Postcard of Arena di Verona production of Boris Godunov
Arena (Verona, Italy) - Building - - -
Verona (Italy) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
This theatrical stage for a production of Boris Godunov features many performers in long, ornate robes positioned across multiple levels. A large stone structure with golden religious icons in arched niches serves as the backdrop, topped with illuminated domes against a dark sky. The name of the production is printed in white letters in the upper right corner of the scene.
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Postcard of Staatsoper Dresden Semperoper, chandelier
Dresden (Germany) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
A large gold chandelier with multiple tiers of glowing candle-style bulbs and round globes hangs in a grand room. The ceiling above features a central circular design surrounded by painted panels and ornate architectural detailing. Dark curtains are visible in the background beneath an ornamental frieze.
Postcard of Arena di Verona production of Un ballo in maschera
A large outdoor stage set features classical architectural facades with multiple levels and arched entryways for a performance of Un Ballo in Maschera. Many individuals in period clothing are stationed across the various tiers, staircases, and the main stage area. The words "UN BALLO IN MASCHERA" are printed in white in the upper right corner against the dark sky.
Postcard of Teatro Colón, Buenos Aires, Argentina: exterior
Teatro Colón (Buenos Aires, Argentina) - Building - - -
Buenos Aires (Argentina) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
This multi-story building features elaborate neoclassical architecture with detailed stone carvings, columns, and a tiered roofline. Several vintage automobiles are parked along the street in the foreground, while people are positioned near the sidewalks and building entrances. Thin utility wires crisscross the clear blue sky above the scene.
Postcard of Arena di Verona production of Lohengrin
A large theatrical production for Lohengrin displays a central white staircase ascending amidst stylized, bare tree backdrops. Dozens of performers carrying red shields are positioned on tiered platforms on the left, while those on the right carry green shields. A few central figures stand at the base of the stairs on the brightly lit stage floor. The title "LOHENGRIN" is visible in the top right corner.
Postcard of Staatsoper Dresden Semperoper, Konche der Exedra mit Gemälden von Paul Kiessling Drei Grazien, Apollon, und Marsyas
The interior displays a decorated domed ceiling with a central medallion of three figures surrounded by smaller paintings of cherubs and gilded ornaments. Below the dome, a stone arch holds a large crest featuring the letter A within an ornate border. The scene is viewed from a low angle, highlighting the complex architectural details and gold-leaf finishes.
Postcard of the Vienna Opera House, auditorium
Vienna (Austria) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
The interior of a grand theater features several curved levels of balcony seating overlooking a large audience on the main floor. The balcony fronts are decorated with gold leaf patterns and small lamps, while a large domed ceiling with golden architectural detailing arches above. Warm light illuminates the entire venue and its occupants.
Postcard of Arena di Verona production of Aida
This scene depicts a large-scale theatrical production on an expansive multi-tiered stage decorated with Egyptian-style carvings and statues. A tall golden figure stands at the center of the set, which is populated by numerous people in light-colored costumes arranged across various levels. The background consists of tall, reddish walls featuring hieroglyphics, while an orchestra occupies the foreground below the stage.
Postcard of the Richard-Wagner-Museum, Graupa bei Dresden, interior
Richard Wagner Museum (Dresden, Germany) - Building - - -
This interior space shows the first Wagner room at the Richard-Wagner-Museum. A dark wood piano with sheet music sits between two curtained windows, accompanied by a small cushioned stool and several wooden chairs. A round table with a white lace cloth is positioned in the foreground, and framed documents are mounted on the walls.
Postcard of the Vienna Opera House, entrance lobby
This grand interior space features wide marble staircases with dark green carpet runners and multiple decorative lamp posts. Gold leaf carvings and detailed moldings adorn the vaulted ceilings, arches, and pillars. The architecture is highly decorative with polished stone floors extending throughout the hall.
This museum exhibition space contains several glass-topped display cases arranged in the center and along the walls. Five violins are mounted in an arch on the back wall next to a window with white curtains. A framed portrait and a long woodwind instrument hang nearby, and text at the bottom identifies the location as the Richard-Wagner-Museum in Graupa.
Postcard of Hungarian State Opera House in Budapest, ground floor vestibule
Magyar Állami Operaház - Building - - -
Budapest (Hungary) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
This interior hall features high vaulted ceilings decorated with colorful murals and gold trim. Large chandeliers with white globes illuminate the space, which is lined with pink marble walls and grey marble columns with decorative capitals. Arched wooden doorways and information stands are positioned across a patterned tile floor.
Magyar Távirati Iroda (Budapest, Hungary)
Postcard of Staatsoper Dresden Semperoper, exterior at dusk
An illuminated classical building with symmetrical arched windows and a central pediment overlooks a wide, paved plaza at dusk. To the left, a dark silhouette of an equestrian statue sits atop a large, multi-tiered pedestal. On the right, a tall, ornate lamppost with several glowing yellow lights illuminates the square, where a few small figures and parked cars are visible.
Festspielhaus (Bayreuth, Germany) - Building - - -
Bayreuth (Germany) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
An expansive auditorium contains rows of curved seating that sweep across the floor. The walls are lined with white classical columns set against red panels, featuring multiple round light fixtures attached to the architecture. The wide ceiling is decorated with a series of blue, green, and tan geometric patterns and floral motifs.
Oberfräankischer Ansichtskartenverlag Bayreuth
Postcard of the Vienna Opera House, Schwind-foyer
A grand hall displays an opulent interior with high vaulted ceilings and multiple large circular chandeliers. The walls and ceiling are adorned with intricate gold moldings, decorative panels, and numerous paintings depicting various figures. Large wooden doors are set into marble-patterned walls, and the space features a highly polished, reflective floor.
Teatro Rossini (Pesaro, Italy) - Building - - -
Pesaro (Italy) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
A two-story classical stone building stands in an urban square with people walking on the sidewalk and vehicles parked nearby. The ground floor features a central arched wooden door with a rusticated stone surround and posters displayed on the outer walls. The upper level contains a central arched window and two square windows positioned beneath a wide triangular pediment.
Postcard of Staatsoper Dresden Semperoper, Oberes Vestibül mit Kunstmarmorsäulen
This grand hall features an ornate architectural design with green marble columns and vaulted ceilings decorated with intricate frescoes. Large gold chandeliers with white globe lights hang from above, illuminating patterned stone tiles and multiple arched corridors. Green stone balustrades surround floor openings that lead to lower levels of the building.
A large-scale stage production displays a tiered stone structure shaped like a pyramid with a golden winged emblem at its peak. Performers in various robes line the stairs and the striped floor below. The text "AIDA" is visible in the top right corner.
Postcard of Arena di Verona production of La Traviata
An elaborate architectural set depicts a grand building with numerous archways, a blue mansard roof, and a second-story balcony. On the stage floor, a large cast of performers wears formal nineteenth-century costumes, including voluminous gowns and dark suits. The text "LA TRAVIATA" appears in the upper right corner against a dark background. An orchestra pit with musicians is visible at the bottom of the frame.
Postcard of the Richard-Wagner-Museum, Graupa bei Dresden, exterior
A multi-story building with a gabled roof and partial half-timbering sits behind an open wooden gate flanked by stone pillars. A small sign is attached to the right pillar, and wooden benches are positioned near the entrance and along a path. Bare trees surround the structure, while text at the bottom identifies the location as the Richard-Wagner-Museum in Graupa, near Dresden.
Postcard of the Vienna Opera House, tea salon
This grand interior space features an elaborate gold-gilded coffered ceiling with circular paintings. A large fireplace with a massive mirror is flanked by gold-framed wall panels and complemented by a grouping of plush armchairs. The room includes a long brown sofa against a gold-patterned wall and a tall, decorative floor lamp standing on a wide red carpet.
Postcard of Arena di Verona production of Turandot
An opera production of Turandot is staged on a massive set with high, tiered walls resembling ancient stone architecture. A large circular structure at the center contains a blue mask with a neutral expression located above a central staircase. Numerous costumed performers, some in armor and others in robes, are arranged across the different levels and floor of the set.
Postcard of Staatsoper Dresden Semperoper, Unteres Rundfoyer
The hallway features decorative wood-paneled walls and a vaulted ceiling adorned with various paintings and motifs. Several gold-colored chandeliers with round white globes illuminate the curved, polished floor. A white staircase is visible in the distance, leading toward an arched doorway at the end of the corridor.
This interior space features arched ceilings and white walls adorned with framed portraits and wall-mounted lamps. A wooden piano stands along one wall, with several rows of dark chairs positioned in front of it. Printed text at the bottom identifies the location as the Richard-Wagner-Museum in Graupa bei Dresden.
Maria Callas and Ettore Bastianini in Lucia di Lammermoor
Callas, Maria, 1923-1977 - Vocalist - soprano - Lucia -
Bastianini, Ettore - Vocalist - baritone - Lord Henry Ashton
Two people are positioned on a stage wearing detailed historical attire, including a long, patterned gown and a dark jacket with decorative buttons. The background consists of tall, dark curtains and a large, ornate wooden structure with an arched opening on the right side. A small table and a high-backed chair are located near the center of the stage. Both individuals have their arms raised as if in performance.
MacDonald, Jeanette, 1903-1965 - Vocalist - soprano - - Has inscription
A person with light-colored, styled wavy hair rests a hand near their chin while smiling. They wear a dark, rounded ring and a garment with gathered fabric at the shoulder. A signature is written in dark ink across the lower section of the portrait, which is bordered on the right by an ornate, carved floral pattern.
Maria Callas and Mario del Monaco in Andrea Chenier
Callas, Maria, 1923-1977 - Vocalist - soprano - Maddalena de Coigny -
Del Monaco, Mario, 1915- - Vocalist - tenor - Andrea Chenier
This black and white scene shows two main performers in historical attire on a theater stage. One person wears a dark, patterned coat with knee breeches and buckled shoes, while the other wears a long, light-colored gown with multiple tiers and ruffles. Additional performers in period dress are visible in the background under stage lighting.
Maria Callas as Amelia in Un ballo in maschera
Callas, Maria, 1923-1977 - Vocalist - soprano - Amelia -
An individual is wearing a dark, floor-length gown with voluminous sleeves and white lace-trimmed cuffs. A white fur-lined hood is tied at the neck with a large white bow and long ribbons that hang down the front of the garment. One hand is raised near the chest, and the background contains dark, arched architectural elements.
Muzio, Claudia, 1889-1936 - Vocalist - soprano - Tosca -
A person is positioned centrally within an oval frame wearing a wide-brimmed hat decorated with feathers and a dark jacket over an embroidered top. They have dark, wavy hair and wear dark makeup on their eyes and lips. The name "Daguerre Chicago" is written in the bottom right corner.
Callas, Maria, 1923-1977 - Vocalist - soprano - -
A person sits on the edge of a tiered wooden stage with their arms extended wide and mouth open. The individual wears a dark top, a multi-strand necklace, a knee-length skirt, and dark shoes. The background is dark and contains several indistinct, blurred figures.
Callas, Maria, 1923-1977 - Vocalist - soprano - Imogene -
A person stands on a tiled stage floor wearing a gown with long, flowing sleeves and embroidery on the bodice. They are wearing a small, textured headpiece and looking toward the side. The setting includes a dark, patterned backdrop behind the figure.
Maria Callas as Amina in La sonnambula, Act I, scene 2a
A group of performers in 19th-century style clothing, including long dresses and dark suits, stands on a stage with a large wooden structure. Several individuals hold lanterns while others stand in clusters or sit on a low bench. The set behind them includes multiple arches, columns, and a framed doorway.
Maria Callas as Violetta in Traviata, Act II
Callas, Maria, 1923-1977 - Vocalist - soprano - Violetta -
A person with dark hair pulled back is shown from the shoulders up, looking toward the upper right corner of the frame. They wear a light-colored garment with a white lace collar and dark buttons, and a large white flower is tucked into their hair. The person has dark winged eyeliner and is wearing a pearl earring against a plain, shadowed background.
Gobbi, Tito - Vocalist - baritone - Falstaff - Has inscription
A person stands wearing a large tunic with billowing sleeves and a wide leather belt against a dark background. The individual wears heavy stage makeup, including exaggerated eyebrows and facial hair, while looking upward and gesturing with one hand toward their torso. A cursive signature in blue ink is written across the front of the garment near the waistline.
Callas, Maria, 1923-1977 - Vocalist - soprano - Medee - Has inscription
A person in a voluminous dark cloak stands on a stage floor decorated with geometric patterns. In the background, tall columns from an ancient setting rise behind several figures dressed in light-colored robes. A signature is written across the center of the scene, and a large decorated vessel sits in the lower right foreground.
Giulietta Simionato as Santuzza in Cavalleria rusticana
Simionato, Giulietta - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Santuzza - Has inscription
A person wearing a long skirt with a decorative border, an apron, and a white headscarf stands on stone-like steps. They are positioned with their hands clasped and face directed upward in front of a textured, rocky backdrop. Text at the bottom of the scene identifies the performer as Giulietta Simionato at Teatro alla Scala.
Tullio Serafin (left), Renata Tebaldi, and Tito Gobbi in rehearsal of Falstaff
Tebaldi, Renata - Vocalist - soprano - Desdemona - Has inscription
Del Monaco, Mario, 1915- - Vocalist - tenor - Otello
A stage or film set features two central figures standing on a patterned rug within a room containing a large, ornate fireplace and a folding screen. One person in the foreground wears a dark hat and coat, while another individual is partially visible in the lower right corner. The lighting focuses on the central figures, who are dressed in formal attire.
Callas, Maria, 1923-1977 - Vocalist - soprano - Anna Bolena -
A person wearing a dark velvet gown with a jeweled neckline and a large ornamental necklace looks toward the upper right. They have dramatic eyeliner and a white, winged headpiece that covers their hair. Text in the lower-left corner identifies the subject as Maria Callas in the production of "Anna Bolena" at Teatro alla Scala.
Maria Callas as Lucia in Lucia di Lammermoor
Callas, Maria, 1923-1977 - Vocalist - soprano - Lucia - Has inscription
A person in a long, pleated gown stands on a stage with arms slightly extended. Large fluted columns and tiered theater boxes filled with people in formal wear form the background. Cursive handwriting is visible across the bottom right area of the scene.
Brownlee, John, 1901-1969 - Vocalist - baritone - - Has inscription
This black and white portrait features a person in a houndstooth blazer, collared shirt, and striped tie leaning against a dark surface with hands clasped. Blue ink handwriting appears above and below the central portrait, with "For Warren Perry" at the top and "with best wishes John Brownlee" at the bottom. A white signature is also visible on the dark surface in the lower-left corner of the portrait area.
Licia Albanese as Madame Butterfly, 1940
Albanese, Licia - Vocalist - soprano - Cio-Cio-San -
Received with invitation to Licia Albanese Puccini Foundation concert of winners of the 2000 International Vocal Competition, Oct. 14, 2000
A person stands against a dark background wearing a patterned red and white kimono and an elaborate floral headpiece. They hold an open parasol over their shoulder and carry a large bundle of light-colored blossoms. A dark wooden railing is visible to the left, and the person wears traditional white socks and sandals.
Olivero, Magda - Vocalist - soprano - Adriana -
A person stands in a room wearing a voluminous period costume featuring a dark bodice and a skirt with ornate scrollwork embroidery. The setting includes a large paneled window to the left and a wall-mounted candle sconce above a decorative chair to the right. The person's hair is styled, and they wear a necklace while looking upward and away from the camera.
Callas, Maria, 1923-1977 - Vocalist - soprano - Tosca -
A person is shown from the waist up in a black-and-white portrait wearing a dark, high-waisted dress with a jewel-encrusted square neckline. They wear an elaborate multi-layered necklace with teardrop pendants and a tiara within their dark, styled hair. The person has heavy winged eye makeup and is positioned looking off to the side against a dark backdrop.
Martial Singher as Dapertutto in The Tales of Hoffmann
Singher, Martial - Vocalist - baritone - Dapertutto -
A person wearing a historical costume poses against a plain, light background. The outfit includes a long coat with dark lapels, large buttons, and a ruffled white shirt visible at the neck and sleeves. The individual wears a white powdered wig tied with a black ribbon and has prominent, arched eyebrows.
Maria Callas as Alcestis and Renato Gavarini as Admeto
Callas, Maria, 1923-1977 - Vocalist - soprano - Alcestis -
Gavarini, Renato - Vocalist - tenor - Admetus
A person wearing a dark floor-length garment and an updo hairstyle stands under a spotlight on a stage. To the right, another person is partially visible holding a tall staff with an ornate top. Text in the lower left corner identifies the scene as Maria Callas in "Alceste" at Teatro alla Scala.
Moffo, Anna - Vocalist - soprano - Violetta - Has inscription
A person stands in an interior room wearing an off-the-shoulder gown with a wide, multi-tiered skirt. The setting includes a table with a candelabra and a pillar in the background. Handwritten text is visible at the bottom of the frame.
A person stands in a dark, textured gown with fur trim and a white, winged headdress against a backdrop of stone pillars and stairs. They wear a large necklace and have their hands clasped in front of their waist. Text at the bottom left identifies the individual as Maria Callas in the production "Anna Bolena" at Teatro alla Scala.
Thomas, Theodore, 1835-1905 - Conductor - - - Has inscription
A person with a mustache is shown from the waist up wearing a dark suit jacket, a vest, and a bow tie. The individual faces forward against a dark, solid background. Cursive text at the bottom of the portrait reads "Faithfully yours Theodore Thomas."
Maria Callas as Rosina in Barber of Seville
Callas, Maria, 1923-1977 - Vocalist - soprano - Rosina -
A person stands on a stage wearing an ornate white dress with many ruffles and a black netted layer adorned with dark pom-poms. They hold a white fan in a raised hand and have a floral ornament in their dark hair. Text at the bottom of the frame identifies the location and performer in a theatrical production.
Farrar, Geraldine, 1882-1967 - Vocalist - soprano - - Has inscription
This black and white portrait features a person with white hair and a pearl necklace seated in a wicker chair. The person holds two small, dark-colored dogs on their lap. In the upper right corner, there is a handwritten signature and the date 1953.
A person stands centered in a black and white setting, wearing an elaborate gown with long, patterned sleeves and a wide skirt. The outfit includes a high, pleated collar and a cape-like garment draped from the shoulders to the floor. Text at the bottom of the frame provides details about the stage production and the individual featured.
Maria Callas as Iphigénie in Iphigénie en Tauride
Callas, Maria, 1923-1977 - Vocalist - soprano - Iphigénie -
A person wearing an ornate, full-skirted gown and a long cape stands centered in a stone courtyard featuring columns and arched openings. The outfit includes multiple strand necklaces and a small crescent moon accessory positioned on the head. This black and white scene depicts the individual from a full-length perspective facing the viewer.
Bampton, Rose - Vocalist - soprano - Leonora -
A black and white scene features a person standing beside a large column, wearing a floor-length black gown with sheer, draping sleeves. The person has a dark veil over their head with a light-colored lining visible around the face. Their hands are pressed together in front of their chest, and a dark necklace with a pendant is visible around their neck. The background consists of a plain, light-colored wall and the base of a textured column.
Maria Callas as Violetta in Traviata, Act III
This black-and-white portrait features a person wearing an off-the-shoulder, dark-colored gown embellished with light-colored beadwork and long white gloves. Their hands are crossed in front of them, and they are wearing large drop earrings with their hair pulled back. A distinct shadow of the person's profile and torso is projected onto the wall behind them.
Maria Callas as Violetta and Cesare Valletti as Alfredo in Traviata
Valletti, Cesare - Vocalist - tenor - Alfredo Germont
Two individuals in theatrical costumes are positioned together in an embrace. One sits on an ornate stool wearing a dark jacket and boots, while the other leans toward them wearing a full-skirted dress. The scene takes place on a stage featuring long curtains and a balustrade in the background.
Maria Callas as Violetta and Ettore Bastianini as Giorgio Germont in Traviata, Act II
Bastianini, Ettore - Vocalist - baritone - Giorgio Germont
This theatrical scene depicts two people on a stage with an elaborate painted backdrop showing a two-story house, stone gateposts, and tall trees. One person wearing a long, light-colored dress and wide-brimmed hat stands in the center of the stage. Another person in a dark coat and trousers stands to the right near a small outdoor table, chairs, and a patio umbrella.
A person sits in profile on a round, dark ottoman with their hands resting on their lap. They wear a dark dress and long light-colored gloves, with hair pinned back. The setting includes a carved chair and other furniture placed on a stage under directed lighting.
Callas, Maria, 1923-1977 - Vocalist - soprano - Norma -
This black and white scene features numerous performers on a tiered stage dressed in ancient-style costumes. A figure in a long white gown stands on the right, surrounded by others in hooded and veiled white robes. To the left, a person wearing a crown and white robes holds a long staff while another individual kneels on the steps. The background contains additional figures holding banners with circular and crescent-shaped symbols.
Iturbi, José, 1895- - Instrumentalist - piano - - Has inscription
A person with short, slicked-back hair wears a collared shirt, a dark necktie, and a textured blazer. They are smiling while holding a tobacco pipe in one hand. A signature in dark ink is scrawled across the center of the person's torso over the clothing. The background is out of focus with light and dark vertical tones.
Callas, Maria, 1923-1977 - Vocalist - soprano - Paolina -
A person stands on a stage set dressed in a long, layered white gown with a matching translucent veil over their head. One hand is held near the face while the other rests at the waist as the person looks toward the side. The background features dark, textured walls, and printed text is visible along the bottom edge of the frame.
Maria Callas as Tosca and Tito Gobbi as Scarpia, Tosca Act III
Gobbi, Tito - Vocalist - baritone - Baron Scarpia
Two people in historical formal wear are positioned together in a dimly lit interior. One person sits on a fur-covered chaise longue, wearing a dark gown with a beaded necklace and a tiara. The other person stands beside them wearing a dark jacket with a white ruffled cravat and gestures with one hand. A stack of large books and patterned wallpaper appear in the background.
Renata Tebaldi as Cio-Cio-San in Madame Butterfly
Tebaldi, Renata - Vocalist - soprano - Cio-Cio-San - Has inscription
A person wearing a patterned kimono and a detailed headpiece stands on a platform with hands held together. The background features a building with multi-pane windows and sliding doors, with potted flowers positioned on the platform to the sides. Blue cursive handwriting is inscribed across the center of the person.
Maria Callas, Nicola Rossi-Lemeni and Mirto Picchi in Norma
Rossi-Lemeni, Nicola, 1920- - Vocalist - bass - Oroveso
Picchi, Mirto - Vocalist - tenor - Pollione
Callas's American premiere at Chicago Lyric Opera, Nov. 1 and 5, 1954
A black and white scene depicts several people in historical-style costumes. One person stands in a light-colored, draped robe with an ornate belt and metal collar, looking down at a person kneeling on the floor. The kneeling person wears a pleated garment and a dark cape while looking up at the standing individual. Several other costumed figures are visible in the background.
Callas, Maria, 1923-1977 - Vocalist - soprano - Medee -
A person stands on a stage wearing a patterned floor-length gown and a long cloak that drapes to the ground. Their arms are extended outward to the sides, and their head is tilted upward toward the light. Behind the figure, a large fluted column and a set of steps are visible in a dark environment.
Maria Callas, Gino Panno, and Cesare Siepi in Les V?pres siciliennes
Callas, Maria, 1923-1977 - Vocalist - soprano - Elena -
Siepi, Cesare - Vocalist - bass - Procida
Three people in costumes stand at the base of a wide staircase on a theatrical stage. The background consists of a painted set featuring a castle with a central arched doorway and stylized rock-like structures. One figure wears a dark robe, another a white gown with a tall headdress, and the third a light-colored tunic. To the right is a tall wall section painted with a stone pattern and an additional arched opening.
This black and white portrait features an individual in a dark velvet garment with voluminous puffed sleeves and a white collar. They wear a dark, structured headdress and dark winged eyeliner while looking toward the right. Text in the bottom-left corner mentions Teatro alla Scala and Maria Callas in "Anna Bolena".
This black and white portrait features a person in profile wearing an embellished off-the-shoulder dress and long white gloves. The person has dark hair in an updo and wears large earrings while looking upward with hands clasped near the face. A large shadow of the individual is visible on the wall behind them due to high-contrast lighting.
Maria Callas as Cio-Cio-San in Madama Butterfly
Callas, Maria, 1923-1977 - Vocalist - soprano - Cio-Cio-San -
A person in a patterned kimono and hair styled with white flowers kneels on a rug with hands raised near their face. Dark cursive handwriting is visible across the middle of the scene. Sheer curtains and a shadow appear in the background.
Maria Callas and Giuseppe Di Stefano in Lucia di Lammermoor
Di Stefano, Giuseppe, 1921- - Vocalist - tenor - EdgardoHas inscription
Two individuals in stage attire and heavy makeup stand against a dark backdrop. The person on the right wears a dark gown with a plaid sash and a ruffled collar, while the person on the left wears a dark velvet tunic. Signatures for Di Stefano and Maria Meneghini Callas are written in white cursive across the bottom.
Carlo Bergonzi as Manrico in Il Trovatore
Bergonzi, Carlo - Vocalist - tenor - Manrico - Has inscription
A person stands for a black and white studio portrait wearing an elaborate costume with embroidery, metallic spikes, and a chainmail-patterned midsection. One hand is gloved and holds a draped cape, while the other hand rests at the side. Handwritten text and the date 1960 are visible on the left side of the frame.
Elisabeth Schwarzkopf as Eva and Hans Hopf as Stolzing in Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg
Schwarzkopf, Elisabeth - Vocalist - soprano - Eva -
Hopf, Hans - Vocalist - tenor - Stolzing
Two individuals are shown from the waist up in period-style clothing against a solid, dark background. The person on the left wears a light-colored dress with a square neckline and a small headpiece atop braided hair, while the person on the right wears a tunic with a sword and a decorative chain. Both individuals are looking toward the right side of the frame.
Kreisler, Fritz, 1875-1962 - Instrumentalist - violin - - Has inscription
A person with light-colored hair and a mustache holds the neck and scroll of a violin. A handwritten signature and the date 1948 are written across the bottom right, and the name Fritz Kreisler is printed on a white border below. The portrait is rendered in a monochromatic style against a dark background.
Renata Tebaldi as Desdemona and Mario Del Monaco as Otello in Otello
Two individuals in elaborate period clothing stand together on a floor featuring large geometric designs. The person on the left wears a full-length, embroidered gown with a white headpiece and long braids, while the person on the right wears a short tunic, a cape with a decorative collar, and dark boots. A signature in blue ink is written diagonally across the middle of the black and white frame.
Maria Callas as Tosca and Renato Cioni as Mario Cavaradossi
Cioni, Renato - Vocalist - tenor - Cavaradossi
Two people are shown in a black and white setting with high-contrast lighting. One person wears a tiara, large earrings, and a dark garment while leaning over a second person who is dressed in a white shirt. A decorative, twisted wooden post is visible in the foreground against a dark background.
Callas, Maria, 1923-1977 - Vocalist - soprano - Fedora Romanov -
A person stands positioned between a large decorative pillar and a floral vase, wearing a long patterned gown with a sash and a white hooded cloak. The attire includes a crown, a necklace, and drop earrings. In the background, an ornate mirror and another decorative vase are visible within the room.
Callas, Maria, 1923-1977 - Vocalist - soprano - Norma - Has inscription
A person is seated on a square block on a stage featuring tall vertical structures and a lattice fence. The person wears a voluminous, dark draped garment over a light-colored outfit. A signature is written in the lower right corner, and the text "EMI 37" is in the lower left.
A person with stylized eyebrows and facial hair wears a large, pleated garment with a dark harness over the shoulders. The individual is positioned against a dark background, and a signature in blue ink is written across the center of their costume. The sleeves of the outfit are light-colored and voluminous.
Callas, Maria, 1923-1977 - Vocalist - soprano - Amina -
A person stands on a stage wearing a light-colored floor-length dress, gloves, a floral headpiece, and a necklace while holding a bouquet. The background consists of a rustic stage set with a wooden water wheel and painted scenery. Text at the bottom identifies the subject as Maria Callas in La Sonnambula at Teatro alla Scala.
A person in a dark, floor-length gown and long white gloves stands in profile within an elaborate interior set. The setting includes a fireplace mantle with a decorative clock and a large vase, positioned next to a floral screen and a sofa. Text in the bottom left corner identifies the performance as Maria Callas in "La Traviata" at Teatro alla Scala.
A monochromatic portrait shows a person from the waist up in elaborate period attire. The individual wears a light-colored hood and a dark velvet gown featuring oversized, tiered sleeves and large jeweled embellishments along the neckline. A matching ornate necklace is worn around the neck, and the scene is lit from below against a neutral background.
This black and white portrait features a person with dark hair pulled back into a bun, accented by white flowers and a long, decorative earring. The individual wears a detailed off-the-shoulder gown with ruffled trim and sequins. A pleated fan is held in front of the body against a light-colored, plain background.
Maria Callas with conductor Antonio Votto, Athens, Aug. 5, 1957
This black and white scene depicts two people at the front of a stage with an orchestra seated behind them. One person wears a sleeveless gown with a floral pattern, while the other person wears a formal tuxedo with tails and holds a baton. Seated musicians with instruments and music stands are visible in the background.
Pons, Lily, 1898-1976 - Vocalist - soprano - - Has inscription
A person with curled hair wears an ornate white headpiece and a costume with ribbons and ruffles. The individual holds a dark rectangular book against their chest while standing before a background with diamond-patterned shadows. A large black ink signature is written across the lower half.
A person wearing a white head covering, a long-sleeved blouse, and a pleated skirt with a lace border stands in a black and white stage setting. Their hands are positioned at their chest, and their face is turned upward. The background features a dark arched opening and textured rock formations. Text at the bottom identifies the scene as being from a theatrical performance.
Maria Callas as Lucia in Lucia di Lammermoor, Act III, scene 1
Moscona, Nicola - Vocalist - bass - Raimondo
A black and white stage production features a person in a long, light-colored dress and wrap positioned on a set of wide stairs. Groups of people wearing dark historical costumes, including gowns and period suits, stand on the stage floor to the left and right of the staircase. The background is dark, and a handwritten signature is visible at the bottom edge of the frame.
A person with long dark hair and stylized eye makeup lies on a set of stairs, covered by a large piece of draped fabric. In the background, figures wearing crested helmets and holding spears stand between large fluted columns. This black and white scene features architectural elements and costumes suggesting a theatrical setting.
Maria Callas as Iphigénie and Dino Dondi as Orestes in Iphigénie en Tauride
Dondi, Dino - Vocalist - baritone - Oreste
A black and white scene features Maria Callas and another individual on a stage in theatrical attire. Callas wears a jeweled headpiece and eye makeup, while the other figure is positioned with their back to the viewer wearing a dark cloak secured by a round brooch. The floor consists of large angled panels, and text at the bottom provides details about the production and venue.
A person stands on a dimly lit stage wearing a floor-length dark gown with light-colored trim and a headpiece. They have their hands gestured towards their sides and their mouth open. In the background, an ornate, dark-carved object sits atop a desk in the shadows.
Maria Callas, Paul Franke, Thelma Votipka, and Nicola Moscona in Lucia di Lammermoor
Franke, Paul, 1920- - Vocalist - tenor - Arturo
Votipka, Thelma - Vocalist - mezzo-soprano - Alisa
A group of people in elaborate seventeenth-century attire stands on a stage during a theatrical production. A central figure wearing a white gown, veil, and tiara is flanked by others in dark, ornate clothing while several individuals in the background hold long poles upright. The foreground contains the backs of heads and shoulders of others watching the central action.
A person is shown from the chest up against a plain, light background. They have dark hair styled in an updo with short bangs and are wearing a multi-strand pearl necklace and a dark top with a wide neckline. The individual features prominent dark eyeliner and eyebrows while looking towards the left side of the frame.
A person stands in the center wearing a white gown, a lace-edged veil, and several long pearl necklaces. They have dark hair and heavy dark eye makeup against a dark, draped background. Text at the bottom identifies the individual as Maria Callas in "Lucia di Lammermoor" at Teatro alla Scala.
Maria Callas as Zaida in Il Turco in Italia
Callas, Maria, 1923-1977 - Vocalist - soprano - Zaida -
A person is positioned in the center of a stage before a tall, painted backdrop showing buildings with numerous windows. They wear a full-length gown and a large, fringed shawl wrapped over their head and held at the chin. The black and white scene contains identifying text at the bottom.
Milstein, Nathan, 1903- - Instrumentalist - violin - - Has inscription
A black and white portrait depicts a person playing a violin. The individual is dressed in a suit and tie, holding the instrument's neck with one hand and the bow with the other. A handwritten signature and the year 1949 are located in the top right corner, and a studio logo appears in the bottom left corner.
Thomas, Michael Tilson, 1944- - Conductor - - - Has inscription
Accompanied by typescript note from Tilson Thomas, April 29, 1999
A person in a tuxedo sits at a piano, holding sheet music that features a handwritten signature and a message. Text at the bottom identifies the individual as Michael Tilson Thomas, Music Director of the San Francisco Symphony. A pencil is held in one hand near the keyboard.
An individual stands on a stage wearing a floor-length dress with wide sleeves and a headpiece. One arm is extended toward the top left of the frame, and the individual looks upward. The background features a wall constructed of large rectangular blocks. Text at the bottom of the frame identifies the location and subject.
A person stands centered in a black and white scene wearing a full-length, layered white gown made of translucent fabric that drapes over their shoulders and head as a veil. Their dark hair is gathered in an updo, and they have one hand raised to their cheek while the other rests near their waist. The surrounding environment includes rough, vertical stone-like structures and a flat surface on the ground.
Tebaldi, Renata - Vocalist - soprano - Alice Ford - Has inscription
Gobbi, Tito - Vocalist - baritone - Falstaff
Serafin, Tullio, 1878-1968 - Conductor - -
A person in a dark dress stands on a rug in the center of a stage with their hands near their chest while another person in a dark suit stands nearby with their arms partially raised. In the foreground, the back of a person is visible sitting at a piano with sheet music, and a person in a hat stands to the left. The background features a large carved fireplace and other figures in a dimly lit room, with signatures at the bottom of the border.
Maria Callas as Tosca and Renato Cioni as Mario Cavaradossi, Tosca Act I
A stage features two performers dressed in historical attire amongst furniture and architectural columns. One individual sits behind a table with hands raised and mouth open. The second person stands to the right in a long white dress and a veil, with their head tilted back and eyes closed.
Bampton, Rose - Vocalist - Soprano - Aida -
A person stands centered in a black and white portrait wearing a costume that includes a long chevron-patterned skirt and a dark sleeveless top. The ensemble features a pleated collar, thick wrist cuffs, and fabric draped over one shoulder. The person has voluminous dark hair held by a headband and wears open-toed sandals.
Maria Callas as Violetta and Ettore Bastianini as Giorgio Germont in Traviata
Two people in formal attire are positioned on a stage against a dark background. One person wears a long-sleeved, floral-patterned gown with a full skirt and has long dark hair, while the other person wears a dark jacket and light-colored trousers. The person in the dark jacket is holding the other person's forearms. A light-colored hat is visible on furniture to the right.