All Newest Opera Autographs

Spanish tenor (1895-1976), and Hungarian soprano/mezzo-soprano (1895-1961), both best known for their interpretations of Wagnerian roles during the first half of the 20th century. Double signed postcard photograph, shown as Siegfried and Brunnhilde in Wagner's Siegfried at La Scala, Milan, standing in between them is the famous Italian conductor Ettore Panizza who conducted these performances. Daed in 1938. Photo by Paganini. Size is 3.5 x 5.5 inches, mounting traces on verso, otherwise in excellent condition. 

Italian tenor (1888-1970), signed photograph, shown in role in Guido Bianchini's opera Thien-Hoa, dated in Milan in 1928. Photo by M. Castagneri, Milan. Size is 3.25 x 5.25 inches, mouting traces on verso, otherwise in very good condition.

Star Austrian tenor and actor (1891-1948), celebrated in both opera and operetta. Signed postcard photograph, shown as himself, inscribed and dated in 1937. Photo by Fayer photo studio, Vienna. Size is 3.5 x 5.5 inches, in excellent condition. 

Spanish tenor (1895-1976), and Hungarian soprano/mezzo-soprano (1895-1961), both best known for their interpretations of Wagnerian roles during the first half of the 20th century. Double signed postcard photograph, shown as Siegfried and Brunnhilde in Wagner's Siegfried at La Scala, Milan, photo by Paganini. Size is 3.5 x 5.5 inches, mounting traces on verso, otherwise in excellent condition. 

Italian soprano (1907-1984), particularly noted for her performances in the verismo repertoire and favorite singer of Pietro Mascagni. Signed black-and-white postcard photograph, shown in role in Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari's opera Sly which she sang in some of the earliest performances presented at La Scala, Milan. Signed by her on both front and verso with a short sentiment on verso, dated in Milan in 1928. Photo by M. Castagneri, La Scala, Milan. Size is 325 x 5,.25 inches, small crease on bottom left, otherwise in very good condition.

Romanian soprano (1886-1960), signed postcard photograph, shown as herself, signed and inscribed on both front and verso, dated in Milan in 1928. Stamped on verso by photographer L. Vaghi, Parma. Size is 3.5 x 5.5 inches, very small crack near the top, otherwise in excellent condition.   

Romanian soprano (1886-1960), signed postcard photograph, shown in role (possibly Richard Strauss's Salome), dated in 1928. Size is 3 x 5 inches, some silvering and mounting traces on verso, otherwise in very good condition.   

Italian soprano (1929-1998), signed photograph, shown as Mimi in Puccini's La Boheme, inscribed. Photo by Piccagliani, La Scala, Milan. Size is 4 x 5.75 inches, small crease on top right, otherwise in very good condition. 

Belgian tenor (1903-1955), signed postcard photograph, shown in role (likely as Wagner's Lohengrin). Photo by Harlip photo studio, Berlin. Size is 3.5 x 5.5 inches, small crease on top left, otherwise in excellent condition. 

American mezzo-soprano (1923-1985), signed photograph, shown in role.  Stamped on verso by photographer Derek Allen, London. Size is 3.25 x 5.25 inches, mounting traces on verso, otherwise in very good condition.

Dutch soprano (1888-1974), signed postcard photograph, shown as Kundry in Wagner's Parsifal. Photo by M. Catagneri. Size is 3.25 x 5.25 inches, mounting traces on verso, otherwise in very good condition

Dutch soprano (1888-1974), signed postcard photograph, shown in the title role of Beethoven's Fidelio. Photo by M. Catagneri. Size is 3.25 x 5.25 inches, mounting traces on verso, otherwise in very good condition.

German soprano (1885-1955), who enjoyed a very important career in the United States and Europe, focusing on concert recitals after 1919. Nice black-and-white photograph signed and inscribed by her with a short sentiment in white ink; ink-stamped on verso by photographer jean De Strelecki. Size is 7 x 9.6 inches, in excellent condition.

Polish star tenor (1850-1925). Beautiful vintage cabinet photo signed and inscribed by him with a short sentiment (ink marking on verso indicate April 1895). Size is 4.2 x 6. 4 inches, small scratch over the upper-right border, in very good condition.

Italian soprano (1872-1959), also known as Laura Pasini, who saw early success at La Scala, Rome, and Turin interpreting verismo roles, and tackling some Wagnerian roles. Signed postcard photograph, shown as herself, dated in 1935, signed on front with additional inscription on verso. Blind stamped on front by photographer. Size is 3.5 x 5.5 inches, attractive vintage photo in excellent condition. 

Italian soprano (1895-1964), signed postcard photograph, shown as Maddalena in Giordano's Andrea Chenier, signed on verso, dated in Milan in 1924. Blind stamped by photographer G. Zaggaria. Size is 3.25 x 5.25 inches, in excellent condition.  

Japanese soprano (1884-1946) who debuted in Tokyo in 1911 and a famous performer of Cio-Cio-San in Puccini's Madama Butterfly. Beautiful postcard photograph by Jumiere (New York) signed and inscribed by Miura dated in Buenos Aires, 1917, shown as Cio-Cio-San. Size is 3.25 x 5.25 inches, several small stains on verso, otherwise in very good condition.

Star Czech soprano (1878-1930) who developed a very important career on both sides of the ocean. A gorgeous cabinet photograph of the artist shown in costume by photographer F.O. Lundt (Berlin) signed and inscribed by Destinn with a short sentiment dated in London, 1904. Size is 4.25 x 6.6 inches, in excellent condition.

Italian soprano (1847-1917), who created the title role in Verdi's opera Aida in its world premiere in Cairo. Fine vintage cabinet photograph signed by her; an original by Au Jardin de L'Esbekieh (Cairo). Size is 4.25 x 6.4 inches (trimmed corners), otherwise in very good condition.

American soprano and film actress ‬(1882-1967),‭ ‬who was a superstar in her time. Beautiful collection of 40+ original and genuine letters written and signed by her between 1938 and 1939, including some typed letters signed by her as well. Various sizes and lengths, some include its original envelope, all in excellent condition. SOLD ONLY AS A LOT, NOT SOLD SEPARATELY.

Belgian coloratura soprano (1864-1945). Beautiful collection of 40+ original and genuine letters written and signed by her between 1938 and 1939. Various sizes and lengths, some include its original envelope, all in excellent condition. SOLD ONLY AS A LOT, NOT SOLD SEPARATELY.

Russian soprano (1882-1958), had an important international career, and later in life became a voice teacher. Signed postcard photograph, shown in role. Size is 3.25 X 5.25 inches, in excellent condition. 

Russian soprano (1882-1958), had an important international career, and later in life became a voice teacher. Signed postcard photograph, shown as herself. Size is 3.5 X 5.5 inches, small stains on verso, otherwise beautiful vintage photo in excellent condition. 

Argentinian mezzo-soprano (1929-2015), signed photograph, shown as herself, inscribed at Teatro Colon, Buenos Aires. Photo by Bruno of Hollywood and New York City. Size is 3.5 x 5.75 inches, crease on top right, but in generally good condition.  

German soprano (1911-1953), signed postcard photograph, shown in role, inscribed and dated in 1936. Stamped on verso by photographer. Size is 3.5 x 5.5 inches, mounting traces on verso, otherwise in excellent condition.   

American soprano (1927-2012), signed photograph, shown as herself, inscribed. Photo size is 3.25 x 5.25 inches mounted on soft cardboard, total item size is 4.5 x 7 inches, in very good condition. 

German mezzo of Polish descent (1873 -1949), signed photograph, shown in role, bold handwriting and signature. Size is 5 x 7 inches, small creases on edges, otherwise in excellent condition. 

Romanian tenor (1916-1988), signed photograph, shown as himself, inscribed in Milan, dated in 1957. Stamped on verso by photographer Villani, Bologna. Size 4.75 x 6.75 inches, in excellent condition. 

Argentinian soprano whose birth name was Helena Arizmendi (1927–2015), performed frequently at the Teatro Colon as well as in Italy. Signed photograph, shown in role, inscribed with sentiment. Stamped on verso by Carmen photographers, Buenos Aires. Size is 4.5 x 6.75 inches, small creases and bends, otherwise in very good condition. 

Italian tenor (1920-1993), signed photograph, shown as Elvino in Bellini's La Sonnambula, inscribed. Size is 4 x 5.75 inches, in very good condition.

Italian tenor (1885-1969), a leading international star in his time and Italian soprano (1885-1973), double signed photograph, shown in Puccini's La Fanciulla del West, 3.25 x 5.25 inch photo attached to small sheet containing 2 page text by Ferrucio Linzzi, dated in 1917 (see scans), photo has small bullet holes, otherwise in very good condition. 

Czech-born German baritone (1861-1910). Signed cabinet photograph, shown as himself, signature and inscription on verso, dated in Leipzig in 1896. Photo by Hoffman and Jursch, Leipzig. Size is 4.25 x 6.5 inches, small creases on edges, otherwise in excellent condition.

Star Canadian soprano (1847-1930), and one of the leading singers of the late 19th-early 20th centuries. Signed cabinet photograph, shown as herself, a photo by C.F. Conly, Boston. Size is 4.25 x 6.5 inches, mounting traces and rust above and below the photo and also on verso, not affecting image and signature, otherwise in good condition.

German-born soprano (1915-2006), German soprano (1919-1988), and Austrian baritone (1909-1995), among the leading Mozart operatic artists of the mid twentieth century. Postcard photograph, signed by each of these artists, shown in roles in Mozart's Nozze di Figaro. Additional Schwarzkopf signature on verso (signed as "Elisabeth Legge Schwarzkopf"). Size is 3.5 x 5.5 inches, in excellent condition. 

Italian tenor (1912-2005), signed photograph, shown as himself, inscribed. Blind stamped on front by photographer Rumick. Size is 4.5 x 6.75 inches, small creases and bends, otherwise in very good condition. 

Argentinian soprano whose birth name was Helena Arizmendi (1927–2015), performed frequently at the Teatro Colon as well as in Italy. Signed photograph, shown as herself, inscribed, dated in 1950. Size is 4.5 x 7 inches, some bends, otherwise in very good condition. 

Italian soprano (1896-1985), signed photograph, shown as herself, inscribed in Rome, dated in 1956. Blind stamped on front by photographer. Size is 4.5 x 6.5 inches, small crease on bottom left, otherwise in very good condition. 

American soprano (1927-2017), signed postcard photograph, shown as herself, inscribed. Size is 4 x 5.75 inches, slight paper loss on top right and bottom left corners and mounting traces on verso, otherwise in excellent condition.

Italian soprano (1921-1979), signed photograph, shown as Adina in Donizetti's L'Elisir D'Amore, inscribed and dated in 1957. Photo by Camuzzi, La Scala, Milan. Size is 4 x 6 inches, in excellent condition.

Australian soprano (1892-1968), born Florence Wilson, famous for her interpretations of Wagnerian roles. Signed photograph, shown as herself, inscribed.  Size is 3.25 x 5.25 inches, in very good condition. 

Italian mezzo-soprano (1911-2011), signed publicity photograph, shown as herself, inscribed. Stamped on verso by photographer Numen. Size is 3.25 x 5.5 inches, mounting traces on verso, otherwise in very good condition.  

Italian soprano (1896-1952), sang in major Italian theatres until the 1940s, later became one of the most important teachers of the post-war period, opening a school in her city, Pisa. Signed postcard photograph, shown as herself, inscribed and dated in 1941. Size is 3.5 x 5.5 inches, in excellent condition.

Italian soprano (1899-?), signed postcard photograph, shown in role. Stamped on verso by photographer Willem Coret, The Hague. Size is 3.25 x 5.25 inches, some silvering as well as a crease and slight paper loss on bottom right, otherwise in good condition. 

German tenor (1891-?1971), active from 1916 to 1944 in a number of major German opera houses. Signed postcard photograph, shown as himself, dated in Berlin in 1928. Photo by Lendvai-Dircksen photographers. Size is 3.5 x 5.25 inches, in excellent condition.