All Newest Opera Autographs

Austrian mezzo-soprano (b.1965), signed photo, shown as Octavian in Richard Stauss's Der Rosenkavalier at the Vienna State Opera. Beautiful photo and costume with bold signature. Size is 5 x 7 inches, in excellent condition.

Polish baritone (b.1972) and Puerto Rican soprano (b.1971), double signed photo, shown in Mozart's Don Giovanni. Attractive colorful photo with beautiful costumes. Size is 4.9 x 7.3 inches, in excellent condition.

French mezzo-soprano (b. 1969), signed photo, shown as herself. Size is 4 x 5.8 inches, in excellent condition.

Superstar German tenor (b.1969), signed photo, shown as Don Jose in Bizet's Carmen, one of his most celebrated roles. Size is 5 x 7.25 inches, beautiful photo in excellent condition.

Polish baritone (b.1972), one of today's most celebrated signers, signed publicity photo, shown as himself. Bold signature in attractive blue ink. Size is 5 x 7 inches, in excellent condition.

American tenor (1893-1972), known for both operatic and concert appearances and star of the Columbia Broadcasting Radio System. Signed large publicity photo, shown as himself, inscribed. Size is 8 x 10 inches, slight wear on edges not affecting the image and very clear handwriting and signature. Otherwise in excellent condition.

American soprano and impresario (1842-1916). Autograph letter signed, undated, 2 pages in English, with very clear handwriting. Size is 4.5 x 6.9 inches, some stains on empty pages, but pages with written text are in excellent, beautifully preserved condition. ALSO INCLUDED is an unsigned CDV, with a printed signature, shown as herself. Beautiful photo, size is 2.5 x 4.1 inches, in excellent condition.

South Korean lyric coloratura soprano (b.1962), signed photo, shown as Olympia in Offenbach's Contes D'Hoffmann at the Los Angeles Opera in 2002. Size is 4 x 5.75 inches, beautiful colorful photo in excellent condition.

French Canadian tenor, actor and stage designer (b. 1933), signed photo postcard, shown as himself. Inscribed. Photo by Editions P.I, Paris. Size is 4 x 5.75 inches, in excellent condition.

Austrian-German contralto (1839-1899), celebrated both in the opera and concert repertoire, frequently performing with both Clara Schumann and Johannes Brahms, and wife of the famous violinist Joseph Joachim. Fine photo postcard shown as herself, handwritten by her, in German (sold untranslated) in Berlin, 1898. Size is 5.5 x 3.5 inches, some wear on edges not affecting the image and signature, otherwise in excellent condition.

Austrian-German contralto (1839-1899), celebrated both in the opera and concert repertoire, frequently performing with both Clara Schumann and Johannes Brahms, and wife of the famous violinist Joseph Joachim. Autograph letter signed, written in Hamburg and dated in 1894. Written in German, sold untranslated. Size is 4.25 x 7 inches, 4 pages, mounting traces on the final page but otherwise in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is a photo postcard showing Amalie Joachim, handwritten by someone else, not her. Size is 3.5 x 5.5 inches, some creases, in good condition.

Georgian soprano (b. 1971), signed photo, shown as herself. Very attractive photo, size is 5 x 7 inches, in excellent condition.

Russian star baritone (1962-2017), recognized as one of the greatest of the last century. Large signed photo, shown in Tchaikovsky's Pique Dame. Very clear handwriting and signature. Size is 8 x 10 inches, in excellent condition.

British tenor (1885-1969), a popular concert singer and recording artist. Autograph letter signed, dated in 1935, to a fan, in English, interesting content, on 2 sides of a sheet that is 7 x 8.75 inches, plus a handwritten page with his short bio, in very good condition.

American mezzo-soprano/contralto (1878-1934), who toured worldwide immensely, and greatly helped raise funds for charity causes, later in life became a teacher. Autograph letter signed, dated in 1929, responding to a potential student, two pages in separate sheets, in English, each one is 5.75 x 7.5 inches, in excellent condition.

Italian star tenor (1890-1957), widely regarded as one of the greatest tenors of his generation. Amazing, interesting and large collection of contracts with theaters and concert agents, all signed by superstar tenor Beniamino Gigli, between 1926 and 1951. Some 33 contracts plus a few documents, most bearing his signature, signing theaters/agencies include: Teatro Alla Scala (Milan), Teatro San Carlo (Naples, Italy), Terme di Caracalla (Rome), Teatro Adriano (Rome), NBC Artists (New York), Teatro Nacional San Carlos (Lisbon, Portugal), San Francisco Opera, Teatro Reale dell´Opera (Rome), Teatro Colón (Buenos Aires, Argentina), Columbia Concerts Corp., R. E. Johnston, Teatro Argentino and Radio Belgrano (Argentina), agency Laurent Mariosa, agent Ricardo Covoes (Lisbon), etc. Varios sizes, from 8 x 10 inches to 8.5 x 11.75 inches. Also in this lot are 5 interesting contracts signed with the Federazione Nazionale Fascista del Lavoratori dello Spettacolo, with the letterhead of this institution, from the period 1940-1943, for opera performances in different Italian theaters (Arena di Verona, Maggio Fiorentino, Teatro Vittorio Emanuele, Teatro Regio in Parma, Teatro Sociale in Mantova), one page each, 8 x 11 inches.  All in good condition, see scans - Sold as a collection only, not sold separately.

Scottish tenor (1884-1977), large signed photo, shown in role, signed in London, dated in 1923. Inscribed. Blind stamped by photographer Fred Hartsook. Size is 7.25 x 8.75 inches, with a crease to the right of image not affecting the very clear handwriting and signature. Otherwise in very good condition.

Czech bass (1860-1908), signed photo postcard, dated in 1902. Size is 3.5 x 5.25 inches, some wear on edges but otherwise attractive vintage historic item in extremely good condition. 

German dramatic soprano (b. 1963) especially known for her interpretations in the Wagnerian repertoire , signed photo, shown as herself. Size is 4 x 6 inches, in excellent condition.

American tenor (1869-1923), signed photo postcard, shown as himself, dated in 1912. Photo by Breitkopf and Hartel, New York. Size is 3.5 x 5.25 inches, in extremely good condition.

American tenor (1952-2007), signed photo, shown as himself. Very clear handwriting and signature. Size is 3.5 x 5.75 inches, in excellent condition.

American tenor (1952-2007) and German soprano (b. 1967), double signed photo, shown as Tito and Servilla, respectively, in Mozart's Clemenza di Tito at the 1997 Salzburg Festival. Stamped on verso by Photo Schaffler, Salzburg. Size is 4 x 6 inches, very attractive photo in excellent condition.

French soprano (1852-1939), celebrated especially for her performances of operettas by Jacques Offenbach, starring in the world premieres of his La Jolie Parfumeuse, Girofle-Girofla, La Marjolaine and Le Petit Duc, among many others. Autograph note signed, 2 pages, written in French, sold untranslated. Size is 4.3 x 5.9 inches, beautifully preserved in excellent condition.

German soprano (b.1971) and American mezzo-soprano (b.1960), double signed photo showing them as the Composer and Zerbinetta, respectively, in Richard Strauss's Ariadne auf Naxos. Size is 4.9 x 6.9 inches, bright beautiful photo in excellent condition.

American mezzo-soprano (b. 1960), large signed photo, shown at the Metropolitan Opera as Octavian in Richard Strauss's Der Rosenkavalier, one of her most celebrated roles. Photo by Winnie Klotz, New York. Size is 8 x 10 inches, beautiful colorful photo in extremely good condition.

French contralto (1882-1915), signed photo postcard, shown as Dalila in Camille Saint-Saens' Samson et Dalila. Size is 3.5 x 5.5 inches, some silvering and wear on edges but otherwise in very good condition.

Italian-American tenor, teacher and opera impresario, founder of the Florida Grand Opera (formerly the Opera Guild of Greater Miami). Small collection with 2 typed letters signed, postcards signed and unsigned photos, various sizes, all in good condition.

Italian bass (1861-1928), who was in the world premiere of Falstaff. Nice cabinet photo signed by him, shown as himself, inscribed to conductor Cabella and dated in 1899. A photo by Lorens, St. Petersburg, size is 4 x 6.25 inches, 3 small holes on the bottom, damage on corners, otherwise in good condition.

Croatian bass-baritone also known as Josip Kaschmann (1850-1925), very nice cabinet photo, shown in role, inscribed and dated in St. Petersburg, Russia, in 1903. A photo by Lorens, St. Petersburg, size is 4.1 x 6.4 inches, in very good condition.

Polish bass (1874-1946), who had an extensive career in both sides of the Atlantic, sang at the Met Opera for 24 years. Larger size cabinet photo, shown in role (probably in Faust), a photo by a Russian photographer, inscribed, 5.25 x 8.5 inches, in very good condition.

Italian soprano (1878-1944), and later teacher. Of Jewish origin, during WWII went into hiding under a false name, died later in the war during bombing. Signed photo postcard, shown as herself, inscribed, size is 3.25 x 5.25 inches. Pin holes at top and bottom, otherwise in very good condition - rare!

Polish bass (1892-1965), famous in his time and left recordings. Signed photo, shown in Faust, inscribed and dated in Milan in 1927. Blind stamped by unknown photographer on front, torn and repaired upper left corner and silvering around borders, otherwise in good condition. Rare!

Swedish soprano (1861-1943), with a very active international career in late 19th-early 20th century, Arnoldson was dubbed "the new Swedish nightingale" (as a successor of star soprano Jenny Lind). Signed cabinet photo, shown in the title role in Carmen, inscribed and dated in St. Petersburg, Russia, in 1898. Size is 4.25 x 6.5 inches, an original cabinet photo by Nadar, Paris, with overall age toning, and a couple of small holes, overall very good condition.

French Basque tenor and baritone (1764-1823), celebrated throughout Europe, particularly for his interpretations of Gluck, during the era of the French Revolution and afterwards. Autograph note signed, addressed to "Citoyens" (the directors of the Paris Conservatory), dated December 14, 1800, announcing his availability for the professorship of singing. Written in French, sold with English translation. Size is 6 x 7.8 inches, fascinating vintage item in beautifully preserved condition.

Bohemian-Austrian operetta soprano (1879-1961), creator of the title role of Hanna in the Merry Widow. Signed photo postcard, shown in Johan Strauss's Die Fledermaus at the Theater an der Wien, Vienna. Size is 3.3 x 5.3 inches, small paper loss on bottom left corner not affecting the image or signature. Otherwise in excellent condition.

Italian tenor (b. 1977), one of today's most popular opera singers, signed photo, shown as himself. Size is 4 x 6 inches, beautiful photo in excellent condition.

Italian soprano (1811-1869), creator of the role of Adalgisa in Bellini's Norma, signature cut, matted. Also included: Beautiful vintage print portrait published by Baerentzen and Co. also matted, attached to solid cardboard backing. Portrait size is 5.75 x 8 inches, signature cut is 2.9 x 1 inches, total item is 8 x 11.75 inches, in excellent condition.

Italian superstar tenor (1890-1957), one of the greatest tenors of all time, often regarded as "the second Caruso". Large signed photo, shown as Mario Cavaradossi in Puccini's Tosca, signed in New York, dated in 1921. Blind stamped by photographers Zuretti & Fiorini on front. Size is 4.75 x 11.2 inches, mounting traces on verso, but otherwise in excellent condition.

Latvian mezzo-soprano (b. 1976), who is one of today's greatest opera stars, highly appreciated by her technique and beautiful voice. Beautiful large signed photo, shown in the title role of Bizet's Carmen, one of her most celebrated interpretations. Size is 8 x 10.75 inches, in excellent condition.

American tenor (1932-1996), signed photo, shown in the title role of Wagner's Tannhäuser at the Bayreuth Festival, dated 1986. Stamped on verso by photographer Wilhelm Rauh, Bayreuth. Size is 4 x 5,75 inches, in very good condition.

French tenor (1895-1973), signed and inscribed photo postcard, shown as himself.  Signed at La Monnaie in Brussels, dated in 1928. Stamped on verso by photographer Joseph Rentmeesters, Brussels. Size is 3.5 x 5.5 inches, in excellent condition.

Spanish baritone (b. 1940), signed photo, shown as himself, dated in 1971. Inscribed. Stamped on verso by Fotografia Alfredo, Barcelona. Size is 3.5 x 5.5 inches, in excellent condition.

Czech bass-baritone (1934-2011), signed photo, shown as Kurwenal in Wagner's Tristan und Isolde. Size is 3.5 x 5.5 inches in very good condition.

Colombian baritone and actor (1916-1986) known for his contract work with MGM studios, signed photo, shown as himself. Inscribed with sentiment. Size is 3.25 x 4.5 inches, in very good condition.

New Zealander tenor (b. 1947), signed photo, shown as himself. Inscribed. Size is 4 x 6 inches, in excellent condition.

American tenor (1949-1998), signed photo, shown as himself. Size is 4.25 x 6 inches, in very good condition.

Italian tenor (1923-1960), signed photo postcard, shown as himself. Photo by Vera Fotografia. Size is 4 x 5.75 inches, slight bend on top right but otherwise in very good condition.

American tenor (b. 1941), signed photo, shown as Alfredo in Verdi's La Traviata. Inscribed. Stamped on verso by photographer Theo Gobel, Munich. Size is 4 x 5.75 inches, in good condition.