Opera Singer Collection (#8)

Portrait of the french opera singer Antoinette Arnaud, famous artist of the late nineteenth century Paris Opera. Date of Photograph:1876 ca

Portrait of Madame Franck-Duvernoy, famous opera singer of the parisian Opera Comique. Date of Photograph:1876 ca

Full-length portrait of the french opera singer Edma Breton. The famous singer is posing in the studio in seventeenth-century stage dress. Date of Photograph:1876 ca

Half-length portrait of the french opera singer Marius Salomon. Date of Photograph:1876 ca

Half-length portrait of the famous opera singer Sophie Cruvelli. Date of Photograph:1875 ca

Three-quarter length portrait of the french opera singer Alice Ducasse in elegant late nineteenth century day dress. Date of Photograph:1875 ca

Half-length portrait of Jean-Franois Berthelier, acclaimed singer of the Opra Comique of Paris. Date of Photograph:1875 ca

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Portrait of the famous french opera singer Josphine de Reszk. Date of Photograph:1875 ca

Half-length portrait of Mademoiselle Esther Chevalier, acclaimed singer of the parisian Opra Comique. Date of Photograph:1875 ca

Portrait of the parisian opera singer Pauline Patry in late nineteenth century attire including a large hat. Date of Photograph:1875 ca

Half-length portrait of Mademoiselle Zulma Bouffar, famous belgian opera singer. Date of Photograph:1875 ca

Three-quarter length portrait of the opera singers Carlottina and Antonietta Badia. The young artists are wearing stage costumes inspired by the traditional folk dress of the area of Lazio

Half-length portrait of the famous french baritone Charles-Auguste-Henri Masset. Date of Photograph:1875 ca

Lyric singer Gailhard France Paris. Date of Photograph:1875 ca

Portrait of Anna de Belloca, lyrical singer France Paris. Date of Photograph:1875 ca

Scene from Costas opera of "Don Carlos", 1844. Creator: Unknown
Scene from Costas opera of " Don Carlos", 1844. The tragic denouement, which is supposed to take place in the Huerta Reale, or royal garden, at midnight

Victor Prilleux, 1856. Creator: Félicien Rops
Victor Prilleux, 1856. Periodical: Uylenspiegel, no. 8, 23 March 1856

Geraldine Farrar, c1898. Creator: Addie Kilburn Robinson
Geraldine Farrar, c1898. Photograph shows head-and-shoulders profile portrait of opera singer Geraldine Farrar

Geraldine Farrar, 1882-1967, between c1890 and c1910. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Geraldine Farrar, 1882-1967, between c1890 and c1910. Head and shoulders portrait, facing front

Studio reconstruction of a scene from the opera Manon interpreted by the opera singers Gemma Bellincioni and Garbin. Date of Photograph:1890-1895 ca

Studio reconstruction of a scene from the opera Sappho interpreted by the opera singer Gemma Bellincioni. Date of Photograph:1900 ca

Portrait of a couple of singers during the studio reconstruction of the opera Manon. Date of Photograph:1890-1895 ca

Studio Portrait of the two singers Gemma Bellincioni and Roberto Stagno, while performing a scene from the Cavalleria Rusticana. Date of Photograph:1890 ca

Studio portrait of the two lyrical singers Gemma Bellincioni and Garbin in stage costume from the opera Manon. Date of Photograph:1890-1895 ca

Portrait of the two lyrical singers Gemma Bellincioni and Garbin during a scene of the opera Manon. Date of Photograph:1890-1895 ca

Full-length portrait of the singer Eugenia Burzio in stage costume designed for the performance of the Romantic opera Loreley. Date of Photograph:1890-1900 ca

The tenor Enrico Caruso. Date of Photograph:1900 ca

Three actors in stage costume, of the Maresca Company. The woman is wearing a hat with an ostrich feather. Date of Photograph:1905 ca

Half-length portrait of an actor from the Maresca Company in elegant day dress Florence. Date of Photograph:1905 ca

Scene from the Act II of Tosca, Giacomo Puccini's Opera, with the soprano Cappelli who is holding a cross above the body of the baritone Camera (the police-chief Scarpia)

Two actors in stage costume, dressed as cavaliers, simulate a scene from the opera Francesca da Rimini. Date of Photograph:1901

Half-length portrait of an actor in historical costume during a scene from the opera Francesca da Rimini. Date of Photograph:1901

Full-length portrait of actors in historical costumes in a scene of the musical Francesca da Rimini'. Four young women surround an elderly man Florence. Date of Photograph:1901

Full-length portrait of a group of actors in historical costumes, from the musical Francesca da Rimini. Date of Photograph:1901

Full-length portrait of an actor in historical costume during the petformance of the musical Francesca da Rimini. Date of Photograph:1901

Full-length portrait of the tenor. Date of Photograph:1905 ca

Portrait bust of the tenor Enrico Caruso, by Filippo Cifariello, exhibited in 1911 at the Esposizione Annuale della Societ delle Belle Arti

Portrait of Enrico Caruso, Italian tenor. Bust by Filippo Cifariello, displayed in 1911 at the Esposizione Annuale della Societ delle Belle Arti in Florence Florence Esposizione Annuale della Societ

Anne Marie Cretu Simonet (1763? -1829), singer opera actress. Engraving by J. Palliere. Engraving 1930
JAB4121185 Anne Marie Cretu Simonet (1763? -1829), singer opera actress. Engraving by J. Palliere. Engraving 1930 by Palliere, Jean-Leon (1823-87); (add.info.: Anne Marie Cretu Simonet (1763)

France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): the singer Nicot-Vauchelet (Nicot Vauchelet) in Le Barbier de Seville
LUX4723498 France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): the singer Nicot-Vauchelet (Nicot Vauchelet) in Le Barbier de Seville, 1900 - Photo: cheri-rousseau by Rousseau, Cheri (1826-1908); (add.info.: France)

Miss Henrietta SONTAG (1805-1854), Franco-German singer. Engraving by Gerard after Paul Delaroche (1797-1856), 1930
JAB4121139 Miss Henrietta SONTAG (1805-1854), Franco-German singer. Engraving by Gerard after Paul Delaroche (1797-1856), 1930 by French School

Portrait of Jean (Jan Mieczyslaw) by Reszke (1850-1925), Polish tenor. Photography late 19th century
JEB4837750 Portrait of Jean (Jan Mieczyslaw) by Reszke (1850-1925), Polish tenor. Photography late 19th century. by Nadar

Fiodor (Fedor ou Feodor) Chaliapin (Chaliapine) (1873-1938) en Don Quichotte (Fyodor Shalyapin as Don Quichotte)
FIA5377036 Fiodor (Fedor ou Feodor) Chaliapin (Chaliapine) (1873-1938) en Don Quichotte (Fyodor Shalyapin as Don Quichotte)

Portrait of Jenny Lind Goldschmidt, 1860s (b/w photo)
7406888 Portrait of Jenny Lind Goldschmidt, 1860s (b/w photo) by Unknown photographer, (19th century); Royal Academy of Music, London

Portrait of Zelia Trebelli Bettini, 1860s (b/w photo)
7406885 Portrait of Zelia Trebelli Bettini, 1860s (b/w photo) by Unknown photographer, (19th century); Royal Academy of Music, London

Portrait of Pauline Lucca, c. 1860s (b/w photo)
7406855 Portrait of Pauline Lucca, c.1860s (b/w photo) by Unknown photographer, (19th century); Royal Academy of Music, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: A.M.S)

Portrait of Emma Albani, 1860s (b/w photo)
7406896 Portrait of Emma Albani, 1860s (b/w photo) by Unknown photographer, (19th century); Royal Academy of Music, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: A.M.S)

Portrait of Ermina Rudersdorf, 1860s (b/w photo)
7406877 Portrait of Ermina Rudersdorf, 1860s (b/w photo) by Unknown photographer, (19th century); Royal Academy of Music, London

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"Captivating the Stage: A Glimpse into the World of Opera Singers" Step back in time to the late 19th century, where great musicians graced the stage with their awe-inspiring performances. Plate X from c1880 captures this era perfectly, showcasing the talent and passion that defined opera singers of that time. Fast forward to 1895, and we find ourselves immersed in an unforgettable production by Opera Australia - "Atilla. " The grandeur and magnificence of this performance left audiences spellbound, as they witnessed a true masterpiece unfold before their eyes. But it wasn't just on stage where these remarkable artists made waves. In a demonstration of groundbreaking technology, wireless telephones were showcased during an Opera Australia event. This innovation allowed for seamless communication behind-the-scenes, enhancing the overall experience for both performers and crew. Amongst these legendary figures was Jean Reszke, a Polish tenor whose portrait captured his essence as a performer. His powerful voice resonated through concert halls across Europe in the late 19th century, leaving audiences captivated by his extraordinary talent. Another iconic figure who graced opera stages worldwide was Fiodor Chaliapin. Known for his portrayal of Don Quichotte, Chaliapin's commanding presence brought this beloved character to life like never before. Alexander Yevgenyevich Yakovlev's stunning artwork immortalizes this momentous performance on paper with sanguine strokes. Delving further into history reveals more captivating portraits - Jenny Lind Goldschmidt exudes elegance and grace in her photograph from the 1860s; Zelia Trebelli Bettini emanates strength and poise; Pauline Lucca mesmerizes with her enchanting gaze; Emma Albani radiates beauty and charm; Ermina Rudersdorf captivates with her ethereal aura.