set features several tall vertical banners decorated with Ancient Egyptian style illustrations of figures and symbols. A large central banner displays a standing figure flanked by two others, while side panels show rows of figures and hieroglyphic patterns. At the bottom center, a person in a long white garment stands with arms raised, illuminated by a bright spotlight.
Thebom, Blanche - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Amneris - Has inscription
A black and white studio photograph features a person wearing an Egyptian-style headdress and a wide jeweled collar. The person wears a dark bobbed wig with thin braids and a headband with a central metallic ornament. A handwritten signature in blue ink is scrawled across the chest area over the costume.
Cleveland Public Auditorium - Building - - -
Cleveland (Ohio) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
This high-angle view features a large, neo-classical public building with rows of arched windows and a flat roof. Surrounded by a dense line of trees and grassy areas with walkways, the building stands in a city landscape with a large body of water and a cloudy sky in the background. Other large buildings are visible on either side of the central structure.
Gedda, Nicolai - Vocalist - tenor - Gabriel von Eisenstein -
Güden, Hilde - Vocalist - soprano - Rosalinde
A stage set depicts a large room with diamond-patterned floral wallpaper, upholstered furniture, and a large chandelier hanging from the ceiling. Three people are positioned across the space: one in a light-colored, floor-length garment on the left, one seated in a chair in the middle, and one standing near a doorway on the right. The room features ornate window treatments, framed wall decor, and a large rug covering the central floor area.
Ernest, Wilhelm, 1913-1975 - Vocalist - tenor - Tannhauser -
A person with wavy hair and stage makeup stands holding a dark-framed lyre with both hands. They wear a dark long-sleeved garment with a light-colored shoulder drape and a wide belt. The background consists of dark, thin, vertical structures against a lighter backdrop.
Munsel, Patrice, 1925- - Vocalist - soprano - -
A piece of stationery contains a handwritten message in blue ink addressed to Mr. Perry. The text includes a thank you for a previous letter and mentions sending a photograph under separate cover. A black monogram of the letters "PM" is printed in the upper left corner, and the note concludes with a signature at the bottom.
Novotna, Jarmila, 1907- - Vocalist - soprano - Violetta - Has inscription
A person is shown from the waist up, dressed in a light-colored gown with ruffled sleeves and intricate embroidery. They hold a bouquet of pale roses and have similar flowers tucked into their hair, paired with a large jeweled necklace and drop earrings. Their gaze is directed upward against a background that transitions from draped light fabric to solid black, with handwritten blue ink across the bottom of the dress.
Merrill, Robert, 1917- - Vocalist - baritone - - Has inscription
A person stands wearing a dark, high-collared jacket with double-breasted buttons and a long cape. They hold a black shako hat with a white feather plume in one arm and rest their other hand on a sword hilt. A handwritten signature is located on the right side of the composition.
Teatro alla Scala (left half of interior)
Milan (Italy) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
A large crowd occupies the ground floor and six levels of ornate balcony boxes in a grand theater. The curved balcony railings are decorated with floral garlands and lit by small, round light fixtures. The audience members are dressed in formal clothing and face towards an unseen stage.
Printed thank you note from Beniamino Gigli
Gigli, Beniamino, 1890-1957 - Vocalist - tenor - -
A vertical rectangular card features black text in a stylized script font. The words "With Compliments and Good Wishes of Beniamino Gigli" are centered across multiple lines. The background of the card is a light, neutral color with visible aged textures and subtle vertical variations.
Monteux, Pierre, 1875-1964 - Conductor - - -
Reverse: Guest conductor, 75th Anniversary Season, 1955-56
This black and white portrait shows a person with a prominent mustache and dark hair from the chest up. They are wearing a textured suit jacket with a lapel pin, a light-colored collared shirt, and a patterned tie. One hand is raised to the side of the head with the fingers resting against the temple. A white pocket square is tucked into the breast pocket of the jacket.
Uppman, Theodor, 1920- - Vocalist - baritone - Gabriel von Eisenstein -
This black and white studio portrait shows a person from the thighs up against a plain background. The individual wears a striped tailcoat with dark lapels and light trousers, with one arm crossed and the other hand touching their chin. A signature is visible in the bottom right corner.
Kostelanetz, Andre, 1901- - Conductor - - - Has inscription
Reverse: Guest conductor, Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra
This black and white portrait features a person with short, thinning hair dressed in a dark suit jacket and patterned necktie. The individual is shown from the chest up against a light background with their face turned slightly to the side and teeth showing. A blue ink signature reading "Andre Kostelanetz" is written across the lower center of the person's attire.
Stokowski, Leopold, 1882-1971 - Conductor - - -
A person with short white hair stands on a low platform against a plain white background. The individual is dressed in formal evening attire consisting of a black tailcoat, black trousers, a white shirt, a white bowtie, and a white pocket square. Their hands are clasped together at the waist while facing toward the front.
Rysanek, Leonie - Vocalist - soprano - -
A person in formal attire stands on a tiered platform in front of a large, dark, rectangular opening. They wear a floor-length gown, a necklace, and a bracelet. The person is positioned with their head tilted back and one hand held to their chest.
Carteri, Rosanna - Vocalist - soprano - Mimi - Has inscription
A person stands centrally in a black and white scene wearing a floor-length plaid dress with a white collar and a dark shawl. Behind them is a stage set featuring multi-paned windows and a sign that reads "ODES." The lower portion of the frame is covered in cursive handwriting and includes the date "1953."
Arena (Verona, Italy) - Building - - -
A theatrical performance occurs within an outdoor arena featuring tiered stone seating and elaborate stage sets. Numerous costumed figures occupy the main stage area and the surrounding stairs, with an orchestra positioned in a pit at the bottom. Decorative pillars and dragon motifs are visible throughout the multi-level set under bright stage lighting.
Regina Resnik as the Baroness in Vanessa
Resnik, Regina, 1922- - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Baroness - Has inscription
A person is depicted from the waist up in a black and white studio setting. They wear a garment with a high beaded neckline, tiered puffed sleeves, and a skirt decorated with dark circular patterns. Their hair is styled in short, tight waves, and handwritten text is present on the lower-left side of the frame.
Vinay, Ramon - Vocalist - tenor/baritone - Otello - Has inscription
This black and white portrait features a person's head and shoulders, with their gaze directed upwards and to the side. The individual wears a light-colored checkered headcloth draped over their dark, curly hair. They have a mustache and beard, and a large metallic hoop earring is visible on one ear. Blue cursive handwriting is scrawled across the left side of the frame over the person's face and clothing.
Albanese, Licia - Vocalist - soprano - Marguerite - Has inscription
A person with long light-colored hair and a lace cap looks into a small hand mirror. They wear a light-colored garment with puffed sleeves, multiple beaded necklaces, and a large bracelet on their wrist. An ornate, open jewelry box and a cluster of flowers sit on a surface in front of the person. A handwritten signature in dark ink is inscribed across the lower half of the scene.
Tebaldi, Renata - Vocalist - soprano - Amelia Grimaldi - Has inscription
A person is shown in profile from the waist up, wearing a gown with puffed sleeves and flowing fabric. Their hair is gathered in an updo, and they wear a long earring. Blue cursive handwriting is inscribed over the dark background on the right side. Lighting highlights the person's profile and the textures of the garment against a dark backdrop.
Gavazzeni, Gianandrea, 1909- - Conductor - - - Has inscription
A person wearing a dark suit and white bow tie sits in a room featuring carved wood paneling and heavy curtains. Blue ink cursive handwriting and the year 1960 are written vertically across the individual's white shirt. One hand rests on a knee while the person looks upward toward the left.
Thebom, Blanche - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Prince Orlofsky -
A person wearing an ornate military-style uniform with multiple medals and a sash poses for a black-and-white portrait. They have a thin mustache and hold a long cigarette holder with a lit end. The individual is shown from the waist up against a neutral background.
Badioli, Carlo - Vocalist - bass - Warlaam - Has inscription
A black and white portrait features a person in a fringed tunic, a striped scarf, and a wide sash. The individual has a full grey beard and holds a tall wooden staff while gesturing upward with one finger. Text in the bottom right corner identifies the subject as Carlo Badioli in the role of Warlaam from Boris Godunov.
Motley's (Elizabeth Montgomery) sketch for Plunkett's costume in Martha, Act I, scene 3
Act 1, scene 3 -- Motley's sketch for Plunkett
A black and white costume sketch depicts a person in profile wearing a long, vertically striped nightshirt and a tassel-topped nightcap. The person holds a candle on a small holder in their right hand and wears dark slippers. Handwritten text in the corners includes character information and scene details from a production.
Andersson, Frans - Vocalist - bass-baritone - Kurvenal -
Hoffman, Grace - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Brangane
Windgassen, Wolfgang - Vocalist - tenor - Tristan
Three individuals wearing long, plain garments are positioned on a stage against a large, brightly lit backdrop. One person stands on the left in light-colored clothing, a second person reclines on the floor in the center, and a third person stands on the right in a dark, floor-length robe. The stage is framed by draped fabric at the top and sides, with shadows stretching across the floor.
Solomon, 1902- - Instrumentalist - piano - - Has inscription
A person is seated in profile with their hands positioned over the keys of a grand piano. They are wearing a dark suit, white collared shirt, and a dark tie. Blue handwritten text and a signature are visible in the background above the piano.
Labò, Flaviano - Vocalist - tenor - Alvaro -
This black and white portrait features a person from the chest up. The person has short, dark hair and is looking toward the upper right corner of the frame with their mouth slightly open. They are wearing a dark hooded garment over a light-colored, textured tunic, with both hands positioned against the chest.
Giorgio Tozzi as Sparafucile with Anna Maria Canale as Maddalena
Tozzi, Giorgio - Vocalist - bass - Sparafucile -
Canali, Anna Maria - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Maddalena (Rigoletto)
A performance features two people in distinct costumes within a room with wooden beams and a textured wall. One person in the foreground wears a headscarf, a light-colored blouse, and a full skirt while looking to the right. A second person in a dark tunic and boots stands behind a wooden table with several objects on top.
Serkin, Rudolf, 1903- - Instrumentalist - piano - - Has inscription
A person wearing a suit and glasses is seated at a piano with their hands on the keys. The black and white scene includes a window and a desk with papers in the background. Handwritten text in the top right corner contains a dedication and signature dated November 21st, 1952.
A black and white theatrical scene features several individuals wearing dark robes and head coverings on a wooden stage. One person in a light-colored top stands near a seated figure on the left, while another is curled on the floor in the foreground. The stage includes tiered platforms and tall fabric backdrops under dramatic lighting.
Taddei, Giuseppe - Vocalist - baritone - Carlo Gerard - Has inscription
A person stands on a wooden stage wearing a long black coat, a wide sash, and dark boots. They hold a feathered hat in their hand while standing before a painted backdrop of narrow city buildings. A signature in blue ink is visible on the right side of the scene.
A theatrical performance takes place on a stage defined by a tall, heavily textured central pillar and a perimeter of large wooden beams. Three performers in historical-style garments stand on the lit stage floor, including one in a long gown and another in a cape. The surrounding area is dark, focusing light on the central stage and the textured surfaces of the scenic elements.
Royal Opera House (London, England) - Building - - -
London (England) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
A grand theater auditorium features rows of seats on the main floor facing a stage framed by a decorative proscenium arch. Multiple levels of seating boxes with ornamental carvings and lighting line the side walls. The stage is covered by large curtains and topped with a valance featuring a central crest.
Florence (Italy) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
View at night of an angle of the Pitti Palace
A grand classical building with arched windows and textured columns is illuminated at night behind a tiered fountain. The fountain features multiple levels and several small sculptures around its base and upper basins. Stone balustrades frame the courtyard area, and the surrounding environment is dark.
Milstein, Nathan, 1903- - Instrumentalist - violin - - Has inscription
A person wearing a pinstriped suit, white shirt, and dark tie is shown in profile while playing a violin. The individual looks down toward the instrument as they hold a bow across the strings. Handwritten blue text is present in the upper left corner, and a small alphanumeric code appears in the bottom left.
This black and white portrait features a person in formal attire, including a dark jacket, a white collared shirt, and a striped tie. The person is angled towards the side while looking forward, with their hands resting on a surface in the lower-left foreground. Strong directional lighting creates highlights on the face and casts the background and parts of the clothing into deep shadow.
Ayo, Felix - Instrumentalist - violin - -
Member of I Musici -- Reverse stamped: Hurok Attractions
A person stands in front of a neutral-colored wall with decorative trim, dressed in a black tuxedo with a white bow tie and waistcoat. They hold a violin tucked under their chin, with their left hand on the fingerboard and their right hand grasping a bow. The individual looks toward the side while posed with the instrument.
Teatro dell'opera (Rome, Italy) - Building - - -
Rome, Italy -- Buildings, structures, etc.
The black and white scene displays a tiered auditorium featuring several rows of private boxes and a main floor filled with seating. Arched openings and hanging light fixtures line each level, culminating in a decorative ceiling with larger arches. A central, ornate box is positioned directly opposite the stage area.
Hines, Jerome, 1921- - Vocalist - bass - Sparafucile - Has inscription
A person appears in a black and white close-up wearing theatrical makeup, including thick dark eyebrows and a goatee. The individual wears a dark headscarf and has visible markings resembling scars on the forehead and cheek. Handwritten text in the lower-left corner identifies the subject as Jerome Hines in the role of Sparafucile from "Rigoletto."
Metropolitan Opera House (New York, N.Y.: 1883-1967) - Building - - -
New York (N.Y.) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
A large audience in formal clothing fills the main floor and four ornate balcony levels of a theater. A person stands at a conductor's podium in front of the seating area. In the lower foreground, musicians with violins and other instruments occupy the orchestra pit.
Stella, Antonietta - Vocalist - soprano - Violetta - Has inscription
A black and white portrait displays a person wearing an oversized, wide-brimmed hat with hanging tassels along the edge. The person is dressed in a ruffled garment with a dark, pleated band and looks upward. Handwritten text in blue ink is visible across the center, including the name Antonietta Stella and the date "N.Y. gennaio 1957".
Dominguez, Oralia - Vocalist - contralto - Marina -
Multiple people in light-colored costumes and headpieces are arranged in groups across a dark stage. A tall backdrop in the center displays a grid pattern framed by long, vertical elements that taper to a point. The performers are positioned on the left and right sides near draped tables, with one individual reclining on a central platform.
Rankin, Nell - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Marina -
A person stands in a detailed period costume featuring large, puffed sleeves and a high, stiffened collar. They are adorned with a tiara and a beaded necklace, looking slightly upward and away from the camera. The setting is a plain studio background with lighting focused on the subject.
Arrau, Claudio, 1903- - Instrumentalist - piano - - Has inscription
A person with a mustache wearing a dark suit and white bowtie leans over the top edge of a grand piano with their hands clasped. They are looking to the left, while a reflection of their face appears in the piano's polished lid above them. The top left corner contains a handwritten signature that reads "Claudio Arrau" and the date "1952". A small copyright mark for "NEWMAN" is visible in the bottom right corner of the black and white composition.
Primrose, William, 1904- - Instrumentalist - viola - - Has inscription
A person with short, slicked-back hair and a thin mustache holds a stringed instrument near their shoulder in this black and white portrait. They wear a suit jacket, collared shirt, and striped necktie. A handwritten signature, "William Primrose," is written across the neck of the instrument, and a photographer's mark appears in the lower-right corner.
Act 2, scene 1: entry of the Wooden Horse
This black and white view captures a theatrical production featuring a set with a large stone archway and giant wooden legs. Performers in tunics and armor are spread across the stage, with many kneeling or gesturing toward a large circular wooden object in the center. An orchestra pit with musicians and instruments is visible at the bottom of the frame.
Steber, Eleanor - Vocalist - soprano - Marschallin -
A person wearing an elaborate tricorn hat adorned with large feathers is shown in a black and white portrait. The individual is dressed in a dark, velvet-textured wrap featuring decorative trim and bows on the sleeve. Accessories include large, dangling earrings and a necklace, set against a soft, light background.
This black and white view captures a theatrical production with five people positioned across a wide stage. The performers wear detailed period costumes, including full-length gowns and buckled shoes. The set is framed by draped, tasseled curtains and features a complex architectural backdrop with geometric trellis designs and tall, decorative pillars.
Novaes, Guiomar - Instrumentalist - piano - -
This close-up portrait features a person with short, dark, styled hair wearing a pearl necklace and a ring. The person rests their chin on their hand against a light, neutral background. Bright lighting emphasizes the subject's features, and a signature is visible in the bottom left corner.
Act 1, scene 3, Padre Guardiano, the Church of Madonna degli Angeli -- Antonio Votto, conductor
This black and white scene features a stage set with large stone architectural structures resembling a church or cathedral. A central figure in a light-colored robe and headpiece stands in a large, ornate arched doorway, flanked by two groups of people in dark hooded robes kneeling on the floor. A large stone crucifix is positioned on the right, and the interior of the building shows stained glass windows and lit candles.
Barbieri, Fedora - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Amneris - Has inscription
A person is depicted in a black and white portrait from the chest up, wearing a dark wig composed of numerous braids and an elaborate headpiece with two spherical-tipped protrusions. The individual is dressed in a sequined costume and is looking upwards toward a plain background. Handwritten text is visible in the upper right area of the background.
Festspielhaus (Bayreuth, Germany) - Building - - -
Print of pencil drawing, artist unknown -- View: interior
An ornate theater interior is depicted in a black and white sketch, showing a large stage with a draped curtain and a highly decorative proscenium. Rows of people are seated in a curved auditorium facing the stage, with architectural columns and light fixtures lining the side walls. A signature is visible in the bottom right corner.
Spalding, Albert, 1888-1953 - Instrumentalist - violin - -
A person in formal attire, including a dark suit and tie, holds a violin by the neck and a bow in their hands. The individual has short dark hair and faces the viewer directly. The backdrop features a dark field with a light, textured patch centered behind the person.
Ponselle, Rosa, 1897-1981 - Vocalist - soprano - Carmen - Has inscription
A person wears an ornate gown with multiple ruffled tiers and a decorative shawl while leaning on a circular object. A large fringed fabric hangs in the background, and the person's hair is styled with flowers. Handwritten blue ink in the lower right corner includes a signature and the year 1951.
This black and white view shows the large, Neoclassical Cleveland Public Auditorium building from across a street intersection. The masonry facade features rows of arched windows and the building's name inscribed near the top. Two vintage cars are parked along the curb in the foreground, and streetlights stand on the sidewalk beside the structure.
Stignani, Ebe - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Adalgisa - Has inscription
This black and white portrait features a person in a floor-length light-colored gown with dark trim and a shoulder sash looking upward. Blue handwritten text is inscribed across the bottom half of the frame, including the date 1955. The background is a neutral gradient without specific features.
A large group of people wearing costumes with intricate geometric patterns is arranged on a stage. In the background, individuals hold tall, oval shields, and a large winged statue stands at the center. The set includes walls decorated with patterns and a backdrop of a cloudy sky.
Warfield, Sandra - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Marcellina - Has inscription
A person in period attire stands against a neutral background wearing a high wavy wig and a black lace headpiece. The individual wears a long-sleeved dress with lace details and holds a dark, handheld folding fan. Small round spectacles are perched on their nose with a thin chain attached, and the signature "Sandra Warfield" appears in the lower right corner.
Tito Gobbi as Rodrigo with Richard Tucker as Don Carlos
Gobbi, Tito - Vocalist - baritone - Rodrigue -
Tucker, Richard, 1913-1975 - Vocalist - tenor - Don Carlos
Act III, scene 2 -- Other cast (not pictured): Giulietta Simonato, Princess Eboli
Margherita Roberti, Elisabetta di Valois
Two individuals in historical attire stand on a wooden stage against a dark background. The person on the left wears a dark textured doublet and high boots, leaning back against a draped object with their head tilted back. The person on the right is dressed in a white shirt and dark trunks, holding the wrist of the person on the left.
Albanese, Licia - Vocalist - soprano - Mimi - Has inscription
This monochrome portrait features a person resting their chin on a hand while looking slightly upward. The subject wears a checkered dress with lace at the neckline and a large dark bow pinned to the front, complemented by a matching bow in their hair. Text in the bottom right corner identifies the person as Licia Albanese in the role of Mimi for "La Bohème" at Teatro alla Scala, and a cursive signature is written across the center of the figure.
Tito Gobbi as Rigoletto with Anna Moffo as Gilda
Gobbi, Tito - Vocalist - baritone - Rigoletto - Has inscription
Moffo, Anna - Vocalist - soprano - Gilda
This scene shows two people on a stage with dark backgrounds and ornate wooden furniture. A person in a long, white gown kneels on the floor, while another person in a dark, patterned outfit with puffed sleeves sits in a high-backed chair with their hands clasped. A white margin at the bottom of the frame includes a handwritten signature.
Nicolai, Elena - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - -
A performer stands on a stage wearing an ornate costume consisting of a tiered skirt, multiple decorative belts, a tall headpiece, and a long cape that trails behind them. In one hand, they hold a tall staff decorated with circular elements, and they are positioned in front of a wall made of large, textured rectangular blocks. Text in the bottom left corner identifies the setting as Teatro alla Scala and the production as Elettra.
Hallé Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli conductor?
A large group of musicians is arranged on a tiered stage, with a conductor standing on a podium in the center foreground. The performers play a variety of instruments, including strings and percussion, in front of a wall decorated with vertical panels and a crest. A caption at the bottom of the black and white scene reads "The HALLE ORCHESTRA."
Busch, Fritz, 1890-1951 - Conductor - - - Has inscription
A person with short, slicked-back hair is depicted from the shoulders up, looking slightly off-camera. They are dressed in a dark suit jacket, a white collared shirt, and a dark necktie against a black background. A handwritten signature and a photographer's mark are visible at the bottom of the frame.
Olivero, Magda - Vocalist - soprano - Margherita -
A person sits on a flat surface in front of a wall constructed from large, rounded stones. They wear a long-sleeved, loose robe and have long, curly hair that extends down their back. A heavy, coarse fabric covers their legs, and they wear a sandal on one visible foot. The scene is illuminated by high-contrast lighting in a black-and-white format.
Dobbs, Mattiwilda - Vocalist - soprano - Pamina -
Uppman, Theodor, 1920- - Vocalist - baritone - Tamino
A theatrical stage set contains a large central structure of arching, pointed bars flanked by two decorative pillars with floral ornaments. One person wearing a textured costume stands on the left near a set of steps, while another person in a long gown stands in the center-foreground. The scene is illuminated from the front against a dark background.
Hopf, Hans - Vocalist - tenor - Lohengrin - Has inscription
A person stands wearing a theatrical costume consisting of a winged helmet, a chainmail tunic, and a light-colored cape fastened with circular brooches. They hold a sword in their right hand and a large, decorated shield in their left, which features a bird design and floral patterns. A dark cursive signature is written across the center of the figure, and a studio credit is visible in the bottom left corner. The background is a plain, light-colored surface with a soft spotlight effect behind the subject's head.
Motley's (Elizabeth Montgomery) sketch for Lionel's costume in Martha, Act I, scene 2
Act 1, scene 2 -- Motley's sketch for Lionel's costume
A person stands with hands on hips in a costume sketch featuring a long dark coat, light-colored trousers, and dark leggings. Handwritten text in the upper right corner identifies the character as "Lionel" and lists garment details such as a blue corduroy coat and red kerchief. The sketch also includes a signature at the bottom right and a handwritten number at the top left corner.
Rossi-Lemeni, Nicola, 1920- - Vocalist - bass - Boris Godunov - Has inscription
A person wearing an ornate, patterned royal robe and a fur-trimmed crown with a cross stands holding a long scepter topped with an eagle. The robe is embellished with numerous jewels and intricate embroidery across the sleeves and hem. Text at the bottom identifies the subject as Nicola Rossi-Lemeni in the role of Boris Goudnov.
Prokofiev, Sergey, 1891-1953 - Composer - - -
A black and white profile view shows a person from the chest up against a dark background. The individual has a high forehead with thinning hair and is looking toward the right. They are dressed in a dark jacket, a light-colored collared shirt, and a patterned tie. A small inscription reading "N.Y. 83" is visible in the bottom right corner.
Sutherland, Joan, 1926- - Vocalist - soprano - Donna Anna -
A person wears a dark, textured dress with lace details and a matching headpiece that drapes over their shoulders. They are positioned in front of a stone structure with carved details and a balustrade visible in the upper background. The lighting highlights the person's face as they look upward and to the side.
Silveri, Paolo - Vocalist - baritone - Rodrigue -
A person in detailed historical attire stands in front of a classical stone building featuring a large column and a statue. They wear a striped doublet, a ruff collar, a feathered hat, and dark hose. Behind the person is a partially draped statue set within a recessed alcove.
Munsel, Patrice, 1925- - Vocalist - soprano - Perichole - Has inscription
A person wears a white bowler hat over a matching headscarf tied under the chin in a black and white composition. One hand is held against the face, displaying a large ring on the fingers. The subject wears a ruffled white garment, and a cursive signature is written across the lower left corner.
Birgit Nilsson as Brunnhilde with Jerome Hines as Wotan
Nilsson, Birgit - Vocalist - soprano - Brunnhilde - Has inscription
Hines, Jerome, 1921- - Vocalist - bass - Wotan
A black and white scene features two individuals in elaborate costumes on a stage set designed to look like rocky terrain. One person stands wearing a winged helmet and a long cape while holding a large spear, and the second person sits nearby wearing a cloak and a patterned garment. Cursive writing and a photographer's credit are located at the bottom of the frame.
A wide-angle black and white view shows a large theatrical production on a tiered stage featuring a pagoda-like building at the top. Performers in ornate costumes and elaborate headpieces are arranged on various levels of the steps. Dark banners line the background while several figures are seated in the foreground facing the stage.
Dobbs, Mattiwilda - Vocalist - soprano - -
This black and white portrait shows a person from the chest up with dark curly hair and hands clasped beneath the chin. The person wears dangling earrings and a knotted necklace while looking toward the upper right. They are dressed in an off-the-shoulder garment against a light background featuring a signature in the top right corner.
Mödl, Martha - Vocalist - soprano - Kundry -
A black and white composite features a person in the foreground with their head tilted back and eyes closed. This figure is layered over a backdrop of concentric, textured light patterns that form a circular, tunnel-like shape. In the distance, within the center of the patterns, a small person sits holding a long horizontal object.
Giardino di Boboli (Florence, Italy) - Building - - -
This black and white architectural scene displays a large classical building with multiple windows and a flat roofline. In front of the building, a tiered seating area is composed of numerous rows of chairs organized into distinct rectangular sections. Large trees frame the sides of the courtyard, while a dense cityscape with various historical structures and a distant mountain range fill the background.
This black and white interior depicts a spacious hall with a polished floor reflecting light from a line of large crystal chandeliers. A row of tall, fluted columns with decorative capitals stands on the right, while the left wall contains inset mirrors and small chairs. A doorway with a dark curtain is visible in the background.