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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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'".
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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".
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Zadek, Hilde, 1917- - Vocalist - soprano - Aida - Has inscription
A person is shown from the chest up, looking toward the upper right side of the frame with one hand raised. They wear a garment with a checkered pattern and dark braided trim, accessorized with a headband and bracelets containing white circular pieces. Signatures are visible in the bottom left and bottom right corners of the composition.
Kodály, Zoltán, 1882-1967 - Composer - - -
A person with short hair and a trimmed white beard and mustache is centered in this black and white frame. They wear a patterned tweed jacket over a light-colored shirt and a dark necktie. The individual stands with arms crossed against a plain, neutral background.
Pelletier, Wilfrid, 1896-1982 - Conductor - - - Has inscription
A person with short hair slicked back wears a dark suit and a patterned bowtie. A handwritten message in white ink on the lower left is addressed to Warren Perry and signed by Wilfrid Pelletier. The lighting comes from the upper left, highlighting one side of the face against a neutral background.
Amara, Lucine - Vocalist - soprano - Tatyana - Has inscription
A person wears a dark, off-the-shoulder gown with white fur-trimmed sleeves and a large jeweled brooch. They wear long, light-colored gloves and have dark, curly hair styled with two jeweled cross-shaped ornaments. Handwritten text is visible in the bottom right corner.
Der Ring des Nibelungen. Die Walküre, Act III
This black and white scene features two figures on a circular stage surrounded by swirling light patterns. One figure is on the floor, propped up on their arms, while the second figure stands nearby in a floor-length robe holding a long staff. The background and stage surface are covered in wavy, cloud-like textures of light and shadow.
Pons, Lily, 1898-1976 - Vocalist - soprano - Lucia - Has inscription
Performers in period costumes are positioned across a stage featuring a wide central staircase and a large hanging chandelier. One individual in a light-colored dress sits on the steps, while others stand in groups on the floor level holding candelabras. A white cursive signature is located in the upper right corner, and a photographer's credit appears in the lower right.
Carelli, Gabor - Vocalist - tenor - Gastone de Letorieres -
Cehanovsky, George, 1892-1986 - Vocalist - baritone - Marchese d'Obigny
Moffo, Anna - Vocalist - soprano - Violetta
Vanni, Helen - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Flora
Act 1 (l. to r.): Violetta, Flora, d'Obigny, Gastone
The scene depicts a large group of people in formal period attire, including ball gowns and tailcoats, within an ornate room featuring a checkered floor and a raised stage. On the right, a person with a white bandage on their head stands on a set of stairs beside a balustrade. The others are distributed across the foreground and background, with some standing on a platform draped in fabric.
An elderly person with grey hair sits in an indoor setting beside a white fireplace mantel topped with a vase of flowers. Behind the person, patterned curtains hang vertically next to a lamp. The person wears a dark, long-sleeved dress with a small light-colored pattern and a circular brooch at the neckline.
Walter Berry as Figaro with Christa Ludwig as Cherubino
Berry, Walter - Vocalist - bass-baritone - Figaro (Nozze di Figaro) - Has inscription
Ludwig, Christa - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - CherubinoHas inscription
Two individuals pose in ornate theatrical costumes against a light-colored wall. One person is seated in a military-style jacket with decorative braiding and a tricorn hat, while the other stands wearing a dark cape, ruffled shirt, and wide-brimmed hat. Both individuals look toward the camera with smiling expressions. Handwritten ink signatures are present across the middle of the frame.
Levitzki, Mischa, 1898-1941 - Instrumentalist - piano - -
A person in a suit is positioned behind the open lid and internal components of a grand piano. The individual wears a three-piece suit with a tie and a pocket square while looking toward the side. The foreground shows the strings and tuning pins of the piano, and the lid extends diagonally across the top left. The scene is depicted in monochromatic sepia tones with soft lighting.
Nilsson, Birgit - Vocalist - soprano - Turandot - Has inscription
A person wears a theatrical costume with a scale-like pattern and prominent, flared shoulder pieces in this black and white portrait. Their hands are crossed over their chest, displaying long, tapered fingernails. The headpiece features floral accents, a central crown, and two large, decorative wings that extend horizontally. A signature is written across the middle of the costume.
Guarrera, Frank, 1923- - Vocalist - baritone - Escamillo - Has inscription
A person poses in profile against a neutral studio background, wearing a flat-topped, wide-brimmed hat and a short, structured jacket over a ruffled shirt. One hand holds a cigar aloft while the other hand rests near their hip. A handwritten inscription and signature dated 1955 are visible across the center of the figure.
Sargent, Malcolm, Sir, 1895-1967 - Conductor - - - Has inscription
A person faces forward in a black and white portrait wearing a dark suit jacket, a white wing-collar shirt, and a white bow tie. A white flower is pinned to the lapel on the right side of the frame. The person has dark, slicked-back hair and an illegible signature is written in blue ink across the lower center of the clothing.
Gedda, Nicolai - Vocalist - tenor - Don Ottavio -
A person stands in a black and white portrait wearing a detailed historical costume. The outfit includes a dark doublet with lace trim, white sleeves with dark bands, a light sash across the torso, and a star emblem on the chest. The person's dark hair is styled back, and they are positioned against a plain, light-colored backdrop.
Del Monaco, Mario, 1915- - Vocalist - tenor - Otello - Has inscription
A person stands in an intricate, patterned theatrical costume with wide sleeves and metallic-looking embroidery. They have dark curly hair with light highlights, a dark beard, and wear jewelry including large hoop earrings and several rings. Blue ink handwriting and a signature are visible across the person's chest and arm. The background features architectural details such as a fluted column and a doorway.
Christoff, Boris - Vocalist - bass - Boris Godunov - Has inscription
A person wearing a highly detailed, jeweled robe and a jeweled crown with a fur brim stands in profile against a dark background. They hold a long, decorative scepter topped with an ornate finial while their mouth is open. A white margin on the left side of the frame contains a handwritten signature in purple ink.
Tebaldi, Renata - Vocalist - soprano - Maddalena de Coigny - Has inscription
A person is shown in profile from the chest up, facing toward the right. They wear a dark garment with a lace collar and a black lace veil secured by a ruffled lace headpiece. Dark curly hair is visible beneath the headpiece, and blue cursive handwriting is visible across the front of the person's clothing.
Paderewski, Ignace Jan, 1860-1941 - Instrumentalist - piano - -
A black and white portrait depicts a person with light-colored, messy hair and a thick mustache facing forward. They wear a dark jacket with a white collared shirt and a light-colored tie. The background is dark and indistinct, while a copyright symbol is located in the bottom left corner.
Ludwig, Christa - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Cherubino - Has inscription
Schwarzkopf, Elisabeth - Vocalist - soprano - Countess Almaviva
Streich, Rita, 1920- - Vocalist - soprano - Susanna (Nozze di Figaro)
Three individuals in 18th-century period attire are positioned on a stage with an ornate architectural background. Two sit on a low, draped piece of furniture, with one holding a guitar and sheet music. A third person stands to the right wearing a military-style jacket and a powdered wig.
Madeira, Jean - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - La Cieca - Has inscription
Milanov, Zinka - Vocalist - soprano - La GiocondaHas inscription
Warren, Leonard, 1911-1960 - Vocalist - baritone - Barnaba - Has inscription
An elaborate black and white stage set depicts a courtyard with tall arches, statues, and a central stone staircase. Two individuals in dark robes stand in the lower left near a stone well, while a third person stands in an entryway on the right. Handwritten signatures in cursive script are visible across the foreground and center of the scene.
Reader's Digest article about Symphony of the Air
Reader's Digest article titled The Orchestra That Refused to Die. Pages 2-3
This document contains four columns of text printed on two facing pages in a serif font. The header on the left page reads "THE READER'S DIGEST," while the header on the right page displays the title "THE ORCHESTRA THAT REFUSED TO DIE." The article details the history of a symphony orchestra and its members following the retirement of its conductor in 1954.
Toscanini, Arturo, 1867-1957 - Conductor - - - Has inscription
This black and white portrait shows a person from the chest up against a plain background. The person has thinning light-colored hair, dark eyebrows, and a prominent mustache, wearing a dark suit with a white collared shirt and a dark bowtie. One hand is raised to the side of their head, and a red signature is written across the bottom white border of the portrait.
This black and white portrait shows a person from the shoulders up, looking toward the top left of the frame. The individual wears thin-rimmed glasses and a collared shirt, with short hair and a side-parted hairstyle. High-contrast lighting illuminates the side of the person's face while the background is dark.
Svanholm, Set - Vocalist - tenor - Tristan - Has inscription
A person stands in a studio setting wearing a dark tunic with chainmail sleeves, a cape, and a metallic helmet with a crest. They hold a faceted chalice with both hands and look toward the vessel. A studded belt around the waist holds a sword, and a handwritten signature appears in dark ink across the bottom of the frame.
A black and white view of a theatrical performance features five individuals in formal historical attire positioned across a wide stage. The set includes detailed wall panels, a large crystal chandelier hanging from the center, and tall, draped window elements. Furniture such as small chairs and a sofa are arranged around the stage, alongside an elaborate decorative piece on the left wall.
Tucker, Richard, 1913-1975 - Vocalist - tenor - Rodolfo - Has inscription
A black and white studio portrait features a person from the thighs up, dressed in a period costume with their hands in their pockets. The attire includes a wide-brimmed hat, a double-breasted tailcoat with dark lapels, a large neck bow, a patterned waist sash, and checkered trousers. The person has facial hair including a mustache and goatee, and blue ink handwriting is present on the lower left of the frame.
Verrett, Shirley - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Azucena -
Costumed performers stand on a stage featuring a large, dark set piece that resembles a rugged mountain. A crowd gathers on the left side while a person in a long robe stands near a fringed canopy on the right. High-contrast lighting focuses on the individuals, who are dressed in various cloaks and headwear.
Peters, Roberta, 1930- - Vocalist - soprano - Queen of the Night -
A person in a dark, ornate costume with sheer sleeves and a metallic-looking chest piece poses against a plain background. They wear a tall headdress topped with many feathers and a crescent moon ornament at the base. One hand is raised holding a wavy-bladed dagger, while the other hand rests on their hip.
Elias, Rosalind - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Lola -
A person is shown from the waist up in black and white wearing traditional-style clothing against a dark background. The outfit consists of a white ruffled blouse, a light-colored vest, and a pleated skirt with dark horizontal stripes. A small, patterned hat sits on the person's head with a long, ornate lace veil falling over their shoulders.
Hurley, Laurel - Vocalist - soprano - Susanna (Nozze di Figaro) -
A person is shown from the waist up in a structured gown with a fitted bodice and puffed sleeves that end in tulle ruffles. Their hair is styled in curls with a dark bow at the top, and they wear drop earrings. The person is positioned in a side profile against a plain, light-colored background.
A large group of people in formal dress are arranged in tiered rows on a stage. One individual stands on the left side facing the group with hands extended towards them. The group members wear dark suits with white shirts and bow ties or long dark dresses with decorative white necklines. The scene is set against a dark background with large vertical structures.
Johnson, Thor - Conductor - - - Has inscription
A person with short hair and glasses wears a dark suit jacket, a collared shirt, and a tie. Their hands are clasped in the lower foreground against a plain, shaded background. Handwritten text in blue ink on the right contains a message to Warren Perry and a signature, while a studio mark is visible in the bottom left corner.
Anna Maria Canali as Meg Page in Falstaff
Canali, Anna Maria - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Meg Page - Has inscription
A person is shown from the waist up wearing a wide, textured headpiece with translucent fabric hanging from both sides. The individual wears a gown with long sleeves and a white draped collar while holding a small document. Handwritten script is visible across the bottom of the frame over the plain background.
Entrance to the Grand Hall of the Moscow Conservatory
Moskovskaia gosudarstvennaia konservatoriia im. P.I. Chaikovskogo - Building - - -
Moscow (Russia) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
This black and white view features a large building with ornate classical architecture, including multiple columns and a rounded upper floor. Above the main entrance, a pediment displays the Cyrillic text "БОЛЬШОЙ Ð—ÐÐ›." Two people walk along a path in the foreground, surrounded by trees and greenery.
Varnay, Astrid - Vocalist - soprano - Venus -
This black and white studio portrait features a person with long, light-colored wavy hair looking toward the upper left. Their hand is resting on their neck, and they wear a garment with dark, teardrop-shaped accents on the shoulder. A photographer's signature is in the bottom right corner against a solid light background.
Wächter, Eberhard - Vocalist - baritone - Figaro (Nozze di Figaro) -
A person sits in a studio setting wearing 18th-century period clothing, which includes a dark jacket with decorative patterns and lace-trimmed cuffs. They wear a white cravat tied in a bow and have their hair styled in waves and pulled back. The person holds a thin rod across their lap while looking off-camera.
Sergey Prokofiev with conductor Nicolai Malko
Prokofiev, Sergey, 1891-1953 - Composer - - -
Two people are positioned in a studio containing a grand piano and various recording equipment. One person is seated at the piano, while the other sits on a raised platform behind a console wearing formal attire and a bow tie. Microphones are mounted on stands throughout the room, which features tiled floors and paneled walls.
Steinberg, William, 1899-1978 - Conductor - - - Has inscription
A person is shown from the chest up in black and white, angled toward the right against a dark background. The individual has a receding hairline and is dressed in a dark suit jacket, a white collared shirt, and a dark necktie. Handwritten script is visible on the lower left side across the clothing.
Kungliga Teatern (Stockholm, Sweden) - Building - - -
Stockholm (Sweden) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
This grand hall features a series of large crystal chandeliers hanging from a highly decorated, vaulted ceiling. The walls are adorned with intricate moldings, sculptures, and large mirrors, reflecting the light from the chandeliers. Several white marble busts sit on pedestals along the perimeter of the room, which is lined with formal upholstered seating.
Cerquetti, Anita - Vocalist - soprano - Amelia - Has inscription
This black and white portrait displays an individual wearing a floor-length dark gown with white decorative trim around the neck and bodice. The garment features long sleeves with white fabric visible at the wrists. Handwritten and typed text are visible on the right side and bottom of the frame as the person stands against a plain wall.
Ansermet, Ernest, 1883-1969 - Conductor - - - Has inscription
A person with white hair and a pointed beard sits in an ornate wooden chair at a desk, looking down at a spiral-bound book. They are dressed in a dark suit and tie, with one hand resting on the book's pages and the other holding a pair of eyeglasses. Handwritten text and the number 54 appear on the right side of the neutral background.
Slebos, Jenska - Instrumentalist - violoncello - - Has inscription
This black and white portrait features a person with short, wavy hair and a pearl necklace holding a cello. One hand is placed on the fingerboard of the instrument. In the top right corner, there is a signature written in blue ink.
Borkh, Inge - Vocalist - soprano - Sieglinde -
Nilsson, Birgit - Vocalist - soprano - Brunnhilde
Schoeffler, Paul - Vocalist - baritone - Wotan
Turner, Claramae, 1920- - Vocalist - contralto - Fricka
Vickers, Jon - Vocalist - tenor - Siegmund - Has inscription
Wildermann, William - Vocalist - bass - Hunding
Six performers in theatrical costumes stand in a row across a stage against a backdrop of floor-to-ceiling draped curtains. On the far left, one individual bows forward while others hold hands or stand with their arms outstretched. This black and white scene features a dark cursive signature across the lower section of the frame.
Szell, George, 1897-1970 - Conductor - - -
A head-and-shoulders portrait shows a person looking toward the side against a light, neutral background. The person wears round glasses, a dark suit jacket with a white pocket square, a white collared shirt, and a white bow tie. Small text is visible in the bottom right corner of the frame.
Brownlee, John, 1901-1969 - Vocalist - baritone - Don Alfonso - Has inscription
Guarrera, Frank, 1923- - Vocalist - baritone - GuglielmoHas inscription
Munsel, Patrice, 1925- - Vocalist - soprano - Despina - Has inscription
Steber, Eleanor - Vocalist - soprano - Fiordiligi - Has inscription
Thebom, Blanche - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Dorabella - Has inscription
Tucker, Richard, 1913-1975 - Vocalist - tenor - Ferrando (Cosi fan tutte) - Has inscription
Act 2, scene 2: Fiordiligi, Dorabella, Despina, Don Alfonso
Multiple individuals dressed in 18th-century style costumes are positioned on a stage that features a curved step, decorative latticework, and statues on pedestals. White handwritten signatures are overlaid across the scene, including those of Eleanor Steber, John Brownlee, Blanche Thebom, Patrice Munsel, Richard Tucker, and Frank Guarrera. The performers are arranged in various poses, with some standing and others seated on a bench or the floor.
Corena, Fernando - Vocalist - bass - Don Pasquale - Has inscription
A person is shown from the chest up wearing a dark jacket with a white rose on the lapel, a large bow tie, and a ruffled shirt. They have wide eyes, an open mouth, and exaggerated facial hair consisting of thick eyebrows and bushy sideburns that connect to a mustache. Cursive handwriting is visible in the top right corner against a plain, light-colored background.
Teatro Colón (Buenos Aires, Argentina) - Building - - -
Buenos Aires (Argentina) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
This grand multi-story structure features arched windows, decorative reliefs, and a prominent triangular pediment. A vintage truck is parked near a curved awning at the base of the building, while pedestrians walk across the paved street and surrounding grounds. Dense trees and palm plants border the area, with children standing in a sunlit grassy space in the foreground.
Serafin, Tullio, 1878-1968 - Conductor - - - Has inscription
A person with white hair stands behind a music stand holding a raised conductor's baton. They wear a dark suit jacket over a vest and a collared shirt with a tie. A blue signature is written across the person's torso, and a lamp is visible on the right side. Text at the bottom corners includes "EMI 35" and "© PUBLIFOTO".
Roman, Stella - Vocalist - soprano - - Has inscription
This black and white portrait shows a person looking upward and to the side while wearing a dark, long-sleeved garment. A patterned lace veil covers their dark hair and drapes over their shoulders. A signature in blue ink reading "Stella Roman" is positioned on the left side of the frame against a plain background.
Sullivan, Brian, 1919-1969 - Vocalist - tenor - Tamino - Has inscription
This black and white portrait features a person wearing an elaborate, striped costume with large, curved appliqués and a matching pointed cap. They are posed holding a wooden flute to their lips with both hands. The name "Brian Sullivan" is signed in script on the right side, and a small credit label is visible at the very bottom.
Two individuals wearing decorative garments and headpieces are positioned on a stage. Behind them hangs a large cloth with a repeating pattern of spirals and vertical shapes. To the left, an architectural opening reveals a painted backdrop of a pyramid, while the foreground contains a draped table and small pedestals.
Maynor, Dorothy - Vocalist - soprano - - Has inscription
A person with dark hair styled in waves is shown from the shoulders up, looking away from the camera against a light background. They wear a high-necked, shimmering garment decorated with vertical and chevron lines of beads. A handwritten signature is visible in the lower right, and a small studio label is in the bottom left corner.
Arena (Verona, Italy) - Building - - -
A massive outdoor stage set features a central pagoda structure atop a wide staircase, flanked by tiered levels filled with costumed performers. Large flags line the top of the set against a dark background, and an orchestra is visible in a pit below the main stage area. A dense audience sits in the foreground, facing the illuminated performance space.
Edelmann, Otto - Vocalist - bass - Hans Sachs - Has inscription
A person stands facing forward wearing a dark, fur-trimmed vest over a garment with ruffled cuffs and a wide-belted tunic. They have light-colored hair, dark eyebrows, a thin mustache, and a light-colored beard. Their hands are positioned at chest level, gripping the inner edges of the vest. Handwriting and a signature appear in the upper right corner, and a photographer's mark is in the bottom left.
Simionato, Giulietta - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Santuzza -
This black and white composition shows a person in a theatrical costume standing before a dark opening in a stone-like wall. The individual wears a white headscarf, a long-sleeved white top, and a full skirt with a decorative floral band at the bottom. Text at the bottom of the frame provides details about the performance and the person depicted.
Caniglia, Maria - Vocalist - soprano - Stephana - Has inscription
A person is depicted from the chest up wearing a dark coat with a voluminous fur collar and a matching fur hat in black and white. Their head is tilted toward their shoulder with their hands tucked into the collar. Printed text at the bottom and a blue handwritten signature on the left identify the subject and performance details.
Schuricht, Carl, 1880-1967 - Conductor - - -
A person with short hair wearing a dark jacket and patterned bowtie stands before a music stand with arms outstretched. One hand is raised above the head while the other is extended laterally. Behind the person is an ornate white balcony and architectural detailing within a large room.
Clifford Harvuot as High Priest of Dagon
Harvuot, Clifford, 1912- - Vocalist - baritone - High Priest of Dagon -
A person is shown from the waist up wearing a thin headband over dark hair, a long dark beard, and a dark robe draped over their shoulders. One hand is raised in front of their chest with the palm facing upwards and fingers slightly curled. The background is a plain, light-colored surface in this black and white portrait.
Teatro comunale di Firenze - Building - - -
Florence (Italy) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
This monochrome perspective from a stage looks out toward rows of ground-level seating and a large, multi-tiered upper balcony. Ornate columns and architectural details line the sides of the hall above the various seating sections. Stage footlights are visible in the foreground, and extensive metal scaffolding with hanging lights fills the top portion of the frame.
Renata Tebaldi as Leonora di Varga with Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Oliviero De Fabritiis, Giuseppe Savio, and unidentified male
Tebaldi, Renata - Vocalist - soprano - Leonora di Vargas -
Guelfi, Gian Giacomo - Vocalist - baritone - Padre Guardiano
Five people stand in a row against a backdrop that includes architectural details and a gate. Three individuals on the left wear long robes with hoods and rope belts, while the two on the right wear dark formal suits and bow ties. One person in a suit holds a thin baton.
Altobelli, Enzo - Instrumentalist - violoncello - -
Member of I Musici. -- Reverse stamped: Hurok Attractions, NYC
A person sits on a wooden chair and plays a cello in a room with paneled walls. They are dressed in formal clothing consisting of a tailcoat and a white shirt. The person holds a bow in their right hand against the strings while their left hand is positioned on the neck of the instrument.
Carol Fox (right) with Lawrence Kelly and unidentified employee of Lyric Theater of Chicago
Fox, Carol - Person (other) - Manager - -
A person sits at a desk pointing a pen toward a poster that states "LYRIC THEATRE GRAND OPERA OCT. 31 THRU DEC. 3 55% OF TICKETS ALREADY SOLD!". Another person stands behind the desk in a suit, while a third person stands to the right in a striped dress. The desk in the foreground is covered with papers and stacks of tickets.
A group of people in formal attire are positioned on a stage for a musical performance. In the foreground, musicians sit with stringed instruments and a grand piano while a central figure stands on a podium. Multiple rows of people stand behind them against a dark background illuminated by spotlights from the upper corners.
Thebom, Blanche - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Dido -
A black and white view of a stage production features a large ensemble in ancient-style clothing. The set includes tall block-like buildings, columns, and a painted backdrop showing a building on a hill. One individual stands alone in the center of the stage, while others are grouped around the perimeter or seated on a raised platform.
Gobbi, Tito - Vocalist - baritone - Iago - Has inscription
This black and white portrait shows a person dressed in a period theatrical costume consisting of a dark feathered cap, a white ruff collar, and a tunic with chainmail elements on the sleeves and waist. The person features facial makeup with a thin mustache and a pointed goatee. Handwritten text and a signature are located on the right side of the frame.
Kirsten, Dorothy, 1910-1992 - Vocalist - soprano - Tosca - Has inscription
A person is depicted from the chest up, wearing a formal gown with beaded details and long white gloves. They are adorned with a tiara, large dangling earrings, and a statement necklace featuring dark stones surrounded by smaller light gems. The portrait includes a signature in blue ink on the right side and a studio mark in the bottom corner.
A large group of people in various costumes stands in an area with white particles falling from above. In the foreground, individuals have their arms raised and some hold wooden staves. A person on a horse is positioned in the background near figures wearing long capes and large, textured columns.
Preves, Milton - Instrumentalist - viola - - Has inscription
A person with short hair wearing a dark suit and collared shirt holds a viola and draws a bow across the strings. Blue handwriting in the top right corner contains a message addressed to Mr. Warren Perry and signed by Milton Preves. This black and white depiction shows the person from the chest up against a light background.
Warren, Leonard, 1911-1960 - Vocalist - baritone - Alfredo Germont - Has inscription
A black and white studio portrait features a person from the waist up against a plain background. The individual has light, curly hair and thick sideburns, and is dressed in a dark coat, white collared shirt, and a large dark bowtie. Their hands are resting on the brim of a top hat while holding a pair of white gloves, and a signature is visible on the left side of the frame.
Barbieri, Fedora - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Amneris -
This black and white scene shows a group of people on a stage with walls featuring carved symbols in the background. A person in a long, decorated dress stands holding a tall pole with a banner and a cross-like ornament at the top. Another person in a short patterned tunic and white cap kneels on the floor in front of them.
Simionato, Giulietta - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Amneris -
Bergonzi, Carlo - Vocalist - tenor - Radames
Mazzoli, Ferruccio - Vocalist - bass - Ramfis
Merrill, Robert, 1917- - Vocalist - baritone - Amonasro
Roberti, Margherita - Vocalist - - Aida
Ventriglia, Franco - Vocalist - bass - King of Egypt
Act 2, scene 2 (l. to r.): Aida, Amonascro, Radames, King of Egypt, Amneris, Ramphis -- Conducted by Antonio Votto, staged by Carlo Maestrini
scenic production redesigned by Gerald Ritholz
A large ensemble stands on a stage between two obelisks and architectural structures featuring Egyptian motifs. The performers wear robes, headdresses, and armor, with some carrying shields and spears. A few individuals are positioned in the center foreground while rows of people fill the middle and background against a light backdrop.
Hines, Jerome, 1921- - Vocalist - bass - Gurnemanz -
A person with styled white hair and a thick, wavy white beard is depicted from the torso up. They are wearing a light-colored robe over a shirt with a dark diamond pattern and are looking toward the upper right of the frame. The portrait is in black and white with a dark, uniform background.