Munsel, Patrice, 1925- - Vocalist - soprano - Adele - Has inscription
A person stands in a full-length pose wearing a dark Victorian-style gown with a fitted bodice and ruffled skirt. They wear a large white feather headpiece, a necklace, and a single white opera glove. A handwritten signature is visible across the center of the skirt against a plain, light-colored background.
State University of New York at Buffalo. Music Library
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Fiedler, Arthur, 1894-1979 - Conductor - - - Has inscription
A person is shown in a side-profile view against a dark backdrop, looking down towards the bottom right. They have light-colored hair and a mustache, and are wearing a formal suit with a collared shirt and tie. Handwritten text in yellow ink is visible on the right side of the frame, containing a signature and a date.
Lazzari, R. ? - Vocalist - - Melchiorre -
A person in an elaborate royal costume stands before a stone-textured wall on a theatrical stage. The outfit includes a crown, a long white beard, and a fur-trimmed robe worn over patterned leggings and dark boots. The stage set features a broom leaning against the wall and textured floor coverings.
Munsel, Patrice, 1925- - Vocalist - soprano - Lucia - Has inscription
A person with dark curly hair and light skin is shown from the chest up in front of a dark background. They are wearing a light-colored, pleated garment with ruffled lace sleeves and collar. The person holds a small metallic object in their hands, and a handwritten signature is visible across the center of the frame.
Mischakoff, Mischa, 1895-1981 - Instrumentalist - violin - -
A person appears in profile holding a violin under their chin against a dark background. The subject has short, wavy hair and wears a collared shirt with a tie, with light illuminating one side of their face. Handwritten text across the top edge says "Mischa Mischakoff Summer 1955," and a signature is located in the bottom right corner.
London, George, 1920- - Vocalist - bass-baritone - Boris Godunov - Has inscription
A person stands wearing ornate historical garments including a tall, jeweled crown topped with a cross. The person holds a globus cruciger in one hand and a scepter in the other while wearing a patterned robe with wide, jewel-encrusted borders. Handwritten text and the date 1953 appear on the right side of the frame.
Protti, Aldo - Vocalist - baritone - Rigoletto -
A person stands in a crouched pose wearing a jester costume featuring a bell-adorned hat and a patterned tunic. They hold a staff while looking toward the side with an open mouth. The background includes architectural columns and a statue inside a niche. Text at the bottom identifies the individual as Aldo Protti in the production of Rigoletto.
Mirella Freni as Elisabeth de Valois with Nicolai Ghiaurov as King Philippe II in Don Carlos
Freni, Mirella, 1935- - Vocalist - soprano - Elisabeth de Valois - Has inscription
Ghiaurov, Nicolai - Vocalist - bass - King Philippe IIHas inscription
This black and white scene depicts two people dressed in elaborate period costumes on a stage. One person is kneeling in a light-colored, patterned gown with a large hood, while the other person stands next to them wearing a dark, trimmed cloak and a tall feathered hat. Two signatures in black ink are visible at the bottom of the frame.
Pictured with his wife -- Reverse stamped: Management NCAC
A black and white scene shows one person seated at a piano and another person standing behind them. The seated person has their hands on the keys and wears a jacket and tie, while the standing person has one hand on the seated person's shoulder and the other pointing toward the piano keys. A music stand with sheet music and a lamp sit on top of the piano.
Harrison, Guy Fraser, 1894-1986 - Conductor - - -
Reverse: Guest conductor, Rochester Philharmonic
This black and white portrait features a person in formal attire looking toward the left side of the frame. High-contrast lighting illuminates one side of the face and textured hair, while the other side remains in deep shadow. One hand is partially visible at the bottom of the frame against a dark background.
Angeles, Victoria de los - Vocalist - soprano - Lady Harriet -
Elias, Rosalind - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Nancy
A black and white theater stage features performers in historical clothing positioned across an elaborate set. On the left side, a large wire-framed structure sits next to a house facade, while the right side shows a line of people standing before a painted backdrop of trees and clouds. Decorative painted foliage frames the entire scene from above and along the sides.
Rachmaninoff, Sergei, 1873-1943 - Composer - - -
Reverse stamped: Management NBC Concert Service
This black and white scene shows a person standing beside a grand piano with its lid propped open. The person, dressed in dark clothing, looks into the interior of the instrument at the strings and metal frame. The piano and person are positioned on a wooden stage floor.
Schwarzkopf, Elisabeth - Vocalist - soprano - Donna Elvira - Has inscription
A person wears an ornate, patterned gown with a square neckline and a lattice of light-colored beads or sequins across the bodice and sleeves. The subject has dark hair topped with a fan-shaped ornament and looks toward the upper left of the frame. One hand rests on a fabric-covered surface while the other rests near the lap. A cursive signature appears at the bottom of the frame over a white border.
A large group of people dressed in historical attire, featuring white caps and aprons, are arranged across a theatrical stage designed as a wooden interior. A model sailing ship is suspended from the ceiling beams, and a large hearth stands on the right side of the set. On the left wall, a framed portrait is displayed next to a tall clock and a high-backed chair.
Uhde, Hermann, 1914-1965 - Vocalist - bass - Amfortas -
A person with graying hair and facial hair looks upward toward a light source with hands clasped in front of their chest. They wear a light-colored long-sleeved garment with a darker textured piece over one shoulder. The background is black, and a signature is visible in the bottom right corner.
A black and white portrait shows a person from the chest up, positioned at a three-quarter angle. They wear a textured suit jacket, a white collared shirt, and a dark necktie. The person has short, graying hair and is looking away from the camera toward the right. The background is a light, neutral color with soft gradients.
A black and white scene features multiple figures in historical costumes and masks on a stage. Central figures in light-colored attire are surrounded by people wearing dark capes and top hats. The theater set includes a large ornate chandelier and tiered balconies with circular light fixtures in the background.
This scene shows a large group of people in period costumes with white caps and aprons gathered within a wooden, cabin-like room. Most of the people are seated at spinning wheels, while others stand near the periphery of the room. The background features model ships mounted on the wall, a wooden balcony, and a large fireplace chimney on the right.
Markevitch, Igor, 1912-1983 - Conductor - - -
A person is depicted in formal attire consisting of a dark suit, a collared shirt, and a striped tie. They are looking forward with one hand resting on a dark surface in the foreground. Text at the bottom identifies the person as Igor Markevitch, Conductor, and lists management information for Siegfried Hearst.
Giardino di Boboli (Florence, Italy) - Building - - -
Florence (Italy) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
This black and white scene displays a large circular water basin with an island in the center containing a tall tiered fountain and several statues. A decorative low stone and metal fence borders the water in the foreground, flanked by two large ornate urns on pedestals. Dense hedges and trees form a semi-circle behind the water feature, with a multi-story building visible on the horizon under a pale sky.
Leinsdorf, Erich, 1912- - Conductor - - -
Reverse labeled: Music director and conductor, Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra
A black and white profile portrait features a person with short hair on the sides and a balding top. The individual is dressed in a dark suit jacket, a light collared shirt, and a necktie. The background is a solid, neutral tone that contrasts with the person's light shirt and facial features.
Kirsten, Dorothy, 1910-1992 - Vocalist - soprano - Manon (Manon Lescaut) - Has inscription
A person stands in a studio setting wearing an elaborate, floor-length gown featuring intricate patterns and voluminous skirts. They have styled light hair with a decorative hairpiece and are wearing multiple pieces of jewelry while holding a lorgnette. A handwritten signature is superimposed over the lower portion of the gown against a plain background.
Maynor, Dorothy - Vocalist - soprano - - Has inscription
A black and white studio portrait shows a person with dark hair styled in curls and rolls. The individual wears a light-colored, collared shirt with a circular brooch pinned to the chest. Blue cursive handwriting is present across the lower right section of the garment.
Nilsson, Birgit - Vocalist - soprano - Turandot - Has inscription
A person is dressed in an elaborate theatrical costume that includes an ornate crown topped with a bird and several long, protruding hairpins. They wear a patterned lace robe and hold their hands together in front of their chest, showcasing long, pointed fingernail extensions. The person has stylized eye makeup, and handwritten cursive text is visible across their torso in this black and white scene.
Casadesus, Robert, 1899-1972 - Instrumentalist - piano - - Has inscription
Signed: Dec. 1953 -- Musical quotation: Mozart, KV 488
A black and white portrait shows a person from the chest up with their hand supporting their chin. Handwritten musical notation and the name "Mozart" are visible in the top left, while the top right corner contains a signed inscription dated "Dec. 1953". The subject is dressed in a dark jacket and white shirt against a light, neutral background.
MacNeil, Cornell, 1922- - Vocalist - baritone - Baron Scarpia -
A person is shown from the chest up in a black and white portrait against a neutral background. They wear a light-colored powdered wig with rolls on the sides and a dark jacket over a white lace neckpiece. The person's head is angled to the side with their eyes looking off-camera. A signature is visible in the bottom right corner of the frame.
Streich, Rita, 1920- - Vocalist - soprano - Zerbinetta -
A person stands on a stage wearing a dark sleeveless top and a pleated skirt with a diamond-patterned panel. One arm is extended forward while the other hand holds a small accessory, and their mouth is open. The individual has a bow in their hair and is positioned against a dark background.
Gould, Morton, 1913- - Composer - - - Has inscription
A person with light-colored, slicked-back hair looks forward in a black and white headshot. They wear a light-colored, button-up shirt against a plain background. A handwritten signature in the bottom right corner reads "Best wishes - Morton Gould".
Roberta Peters as Rosina with Cesare Valletti as Count Almaviva
Peters, Roberta, 1930- - Vocalist - soprano - Rosina - Has inscription
Valletti, Cesare - Vocalist - tenor - Count Almaviva (Barbiere di Siviglia)
Two people stand side-by-side wearing elaborate, 18th-century style theatrical costumes. One person has dark, wavy hair and wears a gown with ribbons and beads, while the other has light-colored hair and wears a patterned jacket with ruffles. A blue ink signature is written across the center of the black and white portrait.
Sargent, Malcolm, Sir, 1895-1967 - Conductor - - - Has inscription
A person is seated wearing a black tuxedo jacket, a white shirt, and a white bow tie with a white flower pinned to their lapel. They hold a thin white baton horizontally across their lap with both hands. A blue ink signature is visible in the upper right corner against a plain, light background.
Lympany, Moura, 1916- - Instrumentalist - piano - - Has inscription
A person in profile plays a keyboard instrument in a black and white scene. The individual has dark hair styled in an updo and wears a dark, long-sleeved garment. Their hands are positioned over the keys, and a signature in light blue ink is visible across the bottom right area of the keyboard.
Warren, Leonard, 1911-1960 - Vocalist - baritone - Macbeth -
A person with dark hair and a beard wears a crown with five prominent spikes and looks upward. They are dressed in a thick, collared garment with gloved hands clasped together in front of their chest. The black and white scene features a mottled, textured background.
Description of Lewisohn Stadium Concerts
Lewisohn Stadium (New York, N.Y.) - Building - - -
New York (N.Y.) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
Here's News from Stadium Concerts, Incorporated. History of the Stadium Concerts series and discussion of the 1955 season. Page 1
This typewritten document outlines the history and upcoming schedule for a series of concerts held at a neo-Grecian amphitheater on a college campus. The text provides details on ticket pricing, the variety of musical genres featured, and the accessibility of the events to the general public. It also highlights the organization's founding during World War I and its continued tradition of providing free admission to individuals in the armed forces.
Valletti, Cesare - Vocalist - tenor - Des Grieux (Manon) - Has inscription
This portrait features a person wearing a floral-embroidered coat with decorative lace ruffles at the neck and wrists. The individual is positioned beside a three-arm candelabra with lit candles and rests one arm on a ledge. Handwritten text and the date 1955 are inscribed in the lower right corner.
Fernandi, Eugenio - Vocalist - tenor - Pinkerton -
A person is shown from the shoulders up wearing a white high-collared uniform with epaulets and medals. They have dark hair and look slightly away from the camera against a plain, light background.
Singher, Martial - Vocalist - baritone - Mercutio -
A person in an elaborate period costume wears a high-crowned hat with a jeweled band and a dark, embroidered doublet adorned with pearls. They hold a rapier upright, with their hand gripping the hilt behind a large metallic guard. The background consists of soft, vertical shadows and highlights.
Maria Callas with Athens State Orchestra
Callas, Maria, 1923-1977 - Vocalist - soprano - -
Phestival Athenon. Orchestra - Ensemble - - -
A large orchestra in white attire is positioned across a light-colored stage, with a conductor on a podium to the left and a soloist nearby. Musicians play various instruments, including string, brass, and percussion, while sheet music rests on stands before them. In the background, a crowd sits in tiered rows of an outdoor venue.
Milan (Italy) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
The interior of an empty theater shows a stage with a dark, pleated curtain framed by an ornate white archway. Several rows of upholstered seats are positioned in the foreground facing the stage. Light-colored walls and a ceiling with decorative architectural molding complete the space.
A theater stage is framed by decorative painted curtains on the top and sides. The backdrop depicts a coastal landscape with a large tree to the left and a rocky cliff to the right. A volcano with a plume of smoke rising from its summit stands in the background across a body of water. Several small items, including a box and stage lights, are positioned on the floor at the base of the backdrop.
Der Ring des Nibelungen. Das Rheingold, final act
Darcy, Emery - Vocalist - tenor - Froh -
Berglund, Joel, 1903- - Vocalist - bass-baritone - Wotan
Schon, Kenneth - Vocalist - bass-baritone - Donner
Stoska, Polyna - Vocalist - soprano - Freia
Székely, Mihály, 1901-1963 - Vocalist - bass - Fafner
Thorborg, Kerstin, 1896-1970 - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Fricka
Hines, Jerome, 1921- - Vocalist - bass - Fasolt
Cast from 1/7/48: Stoska, Darcy, Schon, Berglund, Thorborg, Szekely, Hines
A black and white theatrical set depicts a group of people dressed in costumes standing on a jagged, multi-leveled stage. These figures are positioned across the set, with some carrying long staffs and others wearing garments like capes or textured tunics. Behind them, a large, stylized illustration of a towering castle dominates the background. Small, dark evergreen trees and geometric rock formations are scattered throughout the performance area.
Alfred Wallenstein, music director Los Angeles Philharmonic
Music director, Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra
A person wearing a suit jacket, white shirt, and patterned tie leans forward with their hands clasped on a dark surface. A wristwatch is visible on their left arm, and their short hair is slicked back. This black and white portrait features a dark, textured background.
Poggi, Gianni - Vocalist - tenor - Cavaradossi -
A person with dark hair, a mustache, and a goatee is seated at a wooden desk. They wear a dark jacket with a wide collar over a white shirt and a dark necktie. Their hands hold a large white quill above a piece of paper, and a dark inkwell is placed on the table's surface.
A theatrical performance takes place on a stage with numerous people dressed in elaborate historical costumes. The performers are arranged in groups across the stage, some in dance positions and others gesturing toward one another. The backdrop is a painted set depicting a stone castle with arched windows and doors under a scalloped, leaf-like border. A stage curtain is visible on the right side, and a simple wooden bench sits in the foreground on the left.
Gilels, Emil - Instrumentalist - piano - - Has inscription
A person wearing a black tuxedo jacket with a pin on the lapel, a white waistcoat, and a white bow tie stands next to a piano. Their right hand rests on the edge of the instrument. The background includes handwritten Cyrillic script and the date 1935 in the upper right corner.
Simoneau, Léopold - Vocalist - tenor - Don Ottavio - Has inscription
A person is shown from the chest up in elaborate historical costume against a neutral background. The individual wears a brimmed hat with a large feather plume, a white ruffled collar, and a textured jacket with braided rope accents. Hand-written ink text is visible across the lower portion of the garment.
Odeon of Herodes Atticus - Building - - -
An orchestra is positioned on a stage in an ancient outdoor theater with a high, weathered stone wall containing arched openings in the background. A large audience fills the tiered stone seating to the left under the night sky. Bright lights illuminate the performers on the stage, and a small logo with Greek text is located in the bottom left corner.
Hotter, Hans - Vocalist - bass-baritone - Hunding - Has inscription
A person is shown from the waist up in an elaborate warrior costume. The individual wears a metal helmet with large black feathered wings on either side and has long hair and a dark beard. They hold a long spear with a pointed tip in one hand while wearing a dark, textured tunic with a thick, nubby collar and a metal breastplate.
Di Stefano, Giuseppe, 1921- - Vocalist - tenor - Don Jose - Has inscription
A person stands on wide, tiered stone steps wearing a white long-sleeved shirt, a dark vest, dark trousers, and knee-high buckled boots. The background features a theatrical set with a painted stone-like wall and a textured, abstract shape to the right. A signature is present in the lower right corner of this black and white scene.
Rysanek, Leonie - Vocalist - soprano - Elisabeth de Valois -
A person wears a historical costume featuring a pointed pearl crown and a large, standing lace collar decorated with dark beads. Their dark, patterned gown has matching lace cuffs, and they hold a white lace handkerchief to their chest. The person's hair is styled up, and they look toward the side against a plain, light background.
Oistrakh, David Fedorovich, 1908-1974 - Instrumentalist - violin - - Has inscription
A person in profile plays a violin in a black and white photograph. The person wears a dark textured suit and holds the violin under their chin while moving a bow across the strings. A signature and date are written across the bottom left of the subject's jacket.
Borkh, Inge - Vocalist - soprano - Salome -
A person with shoulder-length wavy hair sits on a floor wearing a long, flowing garment. Their head is tilted back with an open mouth, and their hands are placed on their legs and torso. A platter holding a fabric-covered object sits on the floor near their feet against a dark backdrop featuring a single point of light.
Morini, Erica - Instrumentalist - violin - - Has inscription
Reverse stamped: Management, NBC Concert Service
A person with dark hair is seated at a piano, holding a violin while pointing a pencil at sheet music on the stand. The sheet music has a handwritten signature at the top. The person wears a light-colored garment with puffed sleeves and a patterned vest.
Manski, Dorothée - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - -
A person with dark, wavy hair and a thin headband faces forward. They wear dark lipstick, thin eyebrows, and pearl earrings while draped in a large, white, feathered garment. The background is dark and out of focus, highlighting the soft texture of the feathers around the person's face.
Three people wearing ornate costumes are positioned on a stage set featuring arched doorways and a bowl of fruit. A person with a thick beard and dark robe reclines in the center while holding a metal goblet. To the right, another person sits in a similar pose wearing a headscarf and loose trousers, while a third person kneels on the floor to the left.
A large outdoor amphitheater features multiple levels of tiered wooden seating under construction. Several individuals are positioned on different levels of the structure, which is surrounded by dense trees and foliage. A timestamp in the lower-left corner reads "17-6-1949."
Tebaldi, Renata - Vocalist - soprano - Tosca - Has inscription
A person wearing a gown and shawl stands in the foreground, clasping a small item in their hands. Behind them, a winged statue holding a staff stands on a decorated stone pedestal. The scene is depicted in black and white and contains handwritten ink inscriptions and a signature on the right side.
Wiener Philharmoniker - Ensemble - - -
An orchestra is positioned on a stage with musicians playing string and woodwind instruments while a conductor leads from the center. Behind them sits an ornate pipe organ and a decorative balcony under large lit chandeliers. The bottom of the frame includes text identifying the Vienna Philharmonic and the National Artists Corporation.
Hotter, Hans - Vocalist - bass-baritone - Wotan -
Traubel, Helen - Vocalist - soprano - Brunnhilde
This black and white scene displays a theatrical stage featuring jagged rock formations and a tiered floor made of flat, geometric slabs. Two people in elaborate costumes with helmets and capes stand among the rocks, with one holding a spear and the other a shield. The background consists of tall, stylized mountain peaks that frame a central opening.
A wide open courtyard leads to a terraced hillside featuring zigzagging paths and a central stone basin. Several statues on pedestals are positioned around the grounds, and small, square-shaped shrubs are spaced along the different levels of the grassy slope. Dense trees border the area, and multiple people are walking across the foreground and along the pathways.
Terme di Caracalla (Rome, Italy) - Building - - -
Rome, Italy -- Buildings, structures, etc.
This black and white scene shows a massive audience seated in steeply raked rows that are divided by several vertical staircases. The seating is densely packed with individuals from top to bottom. In the lower center, a person in white clothing stands on a floor space facing the crowd.
Hallé Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli conductor?
An orchestra is arranged on a tiered stage in a concert hall, with sections for strings, brass, woodwinds, and percussion. A conductor stands on a central podium facing the musicians, who are seated behind music stands. The background wall is decorated with geometric panels and a coat of arms, while an audience is visible in balconies on either side.
Elmo, Cloe - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Azucena -
A stage performance features a large group of people in historical costumes arranged across a platform in front of painted scenery. The backdrop depicts a dark, cloudy sky over a military camp with numerous tents and a castle situated on a distant hill. The performers wear patterned tunics and helmets, with several holding swords or spears while positioned near two large three-dimensional tents on the stage.
London, George, 1920- - Vocalist - bass-baritone - Dutchman -
Wildermann, William - Vocalist - bass - Daland
Olvis, William - Vocalist - tenor - Steersman
A black and white stage production depicts a set designed to look like a rocky coastline at night. A large sail hangs over a group of people on the left, while another group stands in a small boat on the right side. Several individuals in heavy clothing are positioned throughout the rocky center area, and a signature is visible in the bottom right corner.
Sullivan, Brian, 1919-1969 - Vocalist - tenor - - Has inscription
A black and white portrait features a person with dark wavy hair styled back, wearing a textured suit jacket, collared shirt, and necktie. The individual is turned toward the right with teeth visible. Cursive handwriting is on the lower right, and a numeric code is in the bottom left corner.
This scene shows a theatrical production set against a large backdrop featuring painted pine trees and landscape elements. A wooden pavilion stands on the right side of the stage, housing several performers, while a line of people in kimonos stands to the left near another tall wooden structure. The performers wear various patterned and solid-colored traditional attire, and the overall composition follows a classical stage arrangement.
Malcuzynski, Witold, 1914- - Instrumentalist - piano - - Has inscription
This black and white illustration depicts a person wearing a dark suit and a white bowtie. A piano keyboard runs diagonally behind the person's head against a dark, textured background. The person has hair combed back and faces forward. A signature is visible on the lower portion of the person's white shirt.
This scene shows a large group of performers in intricate, patterned attire and varied headwear on a multi-leveled stage. People in the foreground are standing and kneeling, while those in the background hold large oval shields and are positioned near structures with geometric designs. A central figure is perched atop a patterned building facade under a sky-like backdrop.
Milanov, Zinka - Vocalist - soprano - Leonora di Vargas -
A black and white scene depicts a theatrical stage set of a stone courtyard with a line of arched doorways in the background. Dozens of people dressed in heavy, layered cloaks and headwear are distributed across the stage, some sitting and some standing. A tall, narrow bell tower rises above the back wall under a dark sky, while flanking buildings with arched entrances frame the sides of the stage.
The stage features three large, multi-tiered architectural structures with sloped roofs and columns set against a dark background. A large ensemble of performers is gathered across the stage, with several individuals holding long poles and others seated in rows. A single bright circular disc hangs in the upper center of the frame above the structures.
Civic Opera House (Chicago, Ill.) - Building - - -
Chicago (Ill.) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
This black and white view shows the interior of a large theater from the perspective of the stage. Multiple levels of seating, including an orchestra floor and three balcony tiers, face toward the front. The room features an elaborate coffered ceiling and intricate architectural detailing on the walls and balcony fronts.
Chicago Architectural Photographing Company
A theatrical stage features two people in detailed robes and headpieces positioned among several large, vertical structures covered in markings. The scene is presented in black and white, showing one person standing in a long robe and another in a patterned garment and tall hat. The set includes a multi-tiered platform against a dark background.
Melton, James, 1904-1961 - Vocalist - tenor - - Has inscription
A person with short, dark hair wears a dark suit, a white collared shirt, and a dark tie. They are smiling and looking away from the camera against a light background. Handwritten text in the upper left reads "Sincerely yours, James Melton," and a photographer's mark is in the bottom right corner.
Simionato, Giulietta - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Mignon -
A theater stage set features an ornate interior room framed by large, floral-patterned drapes that form a tent-like structure. A person wearing a ruffled costume and a large wig stands centrally among furniture pieces beneath a hanging chandelier. The background of the inner set shows paneled walls and a circular framed portrait.
Cantelli, Guido - Conductor - - - Has inscription
A black and white studio portrait shows a person from the shoulders up against a light background. The person has dark hair and is wearing a dark suit jacket, a white collared shirt, and a patterned necktie. A blue ink signature is located in the bottom-left corner of the frame. The lighting is positioned to create shadows along one side of the person's face.
Elias, Rosalind - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Erika -
A person with dark, styled hair is shown from the waist up against a plain background. They wear a dark velvet garment featuring voluminous puffed sleeves and a large, intricate white lace jabot at the neck. Their hands are clasped together, resting on wide lace cuffs that match the neck detail.
Iturbi, Amparo, 1898-1969 - Instrumentalist - piano - -
A black and white portrait features a person with dark hair styled in waves and a side part. The person looks down and away from the camera, wearing dark lipstick and a single pearl earring. Light shines from the side, highlighting one side of the face while casting the other in shadow. The person wears a light-colored, draped garment with a visible sheen.
Steber, Eleanor - Vocalist - soprano - Marguerite -
A person wearing historical clothing sits on an ornate stone bench in a garden setting with a pond in the background. An open jewelry box rests on the bench next to them while they sit with their hands clasped. Text at the bottom identifies the individual as Eleanor Steber and includes agency contact information.
Cehanovsky, George, 1892-1986 - Vocalist - baritone - Fiorello -
A person dressed in 18th-century period costume stands against a plain background holding a glowing lantern. They wear a powdered wig with side curls, a ruffled lace cravat, and a dark jacket with decorative embroidery and light-colored lapels. One arm is extended to the side to hold the lantern's handle while the other hand rests near the center of the torso.
Dobbs, Mattiwilda - Vocalist - soprano - Lucia -
A person with long wavy hair is shown from the waist up against a plain background in a black-and-white portrait. They are wearing a white gown with lace and ruffles, draped with a dark, heavy-textured cloak over their shoulders. Their hands are raised in a gesture, and their mouth is slightly open.
Albanese, Licia - Vocalist - soprano - Cio-Cio-San -
Fernandi, Eugenio - Vocalist - tenor - Pinkerton
A group of performers is staged in a scene featuring a mixture of traditional Japanese and Western-style clothing. On a raised platform to the left, a figure in elaborate traditional robes reads from a long scroll. In the center, a person in a white military uniform stands facing another individual in a patterned kimono, while other figures in traditional attire stand in the background.
Hempel, Frieda, 1885-1955 - Vocalist - soprano - - Has inscription
A person with short curly hair stands in a room wearing a floor-length white gown with a sequined bodice and a full skirt. The skirt displays the signature "Frieda Hempel" and the year "1940" in script across the lower half. In the background, dark curtains frame a bright window, and furniture including a sofa and chairs are visible.
Farrell, Eileen, 1920-2002 - Vocalist - soprano - La Gioconda - Has inscription
A person with styled hair faces forward, wearing a dark garment with a floral embellishment on the shoulder. Their hand is positioned on their chest, and blue handwriting in the top left corner contains a message and signature. A small white label with text is visible in the bottom right corner.
An orchestra wearing white jackets performs on a wooden stage in an outdoor amphitheater before a large audience seated on stone tiers. A conductor stands on a podium facing the musicians, who are arranged with instruments and music stands. In the foreground, a checkered tile pattern covers the ground next to the stage.
Rysanek, Leonie - Vocalist - soprano - Senta - Has inscription
This portrait shows a person with short, blonde, finger-waved hair from the chest up against a dark background. The individual wears a light-colored jacket over a collared shirt and has their hands resting at the base of their neck. Blue ink handwriting is visible across the bottom left of the person's clothing.
Del Monaco, Mario, 1915- - Vocalist - tenor - Samson - Has inscription
Stevens, Risë, 1913- - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - DalilaHas inscription
Tozzi, Giorgio - Vocalist - bass - Old Hebrew
A group of people in stylized costumes are arranged on a stage against a plain white backdrop. The performers wear a variety of robes, headwear, and long dresses across multiple levels of steps. Two large signatures in blue ink are written across the top portion of the scene.
Stignani, Ebe - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Dalila - Has inscription
A person stands in profile wearing a dark, floor-length gown with intricate patterns and jewelry. They have long dark hair decorated with large flowers, and the background features a stage set with silhouetted tree shapes. Blue cursive writing appears on the right, while printed text is visible along the bottom edge.
Tozzi, Giorgio - Vocalist - bass - Fiesco -
This black and white portrait features a person with white hair and a square-cut white beard. They wear a dark, structured cap adorned with a large, ornate circular brooch and a dark garment with detailed metallic-looking trim. The person is shown from the chest up, looking upward with their mouth slightly open and one hand resting near their chest.
Aerial view of Cleveland with Cleveland Public Auditorium
Cleveland Public Auditorium - Building - - -
A black and white aerial perspective captures a densely built city center featuring a prominent skyscraper with a narrow spire. To the upper left, a large circular stadium is situated along a waterfront, while numerous multi-story buildings and grid-like streets fill the rest of the scene. The landscape includes various commercial structures, parking lots, and piers extending into the distance.
Crooks, Richard, 1900-1972 - Vocalist - tenor - Romeo - Has inscription
A person is depicted in profile within a circular frame, looking upward with wavy dark hair and wearing a dark, floral-patterned costume with a white ruffled collar. Blue ink handwriting at the top of the frame reads, "To Charles M. Perry Sincerely Richard Brooks 1956". The background contains dark, rectangular architectural elements.
Rysanek, Leonie - Vocalist - soprano - Aida - Has inscription
A head-and-shoulders view shows a person wearing a textured, metallic-style headpiece with strands falling around the face. They are also wearing a large necklace with dark, abstract shapes and a garment with dark vertical stripes. The person is lit from one side against a plain, light background with a signature visible at the bottom of the frame.
Björling, Jussi, 1911-1960 - Vocalist - tenor - - Has inscription
This sepia-toned headshot shows a person from the chest up wearing a dark suit, a white collared shirt, and a patterned tie. The person's dark hair is slicked back, and they are positioned against a light-colored background. Handwritten blue ink across the bottom of the portrait includes a personal message and a signature. A small identification number, "NY-857", is located in the bottom right corner.
Merrill, Robert, 1917- - Vocalist - baritone - Barnaba -
A person wearing an ornate, lace-up garment with a ruffled white collar and a sequined hat with a long feather stands against a dark background. The person has facial hair and holds a narrow stringed instrument over their shoulder. A signature is visible in the bottom right corner.
Zinka Milanov as Leonora in Il Trovatore
Milanov, Zinka - Vocalist - soprano - Leonora -
This black and white portrait features a person in a hooded cloak and a dress with a high collar. Their gaze is directed upward and to the side while one hand rests on their chest. The background is plain and light-colored, with a copyright mark in the bottom right corner.
Peters, Roberta, 1930- - Vocalist - soprano - Adele -
A person wearing a checkered shirt, white ruffled apron, and a white headpiece holds a dark feather duster diagonally across their chest. They have short dark hair styled in curls and a beauty mark on their cheek. The background is a solid light color, and the frame is monochromatic.
Sereni, Mario - Vocalist - baritone - Carlo Gerard -
A person is depicted from the chest up, wearing a detailed historical costume that includes epaulettes with fringe and a ruffled shirt. Their dark hair is styled in rolls above the ears, and they feature an open-mouthed facial expression with eyes wide. The monochrome composition includes a plain background and a signature in the bottom right corner.
Teatro Colón (Buenos Aires, Argentina) - Building - - -
Buenos Aires (Argentina) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
This black and white view shows a multi-story neoclassical building with an intricate facade featuring columns, sculptures, and detailed relief panels. A dark, rounded canopy covers an entrance on the left, while several people stand or walk along the sidewalk in the foreground. Multiple arched windows and balconies are visible across the building's exterior, which is set against a clear sky with overhead wires.
Opera national de Paris Palais Garnier - Building - - -
Paris (France) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
This black and white view shows the grand facade of an ornate building with a large central dome and several sculptures on the roof. The structure features a row of columns and several arched doorways at ground level. In the open square in front of the building, numerous vintage automobiles and a bus are parked or moving, while pedestrians walk across the pavement.
French Government Tourist Office, (New York, N.Y.)
Barbieri, Fedora - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Amneris -
A person in an elaborate costume stands prominently on a raised platform. They wear a crown over a veil and a long gown decorated with a wide, patterned sash featuring symbols. Other individuals in various costumes are visible in the background.
Jon Vickers as Siegmund with Gre Brouwenstijn as Sieglinde
Vickers, Jon - Vocalist - tenor - Siegmund - Has inscription
Brouwenstijn, Gre - Vocalist - soprano - Sieglinde
A black and white scene displays two individuals in costumes against a dark background. One person stands behind the other with a hand on their shoulder, while the seated person tilts their head back. A cursive signature is layered over the lower half of the people.
Fisher, Sylvia, 1910-1996 - Vocalist - soprano - Marschallin - Has inscription
A sepia-toned portrait shows a person in an elaborate costume wearing a floral headpiece and a gown with large ruffled sleeves and a high lace collar. The attire is accessorized with a large jeweled necklace and earrings, with a signature written in dark ink on the left side of the torso. The person is posed against a plain, neutral background.