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Superstar Italian tenor (1921-2003), lot of 33 unsigned photos, shown in role at La Scala, Milan in the 1950s and 1960s. Sized at 4 x 5.75 inches, in excellent condition, sold only as lot.

Star Italian tenor (1921-2003), one of the greatest tenors of all time; and legendary German mezzo-soprano (1928-2021). Beautiful black and white photograph in performance, probably in Werther by Massenet, signed by both artists. Size 7 x 5 inches, in very good condition.

Star Italian tenor (1921-2003), one of the greatest tenors of all time; and Swedish star soprano (1918-2005), world-famous for her interpretations of dramatic roles in Wagner, Puccini and Richard Strauss operas. Attractive black and white photograph signed by both stars, shown as themselves, inscribed. Stamped on verso by photographer Erika Davidson, New York. Size is 8 x 10 inches, small stains on verso, otherwise in excellent condition.

Pair of photos signed by superstar tenor Franco Corelli (1921-2003) and soprano Birgit Nilsson (1918-2005), shown as Calaf and Turandot in a curtain call for a performance of famous opera by Puccini at the Metropolitan Opera in New York. Photos are 8 x 10 inches, Nilsson´s is inscribed, Corelli´s is dated in 1961, both in excellent condition. A very nice pair of autograph from one of the most famous performances of this opera

One sheet with two separate signed photographs of two leading mid to late twentieth century Italian opera singers, both appearing in Francesco Cilea's Adriana Lecouvreur.  On the front side we see star Italian tenor Franco Corelli (1921-2003) as Maurizio with Italian soprano Magda Olivero (1910-2014) in the title role appearing at the Teatro San Carlo in Naples in 1959, the signature on this page is only that of Corelli and the photograph is by the Troncone photo studio. While there is additional handwriting at the top of the page referring to Clara Petrella, it does in fact appear that the soprano shown here is actually Olivero. The verso side of this sheet contains a separate signed photograph of Olivero alone, shown again as Adriana Lecouvreur, this time from a performance given in Florence in 1966, the photo is by the photographer Marchiori. Signatures on each of these photos are at the bottom of the page and do not affect the image. Size of this item is 8.5 x 11 inches, very small crease on bottom of the page, otherwise in excellent condition. 

Star Italian tenor (1921-2003) who had a major international opera career between 1951 and 1976. Associated in particular with spinto and dramatic roles of the Italian repertory, he was celebrated universally for his powerhouse voice, electrifying top notes, clear timbre, very elegant and passionate singing, and remarkable performances. Lot of 12 beautiful black and white photographs of the Metropolitan Opera production of Puccini's La Boheme starring Franco Corelli as Rodolfo; stamped on verso by photographer Erica Davidson, New York.  Each one's size is 7.1 x 4.8 inches, all in excellent condition. SOLD ONLY AS A LOT, NOT SOLD SEPARATELY.

Star Italian tenor (1921-2003) who had a major international opera career between 1951 and 1976. Associated in particular with the spinto and dramatic tenor roles of the Italian repertory, he was celebrated universally for his powerhouse voice, electrifying top notes, clear timbre, a very elegant and passionate singing and remarkable performances. Signed photo, shown as himself. Size is 4 x 5.75 inches, in excellent condition.

Star tenor Franco Corelli (1921-2003), signed photo, showing him as himself, handwritten "Arena di Verona, ´79" - size is 10 x 8 inches. Stamped on verso by photographer Erika Davidson, New York.

Superstar Italian tenor (1921-2003), signed photo postcard, shown as himself. Inscribed and signed in Venice, dated 1960. Blind stamped by photographer Varani. Size is 4 x 5.75 inches, in excellent condition.

Star tenor Franco Corelli (1921-2003), one of the greatest tenors of all time. Signed photo, shown as himself at Arena di Verona in Italy, 1972, 8 x 10 inches

Star tenor Franco Corelli (1921-2003), one of the greatest tenors of all time. Signed photo, shown as himself, 4 x 5.75 inches, inscribed, dated in 1988

Star tenor Franco Corelli (1921-2003). One of the greatest of all time. Signed photo as himself, dated in 1960. Size 4 x 6 inches.

Star Italian tenor (1921-2003), who had a major international opera career between 1951 and 1976. Associated in particular with the spinto and dramatic tenor roles of the Italian repertory, he was celebrated universally for his powerhouse voice, electrifying top notes, clear timbre, a very elegant and passionate singing and remarkable performances. Signed photo, shown as Radamés in Verdi's Aida at the Metropolitan Opera. Size 8 x 10 inches, beautiful item in excellent condition.

Star tenor Franco Corelli (1921-2003), signed photo, shown in the title role in Andrea Chenier (opera by Giordano), 5 x 7 inches, in excellent condition

Star Italian tenor (1921-2003), who had a major international opera career between 1951 and 1976, particularly associated with spinto and dramatic tenor roles. Signed photo, shown as Don Jose in Bizet's Carmen, inscribed and dated in 1960. Size is 4 x 5.9 inches, blind stamped by photographer Varani. A very attractive item, in excellent condition.

Star Italian tenor (1921-2003), signed photo, shown as Dick Johnson in Puccini's Fanciulla del West. He had a major international opera career between 1951 and 1976, particularly associated with the spinto and dramatic tenor roles of the Italian repertory, and was celebrated universally for his powerhouse voice, electrifying top notes, clear timbre, very elegant and passionate singing and remarkable performances. Photo Size is 4 x 5.75 inches, blind stamped by photographer Varani, beautiful item in excellent condition.

Star tenor Franco Corelli (1921-2003), one of the greatest tenors of all time. Signed photo, shown as Calaf in Turandot, opera by Puccini, at Teatro La Scala. Size is 4 x 5.75 inches, in excellent condition

Program signed on cover, Tisch Center for the Arts in 92nd Street, a Masterclass by Corelli, 1993. Size is 8.5 x 11 inches, in good condition.

Program for a recital of the star Italian tenor at the Academic Hall, Englewood, NJ, USA, in March 1962 signed by him on the front cover and also signed by the replacing pianist Diana Delmonte and baritone Anselmo Colzani on page 4.  Size is 6.8 x 9.9 inches, 4 pages, minor stains, in overall very good condition.

Complete libretto with full lyrics of Puccini's Turandot, published by F. Rullman, New York, signed by the star Italian tenor on the front cover, being Calaf one of his signature roles. Size is 6 x 9 inches, full libretto with all pages and covers, minor rust stains on edges, in very good condition.

Signed cast page from a Metropolitan Opera program, performance of Adriana Lecouvreur on Jan 21st, 1963. Boldly signed by Franco Corelli on the top right, as well as Renata Tebaldi (who signed with a small signature next to her name in the cast page). An unsigned photo of both is also included

Signed cast page from a Metropolitan Opera program, 1966, for a performance of Andrea Chenier. Cast page is signed both by Franco Corelli (who performed in the title role) and Renata Tebaldi (who performed as Maddalena). Size is 7.25 x 10.25 inches, has minor trimming at the top, otherwise in excellent condition

Star Italian tenor (1921-2003), one of the greatest tenors of all time and Italian soprano (1922-2004), strikingly beautiful double signed photo, shown in Adriana Lecouvreur. Size is 10 x 8 inches, in excellent condition. The best photo signed by these two star singers together that we have seen.

Star Italian tenor (1921-2003), one of the greatest tenors of all time; and famous Italian soprano (1922-2004). Beautiful black and white photograph signed by both stars. Size is 8 x 10 inches, some minimal amounts of rust (must be protected from light), otherwise in excellent condition.

Star Italian tenor (1921-2003), one of the greatest tenors of all time; and famous Italian soprano (1922-2004). Attractive black and white photograph signed by both stars, shown backstage following a performance of Puccini's La Boheme along with baritone Gian Giacomo Guelfi. Stamped on verso by photographer Georges Farret, Marseille. Size is 5 x 7 inches, in excellent condition.

Star Italian tenor (1921-2003), one of the greatest tenors of all time; and famous Italian soprano (1922-2004). Double signed photograph, showing them in roles in Cilea's Adriana Lecouvreur. Size is 8 x 10 inches, in excellent condition.

Bulgarian soprano (1920-2007).  Signed photo shown  as herself, dated in 1952. Stamped on verso by photographer Walther, Dresden. Size 4 x 5.75 inches, in very good condition.

Bulgarian soprano (1920-2007), signed photograph, shown most likely in role, dated in Berlin 1956. Signature and inscription on verso. Stamped on verso by Kohler photographers. Size is 3.5 x 5.5 inches, in excellent condition.  

Turkish Swiss bass (1916-1984), signed photo as himself, 4 x 5.75 inches.

Swiss bass (1916-1984) especially celebrated for his comic roles in the 1950s to the 1970s, widely recorded. Typed letter signed with his business letterhead, dated in Lugano in 1950, addressed to the director of La Scala, Milan. Contains printed signature underneath the typed text. 1 page, written in Italian, sold untranslated. Size is 8.25 x 11.75 inches, a rare item in excellent condition. 

American popular standards singer (1935-2021). Nice half-tone promo black-and-white photograph signed and inscribed by her with a short sentiment. Size is 7.75 x 9.75 inches, in excellent condition.

Danish actress and model. Nice color photograph signed by her. Size is 7.9 x 9.75 inches, in excellent condition.

American composer (b.1938) and winner of important awards including an Oscar for his work on movie soundtracks. Beautiful 4-bar autograph music quote in pencil with the cello solo from the 3rd movement of his Symphony #1 signed by him. Size is 8.8 x 3.1 inches, in very good condition. ALSO INCLUDED is a copy of a typed letter signed by him with a handwritten message over the right border.

American composer (b.1938) and winner of important awards including an Oscar for his work on movie soundtracks.  Autograph music quote signed by him in 1933, with two bars from the aria "Once there was a golden bird" from his opera "The Ghosts of Versailles".  Size is 9.5 x 12.25 inches, in excellent condition.

American composer (b.1938) and winner of important awards including an Oscar for his work on movie soundtracks. Autograph music quote on a card signed by Corigliano with 5 bars from his clarinet concerto (1977). Size is 4 x 6 inches, in excellent condition.

American violinist (1901-1975) and concert master of the New York Philharmonic between 1943 and 1952. Fine card signed by him with a short text and dates. Size is 3.5 x 2 inches, in very good condition.

American composer (b.1938) and winner of important awards including an Oscar for his work on movie soundtracks. Color photograph of a scene from his opera "The Ghost of Versailles" (1991) signed by him; front sticker by photographer Winnie Klotz, New York. Size is 7 x 4.9 inches, in excellent condition.

American composer (b.1938) and winner of important awards including an Oscar for his work on movie soundtracks. Beautiful black-and-white photograph signed by him. Size is 7.2 x 5.25 inches, some smudge on ink, in excellent condition.

American composer (b.1938) and winner of important awards including an Oscar for his work on movie soundtracks. Beautiful black-and-white photograph signed and inscribed by him with a short sentiment, shown young reading a musical score, dated in 1977. Size is 8 x 10 inches, in excellent condition.

Belgian baritone (1869-1933).  Signed photo postcard, shown in Il Barbiere di Siviglia.  Size is 3.5 x 5.5 inches, in excellent condition

Belgian baritone (1869-1933), signed photo postcard, shown as Escamillo in Bizet's Carmen, dated in 1912. Size is 3.5 x 5.25 inches, in excellent condition.

Belgian baritone (1869-1933), signed photo postcard, shown as Figaro in Rossini's Barbiere di Siviglia, inscribed and dated in 1909. Photo by Lapinskof M.D., Anvers. Size is 3.5 x 5.25 inches, in excellent condition.

American burlesque stripper and actress (1909-1999); active between 1941 and 1979. Black-and-white photograph signed and inscribed by her with a short sentiment. Size is 8.1 x 10 inches, in very good condition.

American soprano (b. 1944), signed photo, shown as herself. Size is 4 x 5.75 inches, in excellent condition.

Belgian musician and conductor (1881-1953), worked as a conductor and Director of Theatre Royale de la Monnaie in Brussels for many years. Autograph note signed, with the letterhead of the theater, dated in 1920. Two pages, 4.5 x 7 inches, in French, sold untranslated, in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is an unsigned photo of him, an original photo by C. Dupont, Brussels, mounted on photographer´s mat, total size is 6.4 x 10.5 inches, in excellent condition.

Signed photo postcard of the British tenor (1865-1934) who sang at Bayreuth, Covent Garden and Paris Opera. Dated in London in 1909, size is 3.5 x 5.5 inches, borders with silvering , otherwise in very good condition