Act 1, scene 3a -- Scene and costumes: Zuffi
A wide stage is populated by dozens of people in long robes and cloaks, positioned at different heights on a tiered floor. Four tall, carved pillars dominate the center of the set, flanked by two ornate, abstract side structures. A single figure stands prominently on a raised central platform under dramatic lighting.
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Gobbi, Tito - Vocalist - baritone - Rigoletto
A stage set depicts a large room with three doorways and high, arched ceilings featuring various figures. Two large framed portraits hang on the back wall above several small stools and tables. Two people are positioned on the stage; one stands with an arm raised wearing a light-colored top and dark trousers, while another sits on the right wearing a long, light garment.
Nilsson, Birgit - Vocalist - soprano - Turandot -
A black and white theatrical scene features a central figure in a patterned gown and decorative headpiece standing at the top of a wide staircase with their mouth open. Other individuals dressed in ornate robes and tall headpieces stand on the levels below and to the sides. The background contains dark, patterned decorative elements, and the scene is lit from above.
Carabinieri Band of Rome, Domenico Fantini conductor
Banda dell'Arma dei carabinieri - Ensemble - - -
A black and white scene shows a large group of people in military-style band uniforms standing in rows in front of the Roman Colosseum. The individuals wear dark coats with light-colored detailing and hats with white plumes, and several hold brass instruments or drums. The ancient stone amphitheater stands in the background under a clear sky.
Lipton, Martha - Vocalist - soprano - Octavian - Has inscription
A central figure stands wearing a decorative, light-colored frock coat, breeches, and stockings paired with a white powdered wig. Two other individuals stand in the background wearing matching waistcoats and tall hats with plumes. A signature is written on the bottom left corner, and the year 1954 is written on the bottom right corner.
Golschmann, Vladimir, 1893-1972 - Conductor - - - Has inscription
A person is shown in a side-profile view against a solid background. They have short, graying hair and are wearing a collared shirt under a textured jacket. Handwritten blue ink text is located in the bottom right corner.
Protti, Aldo - Vocalist - baritone - Simon Boccanegra -
This black and white theatrical scene depicts a large group of people gathered in a high-ceilinged, arched chamber. In the center, a person in light-colored robes sits on an elevated throne beneath a series of narrow windows. Two long tables draped in cloth flank the throne area, with seated individuals lined up behind them. Figures in dark uniforms and helmets stand on various levels of the stone-like structure, some holding long staffs.
Simionato, Giulietta - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Cenerentola - Has inscription
A person wearing a long dress and apron stands in a rustic room filled with household items like a large metal pot and a wooden chair. They hold a small bowl and a spoon while looking toward the left side of the frame. The scene is captured in black and white and features a signature in blue ink written across the bottom.
Garbousova, Raya, 1905- - Instrumentalist - violoncello - -
Reverse stamped: Wilfrid l. Davis, artist management
This black and white portrait displays a person in profile with their head tilted near the neck and scroll of a cello. The individual wears a pearl necklace and a dark garment featuring a small circular brooch. Text at the bottom identifies the subject as Raya Garbousova, cellist, and lists the National Concert and Artists Corporation in New York.
A group of individuals dressed in period clothing are positioned across a theater set that includes a large bed, tall candle holders, and vaulted archways. In the foreground, one person stands over a kneeling figure while others observe from various points on the stage. The scene is captured in black and white and contains text in the bottom right corner identifying the opera production.
Victoria De Los Angeles as Melisande with Martial Singher as Pelleas
Angeles, Victoria de los - Vocalist - soprano - Melisande -
Singher, Martial - Vocalist - baritone - Pelleas
A stage performance features three people in costumes positioned around a long wooden table. A person with a long white beard and crown sits behind the table, while two others stand on either side. One standing person wears a patterned coat with a wide belt, and the other wears a floor-length gown with long hair.
Merrill, Robert, 1917- - Vocalist - baritone - Rigoletto -
Tucker, Richard, 1913-1975 - Vocalist - tenor - Duke of Mantua
An ensemble of people in period attire stands on a stage featuring a set with five pedimented doorways and a coffered ceiling. On the right side of the stage, several individuals are gathered around a table near a large, ornate fireplace. The performers wear a variety of tunics, hosiery, and headwear, positioned across the floor in groups.
Siepi, Cesare - Vocalist - bass - Figaro (Nozze di Figaro) -
A person with dark curly hair and sideburns wears an elaborate period costume consisting of a jacket with metallic-looking trim and a ruffled collar. One hand is raised with the index finger pointing up against a neutral, light-colored background. A handwritten signature is visible in the upper left, and small text is printed in the bottom right corner.
Royal Opera House (Valletta, Malta) - Building - - -
The heavily damaged remains of the Royal Opera House in Malta are shown with its neoclassical stone facade and columns partially intact. A skeletal metal frame is visible where the roof once stood over the hollowed-out interior. Several dark vintage cars are parked along the street in front of the rubble and stone walls.
Lehmann, Lotte - Vocalist - soprano - Mimi - Has inscription
A person with hair styled in an updo leans on a flat surface with their hands clasped together. They wear a garment with wide lace-patterned sleeves and a pearl necklace. Blue handwritten script at the top includes a personal message, a signature, and the date 1948.
Opera national de Paris Palais Garnier - Building - - -
Paris (France) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
The ornate facade of the Palais Garnier stands prominently in the background, featuring classical columns, statues, and a central dome. In the foreground, vintage cars and a motorcycle with a sidecar occupy the street. A person in a dark uniform and cap stands in the bottom right corner facing away from the camera.
French Government Tourist Office, (New York, N.Y.)
Performers dressed in various robes, conical hats, and feathered headpieces are positioned on wide stone steps and a main stage area. A multi-tiered pagoda with curved roofs stands as the central backdrop, illuminated against a dark background. Several individuals hold decorative umbrellas and parasols while others gather in groups across the performance space.
Teatro comunale di Firenze - Building - - -
Florence (Italy) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
A black and white view from behind a stage overlooks an empty auditorium and orchestra pit. Numerous stage lights and metal trusses hang from the ceiling above the stage opening. Below the stage, an orchestra pit with music stands and chairs precedes a large floor of tiered seating and several curved balconies.
Nilsson, Birgit - Vocalist - soprano - -
A person stands on the stairs of an airplane wearing a large fur coat, a dark hat, and gloves. One gloved hand is raised in the air with the palm facing forward, while the other hand holds a dark handbag. The fuselage of the aircraft is visible in the background, featuring a large capital letter "M" near the windows. This black and white scene shows the individual smiling while positioned between the white handrails of the stairs.
A multi-level stage features ancient Egyptian-themed set pieces, including a large sculpted head and stone pillars under a dark sky. Figures in light-colored costumes are positioned across various stone steps and platforms. A large orchestra is visible in a brightly lit pit at the front of the stage.
A black and white theatrical set shows a large wooden ship tilted among jagged ground formations on the left. Beside the ship stands a multi-level skeletal structure made of wooden beams with various ropes hanging from the top and a staircase on its side. Two people dressed in detailed period costumes stand at the center foreground against a plain, light-colored backdrop.
Thorborg, Kerstin, 1896-1970 - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Orfeo - Has inscription
A person wearing a headband and a dark robe with metallic details sits in profile. They hold a stringed instrument resembling a lyre with their hands positioned on the strings and frame. A handwritten signature is located in the lower right corner.
Several large, cylindrical pillars with etched symbols stand across a stage in a black and white scene. Multiple figures in pale robes are positioned around the area, with some kneeling or gesturing with raised arms. To the right, a dense group stands behind a low, carved platform, while a single person in a darker robe occupies the center space.
Simionato, Giulietta - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Leonore di Guzman -
A multi-tiered architectural stage set for an opera production features several arches, columns, and four prominent lattice-work domes. Numerous performers in light and dark costumes are positioned across the stage, including on a central checkered floor and along the elevated structures. An orchestra occupies the foreground area below the brightly lit stage.
Reiner, Fritz, 1888-1963 - Conductor - - -
Reverse: Music director, Chicago Symphony Orchestra
This black-and-white portrait features a person from the chest up, positioned against a neutral background. The individual has dark, slicked-back hair and prominent eyebrows, with their gaze directed toward the left of the frame. They are dressed in a dark suit jacket, a white collared shirt, and a dark bowtie.
Elisabeth Schwarzkopf as the Marschallin
Schwarzkopf, Elisabeth - Vocalist - soprano - Marschallin - Has inscription
A person stands in a dimly lit room wearing an ornate, patterned period gown with wide panniers and a high powdered wig. They hold a small object in their raised hand while looking toward a doorway. Behind them, several lit candles are mounted on the walls and a table.
Landowska, Wanda - Instrumentalist - harpsichord - -
A person in profile sits at a large, dark wood instrument featuring two rows of keys. The person wears dark, long-sleeved clothing and has hair pinned back while placing hands on the keyboards. The lid of the instrument is propped open with a support rod, and a curtain is visible in the background.
Teatro Verdi di Firenze - Building - - -
This black and white view shows the interior of an opera house with several horseshoe-shaped tiers of balconies overlooking the main floor. Unoccupied seats fill the auditorium and the levels above, while ornate carvings and light fixtures decorate the balcony railings. The perspective is taken from an upper level, looking down across the seating area toward the tiers.
Amara, Lucine - Vocalist - soprano - Mimi - Has inscription
A grayscale studio portrait features a person wearing a dark, button-down dress with a light-colored collar and cuffs. They have a small hat with a dark bow on their head and a fringed shawl draped over their shoulders. The person is positioned against a solid, light-toned background with their hands raised toward their temples. Handwritten text in blue ink appears on the lower-left side.
Graf, Herbert, 1903- - Person (other) - producer - -
Serafin, Tullio, 1878-1968 - Conductor - - -
Zuffi, Piero - Person (other) - designer -
Six people stand in a line on an illuminated stage against a dark background, with most holding hands. The individuals wear formal attire, including tuxedo jackets and dresses, except for one person on the far left wearing a stage costume with a headdress. Footlights line the edge of the stage, and the heads of audience members and musical instruments are visible in the foreground.
Harrell, Mack - Vocalist - baritone - -
This black and white portrait displays a person from the shoulders up, looking toward the side. The individual is dressed in a dark suit jacket, a striped collared shirt, and a dark necktie. The background is a plain, neutral tone with studio lighting casting a soft shadow on one side of the face.
Bampton, Rose - Vocalist - soprano - - Has inscription
A person with dark hair styled in rolls looks upward and to the side in this black and white portrait. They wear a dark jacket over a collared shirt, with their hands resting in the foreground displaying several rings. Blue handwritten text is located on the right side of the frame, and a studio stamp appears in the bottom right corner.
Berlin Philharmonic with Herbert von Karajan, conductor
Berliner Philharmoniker - Ensemble - - -
Reverse stamped: Allied Arts Corp., Chicago
A black and white scene shows numerous musicians with various instruments arranged on a tiered stage. A conductor stands on a central podium in front of the group. The background features a large, vertically-slatted wall and an angled, ribbed ceiling. Empty theater seats are visible in the foreground at the bottom.
Piatigorsky, Gregor, 1903-1976 - Instrumentalist - violoncello - - Has inscription
Signed: 1952 -- Reverse stamped: Hurok Attractions
This black and white portrait features a person in a suit jacket and patterned tie holding a cello. The person's gaze is directed to the left, while one hand is placed on the neck of the instrument. Blue handwritten text is inscribed on the left, and the background is dark and simple.
Warren, Leonard, 1911-1960 - Vocalist - baritone - Rigoletto - Has inscription
A person in a detailed theatrical costume looks down at a small object in their hand. The individual wears a crown with pointed tips and an elaborate collar decorated with hanging bells and intricate embroidery. Handwritten text and a signature appear on the left and bottom right of the frame.
William Wildermann as the Grand Inquisitor
Wildermann, William - Vocalist - bass - Grand Inquisitor - Has inscription
A person with light-colored hair and a skullcap is shown from the chest up in a black and white format. They wear a dark, hooded garment with light-colored fur trim and a large cross pendant adorned with three dark stones. Handwritten inscriptions appear in the upper corners, and a studio mark is visible in the bottom left corner.
Singher, Martial - Vocalist - baritone - Figaro (Nozze di Figaro) - Has inscription
A person stands in profile against a plain background wearing a ruffled jacket, knee-length breeches, white stockings, and shoes with floral decorations. One foot rests on a dark step while the person has one hand on their hip and the other hand pointing upward. Handwritten blue ink across the top and left side includes a dedication to Dr. Warren Perry, the name Martial Singher, the role Figaro, and the date January 1956.
Architectural model of proposed replacement for Robin Hood Dell
Robin Hood Dell (Philadelphia, Pa.) - Building - - -
Philadelphia (Pa.) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
An architectural model of an outdoor performance space features a large tiered seating area arranged in a fan shape facing a rectangular stage. Miniature landscaping, including small trees and pathways, surrounds the structure on a dark, textured base. Wide walkways intersect the seating sections and connect to larger paved areas on the periphery.
Fournier, Pierre, 1906- - Instrumentalist - violoncello - - Has inscription
This black and white portrait shows a person from the chest up holding a cello. The individual wears a pinstripe jacket, a collared shirt, and a paisley patterned tie. Handwritten cursive text is visible on the background to the right of the person.
Del Monaco, Mario, 1915- - Vocalist - tenor - Radames - Has inscription
Milanov, Zinka - Vocalist - soprano - AidaHas inscription
Thebom, Blanche - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Amneris - Has inscription
Hines, Jerome, 1921- - Vocalist - bass - Ramfis
A crowded theatrical stage features monumental columns and walls decorated with hieroglyphics. People in detailed period costumes are positioned across the set, with some on elevated platforms and others gathered in groups on the floor. Several handwritten signatures are visible across the black and white scene.
Nicolai, Elena - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - -
A person in a long, pleated gown with draped fabric and a crown of leaves stands on a stage. One hand is slightly raised and their face is tilted upward toward the side. The scene includes a painted backdrop of hills and a large, weathered vertical structure.
Guelfi, Gian Giacomo - Vocalist - baritone - Vincenzo Gellner - Has inscription
A person in historical attire stands on a set of stone-like steps against a dark, rocky backdrop. The costume includes a wide-brimmed hat with a feather, a long dark cape, and a belted tunic. A handwritten signature is visible across the lower half of the monochrome scene.
Stich-Randall, Teresa, 1927-2007 - Vocalist - soprano - -
A person in a textured coat with dark trim holds a small poodle-type dog in their arms. The person is wearing dark gloves and has light-colored, styled hair. A thin leash hangs from the dog's collar, and the background shows blurred trees and a walkway.
Walter, Bruno, 1876-1962 - Conductor - - -
Signed letter from Bruno Walter to Charles Perry
This typed correspondence on Beverly Hills stationery is addressed to Dr. Charles D. Perry in Richmond, Indiana. The body of the letter mentions a request from August 29th and concludes with a closing of "Very sincerely yours." A handwritten signature for Bruno Walter appears above his typed name on the creased paper.
Lipton, Martha - Vocalist - soprano - - Has inscription
A person with dark, wavy hair looks toward the side in a black and white portrait. The subject is shown from the shoulders up wearing a light-colored top and a beaded necklace. A handwritten signature in blue ink is visible across the lower left corner.
Calabrese, Franco - Vocalist - bass - Don Geronio -
Callas, Maria, 1923-1977 - Vocalist - soprano - Fiorilla
Rossi-Lemeni, Nicola, 1920- - Vocalist - bass - Selim
Gardino, Jolanda - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Zaida
Five people wearing costumes such as robes and gowns perform on a stage featuring multiple layers of decorative painted arches. The background scenery depicts a building lit with small lights, and draped fabric hangs from the top of the stage frame. Footlights are positioned along the bottom edge of the stage floor.
Rossi-Lemeni, Nicola, 1920- - Vocalist - bass - Giulio Cesare -
Act 1, scene 1a -- Scene and costumes: Piero Zuffi
A large ensemble of performers is arranged across a tiered stage for a theatrical production. The individuals wear various costumes, including long robes, capes, and decorative armor with shields and spears. The set features massive, asymmetrical pillars with organic-shaped cutouts and a central archway decorated with large sculpted faces.
Anna Maria Canali as Meg Page in Falstaff
Canali, Anna Maria - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Meg Page -
A person stands centrally on a stage wearing a historical costume consisting of a long gown with a light-colored bodice and a large, winged headdress. The background is a painted theatrical set depicting stylized trees and foliage. Text in the bottom corners identifies the scene as being from a production of Falstaff at Teatro alla Scala during the 1956-57 season.
Seefried, Irmgard - Vocalist - soprano - - Has inscription
Reverse stamped: leading soprano, Vienna Opera
A person stands centrally in a black and white studio portrait wearing a strapless floor-length dark gown with a full skirt and a light-colored floral accessory at the waist. The person has short hair with a light streak and wears a pendant necklace. A signature is written across the lower portion of the dress against a plain background with a circular light effect.
Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, Thor Johnson, conductor
Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra - Ensemble - - -
A large symphony orchestra is positioned across a stage, with musicians playing string, brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments. A conductor stands on a small podium in the center facing the group. The stage is decorated with draped garlands, and rows of theater seating are visible at the bottom of the frame.
Biggs, E. Power (Edward Power), 1906-1977 - Instrumentalist - organ - - Has inscription
A person in a pinstripe suit and tie is seated while holding an open book of sheet music. They are looking directly at the camera with one hand on the top edge of the book and the other on the bottom. A handwritten signature in dark ink is inscribed across the person's lapel and torso. The bottom right corner features the text "FABIAN BACHRACH."
Di Stefano, Giuseppe, 1921- - Vocalist - tenor - Pinkerton - Has inscription
A person in a white naval uniform stands on a theatrical stage set. The individual wears a peaked cap and a buttoned jacket with epaulets while looking toward the side of the stage. Behind them, the set includes silhouettes of trees, a bridge, and a flowering branch, with a cursive signature written across the bottom foreground.
Amelita Galli-Curci rehearsing with Homer Samuels
Galli-Curci, Amelita, 1882-1963 - Vocalist - soprano - -
Samuels, Homer - Instrumentalist - piano -
A black and white scene shows two people at a white grand piano. On the left, a person in a suit is seated and playing the keys. Standing behind the piano, a second person leans against the lid with an open mouth and gaze directed upward.
Ormandy, Eugene, 1899-1985 - Conductor - - -
This black and white portrait shows a person wearing a formal black tailcoat over a white waistcoat and white bowtie. The person has short hair with thinning on top and is looking toward the right of the frame. One hand rests on their hip while the other leans against a dark surface in the foreground, with a small framed picture visible on the background wall.
Morell, Barry - Vocalist - tenor - Alfredo Germont -
This black and white portrait features a person dressed in formal attire against a plain background. The individual has dark, slicked-back hair and wears a dark jacket over a white shirt with a ruffled lace jabot and a jeweled brooch. The person faces forward with a slight smile, and a signature is visible in the bottom right corner.
Kungliga Teatern (Stockholm, Sweden) - Building - - -
A black and white scene shows a large group of people on a multi-leveled stage in front of a tall set featuring vertical metal gates and a bright rectangular light. Four individuals stand centrally, while the remaining ensemble members are positioned to the sides, many in kneeling or sitting postures. The performers wear historical-style clothing, including long robes, head coverings, and tunics.
Arena (Verona, Italy) - Building - - -
An expansive outdoor stage is set with architectural structures including tiered pagodas, fortified walls, and wide staircases. Dozens of performers in costume are positioned across the stage and its various levels. An orchestra sits in a pit between the stage and the silhouetted foreground of a large audience. Text at the bottom identifies the setting as the 1958 lyric season at the Arena di Verona.
Tozzi, Giorgio - Vocalist - bass - Sparafucile - Has inscription
A person in theatrical costume sits against a light background that casts a large, dark shadow behind them. They wear a dark cap, a draped shawl, and a light-colored tunic while holding a sword with an ornate hilt. Cursive handwriting is inscribed across the lower portion of the subject.
Di Stefano, Giuseppe, 1921- - Vocalist - tenor - Canio - Has inscription
Scene: Canio singing Vesti la giubba -- Production: Tullio Serafin, conductor. Other cast: Eva Likova, Titto Gobbi as Tonio, Cornell MacNeil as Silvio, Mariano Caruso as Beppe.
A person is seated on a stage against a dark background, positioned next to a large wooden barrel. They are wearing a long-sleeved horizontal striped shirt, a dark vest, and voluminous light-colored trousers. Their mouth is open and hands are clenched while sitting, and a signature in ink is visible across the person's lap.
Madeira, Jean - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Carmen - Has inscription
A person is positioned on a raised wooden stage platform, leaning back on their elbows with their head tilted upward and mouth open. They wear a white ruffled top and a long, tiered skirt with dark polka dots. Behind them are several wooden benches and a tall, draped backdrop. The black-and-white scene features handwritten text across the bottom margin.
Vinay, Ramon - Vocalist - tenor/baritone - Herod -
A person is shown from the waist up wearing a laurel wreath and a dark, embroidered tunic adorned with a large jeweled brooch. They have a short, pointed beard and are posed with a hand against their chest while looking toward the side. The costume includes long sleeves with decorative cuffs and draped fabric over the shoulder. The scene is presented in black and white against a neutral, light-colored background.
Hines, Jerome, 1921- - Vocalist - bass - Mephistopheles - Has inscription
A person in theatrical costume is shown from the waist up against a neutral background. They wear a black cape over a dark vest and a white shirt, with one hand wearing a white glove and holding a monocle. The person's hair and eyebrows are styled in sharp peaks, and they have a pointed goatee. Blue script at the top right reads "Jerome Hines."
Callas, Maria, 1923-1977 - Vocalist - soprano - Violetta -
This theatrical stage set features a detailed interior room with an ornate archway opening onto another brightly lit space. A large bed with tall drapery stands on the right, surrounded by various pieces of furniture including chairs and small tables. Thick fabric valances and sculptural forms frame the top and sides of the stage area.
Peters, Roberta, 1930- - Vocalist - soprano - Adele -
A black and white stage performance features multiple individuals in historical dress positioned across a multi-level set. One person stands on a central staircase holding a broom, while several others are visible behind a barred window on the upper level. On the lower level, a person sits at a desk in the foreground, and two others stand near a wooden bookcase and a table.
Ettore Bastianini as Carlo Gerard in Andrea Chenier
Bastianini, Ettore - Vocalist - baritone - Carlo Gerard - Has inscription
This black and white studio portrait features a person from the chest up, looking toward the right. The individual has dark, wavy hair tied back with a ribbon and wears a textured, patterned jacket over a white shirt with a large black bow tie. Handwritten ink notes are visible on the right side of the frame, including "New York" and the years "1954-55".
Act 2, scene 2a -- Scene and costume design: Piero Zuffi
A large cast of performers in elaborate costumes stands on a wide theater stage set with monumental structures. On the left, a group in robes gathers near a raised platform where two individuals stand in ornate attire. A line of performers with shields and spears occupies the center, while a tiered crowd in light clothing sits on the right beneath large, layered rock formations. A central mast with a furled sail stands against a sky-like backdrop behind the performers.
This black and white scene depicts three performers on a stage against a dark background. Two people wearing long white garments stand on either side of a person in darker, hooded robes. All three individuals have their hands pressed together and are looking toward the center or upward.
Panerai, Rolando - Vocalist - baritone - Mathis -
A person wearing a light-colored, draped garment stands behind a wooden table against a dark backdrop. On the table sits a large jar and a wooden tray filled with multiple small, textured cups. The person holds a metal tool in one hand and reaches for one of the cups with the other.
A massive theatrical production is set in an amphitheater with ancient Egyptian-themed scenery, including obelisks and hieroglyphic-covered walls. Numerous performers in costume are positioned across multiple tiers and a grand central staircase. An orchestra is visible in a pit below the main stage, situated between the performers and the darkened audience area.
Steinberg, William, 1899-1978 - Conductor - - - Has inscription
A person is positioned in front of a plain wall, holding a baton in an elevated hand. They are wearing a short-sleeved shirt over a t-shirt, and a wristwatch is visible. Handwritten text and the date 1953 appear on the left side of the frame.
Steber, Eleanor - Vocalist - soprano - Marschallin - Has inscription
A person stands wearing a floor-length, wide satin skirt decorated with small bows and a dark velvet capelet with fur trim. They are positioned in front of a plain background, holding a fur muff and wearing an ornate hat with large feathers. Handwritten script and a signature are visible on the left side of the gown's skirt.
Hawkins, Osie - Vocalist - baritone - Don Pedro -
A person stands against a plain background wearing a dark velvet jacket featuring decorative leaf-shaped embroidery along the torso and sleeves. The costume includes a high collar, a wide waist sash, and a cap adorned with a large white plume. One hand is covered by a white glove, and the person has a styled mustache and goatee.
Ney, Elly, 1882-1968 - Instrumentalist - piano - -
A person with short curly hair stands in front of a grand piano with hands resting on its surface. They wear a sleeveless dark dress featuring light-colored, cascading U-shaped bands and a long fabric trail that extends onto a patterned rug. The setting includes a stool to the side and a small statue resting on top of the piano.
Naples (Italy) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
The interior of an ornate, circular theater features a main floor packed with people and multiple levels of private boxes curving around the space. Lighting from wall sconces accents the architectural details of the balconies and the patterned ceiling above. A large, centrally located box with heavy drapery stands out within the middle tiers of the theater.
Performers in traditional-style folk costumes, featuring patterned skirts, vests, and light-colored shirts, are captured during a dance routine on a wooden stage. The dancers are positioned in various poses with their arms raised, some standing in pairs and others individually. A large, painted backdrop behind the group depicts a landscape with tall trees and hills.
Berkshire Music Festival. Shed - Building - - -
Lenox (Mass.) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
A circular, modern pavilion with a flat, disc-shaped roof is supported by numerous slender vertical columns. The structure is situated in a wooded area, partially obscured by various deciduous trees with full foliage. The sky above is light-colored with visible clouds, and the ground in the foreground is a clear, open space.
Ego, Constantino - Vocalist - bass - Pizarro -
Ernster, Dezsö, 1898-1981 - Vocalist - bass - Rocco
Mödl, Martha - Vocalist - soprano - Leonore
Vlachopoulos, Zoë, 1916- - Vocalist - soprano - Marzelline
Actors in historical-style clothing are positioned on a stage featuring a set with stone-textured walls, wide stairs, and an arch. One person in a dark garment stands in the lower right foreground, while another in a dark suit with a sword is on the steps. A larger group is gathered beneath an archway on the left, and additional figures appear on a raised level in the background.
Conner, Nadine - Vocalist - soprano - Rosina - Has inscription
A person with dark hair styled with several large flowers and a lace accessory is shown from the chest up. The individual looks toward the upper right with an open-mouthed expression and holds a closed, patterned folding fan. A handwritten message in blue ink is visible on the left side, and the person wears a dark garment with textured trim against a light background.
A full orchestra is arranged on a stage in a black and white scene. A conductor stands on a podium facing rows of musicians playing string, brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments. The musicians wear formal attire and sit behind music stands, with two harps positioned in the lower right foreground.
Metternich, Josef - Vocalist - baritone - Tristan -
A black and white portrait features a person from the waist up looking upward and to the side. They wear a textured vest adorned with circular metal studs around the neckline and square decorative plates across the chest and waist. The person has wavy hair and a beard, with both hands resting flat against their chest.
Stravinsky, Igor, 1882-1971 - Composer - - - Has inscription
This black and white portrait shows a person from the chest up against a plain, light background. The individual features slicked-back hair, round-framed spectacles, and a thin mustache. They are wearing a dark jacket, a white collared shirt, and a necktie. A cursive signature appears in the top left corner of the frame.
Teatro Colón (Buenos Aires, Argentina) - Building - - -
Buenos Aires (Argentina) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
A long, grand hallway is lined with large fluted columns and intricate architectural moldings. Sculptural figures are positioned above doorways and along the upper walls, which lead to a high, decorative ceiling. The polished floor reflects light from a large chandelier and window at the far end of the corridor.
Sibelius, Jean, 1865-1957 - Composer - - - Has inscription
A person with a bald head is shown from the chest up in a black and white portrait. They are dressed in a dark suit, a vest, a white collared shirt, and a dark necktie. The name "Jean Sibelius" is signed in script across the lower portion of the person's torso.
A person in light-colored clothing stands on a stage in front of a massive backdrop decorated with ancient Egyptian-inspired motifs. The black-and-white mural depicts multiple figures in various poses, including standing and seated forms, interspersed with symbolic patterns and two rectangular doorways. The bottom of the backdrop contains a horizontal band of hieroglyphic characters above a series of tiered steps.
Interior of Indiana University Auditorium
Indiana University Auditorium - Building - - -
Bloomington (Ind.) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
A large, empty theater auditorium is shown from a high vantage point at the back of the room. Numerous rows of dark seats curve toward a stage covered by a large, draped curtain. The white ceiling consists of multiple concentric, arched tiers with integrated lights, while the side walls feature decorative arched grilles.
An orchestra is arranged on a raised stage with musicians playing various instruments. A large pipe organ with intricate wood carvings and metal pipes is situated behind the performers. The surrounding tiered balconies are filled with audience members, and text at the bottom reads "Concertgebouworkest-Amsterdam".
Gobbi, Tito - Vocalist - baritone - Rigoletto -
Masini, Mafalda - Vocalist - soprano - Maddalena (Rigoletto)
Mattera, Gino - Vocalist - - Sparafucile
A theatrical stage set depicts a historic courtyard with stone buildings, archways, and a large, stylized tree leaning over a hilly backdrop. Three figures in period costume occupy the space: one stands on a staircase to the left, another stands by a table in the foreground, and a third is bent over near a central doorway. Dramatic lighting illuminates the figures and architectural elements while leaving other areas in deep shadow.
Angeles, Victoria de los - Vocalist - soprano - Countess Almaviva - Has inscription
Conner, Nadine - Vocalist - soprano - Susanna (Nozze di Figaro)Has inscription
London, George, 1920- - Vocalist - bass-baritone - Count Almaviva (Nozze di Figaro) - Has inscription
A theater stage depicts a formal interior with ornate wall moldings, a large draped bed, and several pieces of upholstered furniture. Three people in historical period attire are positioned across the set, with two standing by a table on the left and one standing behind a room divider in the center. Large white script signatures for George London, Nadine Conner, and Victoria de los Angeles are written across the upper portion of the scene.
Vickers, Jon - Vocalist - tenor - Florestan - Has inscription
A person with wavy hair and a full beard looks upward with wide eyes and an open mouth. They are dressed in a dark, tattered vest over a textured shirt, with heavy metal cuffs around each wrist and thick chains hanging down. Blue ink handwriting is visible across the person's torso, and a studio name is printed in the bottom-left corner.
Protti, Aldo - Vocalist - baritone - - Has inscription
A person wearing a military uniform with fringed epaulettes, a sword, and tall boots stands on a stage set featuring a cannon and stone ruins. The individual is positioned with hands on hips and has light-colored hair styled in a period fashion. Text at the bottom identifies the performer as Aldo Protti at Teatro alla Scala for the production La Forza del Destino.
Ferrier, Kathleen, 1912-1953 - Vocalist - contralto - - Has inscription
A person with short, dark, wavy hair is shown in a black and white studio portrait looking toward the upper left. The individual wears a lace-patterned garment, and the background features a light-colored, soft-focus floral pattern. A handwritten signature reading "Vivienne London" is visible in the bottom right corner.
Alda, Frances - Vocalist - soprano - Manon (Manon) - Has inscription
A person stands in profile wearing a patterned gown with lace sleeves and a long train. They wear a light-colored wig adorned with a dark plume and hold a thin staff with a decorative top. Cursive handwriting is inscribed over the lower portion of the gown. The background depicts a dark, cloudy sky.
Whittemore, Arthur Austin - Instrumentalist - piano - - Has inscription
A black and white portrait shows two people in suits and ties, with one positioned slightly behind the other. The person in the foreground wears a striped tie, while the person in the background wears a dark solid tie. Cursive handwriting and signatures are visible across the upper section of the portrait.
Donati, Pino - Conductor - - - Has inscription
This black and white portrait features a person from the chest up, positioned within an irregular polygonal white border. The person has dark, slicked-back hair, a mustache, and a pointed beard, and is wearing a dark suit jacket. The subject's gaze is directed toward the right of the frame against a dark background. In the lower-left corner of the white border, there is handwritten text and the date "1958".
Pobbe, Marcella - Vocalist - soprano - Marguerite -
A person with wavy, styled hair and a ruffled garment leans over a table covered with a patterned cloth. On the table, an ornate open jewelry box displays multiple pearl strands and beaded necklaces that hang over the sides. The background is dark and uniform, with lighting directed onto the person's face and the jewelry box.
Hindemith, Paul, 1895-1963 - Composer - - -
A black and white studio portrait shows a person from the waist up against a plain background. The individual has short hair on the sides with a bald crown and wears a tweed suit jacket over a vest and a patterned tie. They are seated with their body angled toward the viewer and one hand resting on their lap.
Güden, Hilde - Vocalist - soprano - Gilda - Has inscription
A person with shoulder-length wavy hair and a crown of small flowers is positioned against a large, ornate background pattern. They wear a light-colored gown with pleated sleeves and beaded detailing that extends down the long sleeves and across the bodice. A cursive signature is written across the front of the person's dress.
Anderson, Marian, 1897-1993 - Vocalist - contralto - Ulrica - Has inscription
A black and white portrait features a person with long, dark hair wearing a light-colored satin blouse. One hand is raised, holding a staff-like object topped with a skull, while the other hand rests on a skull sitting on a flat surface. A second skull is positioned next to the first, and prominent shadows are visible against the background.
Di Stefano, Giuseppe, 1921- - Vocalist - tenor - Radames - Has inscription
A person stands on a stage wearing a patterned tunic and a draped cape, positioned in the foreground of a theatrical set. Behind them, another person kneels in an opening decorated with patterned pillars. Text at the bottom of the scene mentions Teatro alla Scala and the opera Aida, and a signature is scrawled across the center.
Motley's (Elizabeth Montgomery) sketch for Nancy's costume in Martha, Act II, scene 2
Act 2, scene 2 -- Motley's sketch for Nancy's costume
This sketch depicts a person wearing a voluminous dark dress with long puffed sleeves and a white cravat at the neck. A dark top hat sits on the head, and the person holds a slender rod in one hand. Handwritten notes are visible in the upper right corner, including the title "MARTHA" and specific act and scene information.