Fall 2021 Catalogue


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124. [Opera] Madeira, Jean. (1918–1972).
Signed Photograph

Signed James J. Kriegsmann of New York photograph of the American contralto, who has inscribed "To Paul / sincerely / Jean Madeira."  In fine condition.  8 x 10 inches (20.3 x 25.4 cm.). Read More...

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125. [Opera] Martinelli, Giovanni. (1885–1969).
Signed Photograph from the Ravinia Festival

Handsome signed Studio Giacomelli Venezia doubleweight photograph of the great Italian tenor, regarded at the Met as Caruso's successor in dramatic roles.  Martinelli has inscribed to Charles Drumheller, tenor and longtime rehearsal pianist at the Metropolitan and Chicago Lyric Opera: "To Mr. Cars. H. Drumheller / Very Cordially / G Martinelli / Ravinia / 1924" in white ink.  Embossed photographer's mark to lower right corner.  Stamp to verso reads "Reale Fotografia Giacomelli / Venezia."  Light wear to corners, spot to upper right margin, overall in fine condition.  6.5 x 9 inches (16.2 x 22.9 cm.). Read More...

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126. [Opera] Monaco, Mario del. (1915–1982).
Early Signed Photograph, "Otello"

Original signed Piccagliani of Milano photograph of the Italian tenor whose ringing voice and virile appearance earned him the nickname of the "Brass Bull of Milan," shown in his signature role.  Boldly signed in blue ink in the blank lower margin. 5 x 7 inches [13 x 18 cm]. Small bends to lower right edge, else fine.

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127. [Opera] Nilsson, Birgit. (1918–2005).
Signed Photograph

Signed Fayer of Vienna portrait photograph of the important Swedish soprano, shown in a white fur and pearls, with her bold signature to the lower margin.  Light toning, overall fine. 7.75 x 10 inches (20.6 x 25.5 cm). Read More...

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128. [Opera] Patti, Adelina. (1843–1919).
Handcolored Portrait Photograph

Attractively hand colored albumen photograph of one of the greatest sopranos of the late nineteenth century, greatly admired by Verdi who considered her a "stupendous artist."  Set in an elaborate Victorian mount. 6.75 x 4.25 inches overall. Fine.

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129. [Opera] Patti, Adelina. (1843–1919).
Original CDV Portrait

Original Mayer & Pierson CDV photograph of one of the greatest sopranos of the late nineteenth century, greatly admired by Verdi who considered her a "stupendous artist." A few small stray marks, small abrasion on the card just under the image, else fine. 6.2 x 10.25 cm. 

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130. [Opera] Schipa, Tito. (1888–1965).
Signed Photograph from the Ravinia Festival

Signed doubleweight Lumiere of NY photograph of the great Italian tenor, the "outstanding 'tenore di grazia' of his generation." (Grove)  Captured in striking profile, Schipa has inscribed to Charles Drumheller, tenor and longtime rehearsal pianist at the Metropolitan and Chicago Lyric Opera: "To Mr. / Charles / Drumheller / compliments / of / Tito Schipa / Ravinia 1923."  Pinhole to upper margin, light spotting to lower left corner, else in very fine condition.  8 x 10 inches (20.3 x 25.4 cm.). Read More...

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131. [Opera] Scotti, Antonio. (1866–1936).
Signed Oversize Photograph in "Otello"

Signed oversize exhibition photograph of the Italian baritone in costume as Iago in Verdi's Otello.  Scotti has inscribed and boldly signed to Charles Drumheller, tenor and longtime rehearsal pianist at the Metropolitan and Chicago Lyric Opera: "To Mr. / Charles Drumheller / Sincerely / A Scotti / Ravinia Park / August / 1919" in white ink.  Significant toning and wear to edges, particularly to the lower corners, though the image and signature remain unaffected and most imperfections could be easily matted out of view.  Overall in very good condition.  11 x 14 inches (27.9 x 35.6 cm.). Read More...

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132. [Opera] Østvig, Karl Aagaard. (1889–1968).
Autograph Signature

Autograph signature from the Norwegian tenor, particularly known for his performances of Puccini, Strauss, and Wagner, and widely considered to have been the greatest dramatic tenor in Norwegian history.  He has signed and dated "Wien Nov. 1923" in pencil to an autograph album leaf.  Light toning to lower corners, else in fine condition.  5.25 x 6.25 inches (13.3 x 15.9 cm.).

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133. [Opera] Tagliavini, Ferruccio. (1913–1995).
Signed Photograph

Signed J. Abresch of New York photograph of the Italian tenor, who has boldly signed in green ink.  Photographer's stamp to verso together with a collector's stamp reading "Jose Irabien Gomez / Discoteca Internacional."  In fine condition.  4 x 6 inches (10.2 x 15.2 cm.).

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134. [Opera] Tamberlik, Enrico. (1820–1889).
Autograph Letter Signed

ALS from the Italian tenor to an unidentified man, "Camille."  Madrid, 8 July 1868;  3 pp. on bifold stationary.  Writing in French, Tamberlik expresses his delight in hearing that Camille will come to Madrid this winter, thanks him for the two pieces he received, and asks for his thanks to be extended "to Georgette" for the letter she had written.  Expected mailing folds, stain to blank back page bleeds through to front, some spotting, else in fine condition.  5 x 8 inches (12.7 x 20.3 cm.). Read More...

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135. [Opera] Warfield, William. (1920–2002).
Signed Photograph

Signed photograph of the powerful bass-baritone, celebrated among other achievements for his magnificent recordings of works by Copland and Gershwin. 8 x 10 inches, signed "Sincerely William Warfield Feb 24, 1962" in bold blue ink. Very fine.

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136. [Jazz & Song] [Afro-Cuban Jazz].
Original Photograph

Evocative original doubleweight sepia photograph of an unidentified Afro-Cuban jazz ensemble ca. 1950, acquired in Havana, Cuba and evidently taken there.  Creasing throughout, edge wear, pin hole to upper margin, the patina of age on this particular piece oddly enhancing its particular vibe.  7.25 x 5 inches (18.4 x 12.7 cm.). Read More...

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137. [Jazz & Song] Amy, Curtis. (1929–2002).
Signed Photograph

Signed 10 x 8 inch Pacific Jazz Records promotional photograph of the American tenor saxophone player. Very fine.

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138. [Jazz & Song] Arlen, Harold. (1905–1986).
"Harold sings Arlen (with friend)" - LP Signed and Inscribed to his Doctor

New York: Columbia Masterworks. LP record cover boldly inscribed on the front cover in blue ink by the distinguished American composer best known for "Stormy Weather," and for his songs for "The Wizard of Oz": “For Dr. Brecker, Friend + Patient, Harold / 5-26-66.” Mono OL-6520. In very fine condition, together with the LP itself, untested but in apparently fine condition.  Read More...

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139. [Jazz & Song] Bailey, Pearl. (1918–1990).
Signed Photograph

Early original James Kriegsman of NY William Morris Agency publicity photograph of the popular American actress and singer, signed and inscribed in blue ink "To Ray - Love ya - and the truth is the light - Pearl." 8 x 10 inches. Small stains and handling creases around the edges, else fine.

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140. [Jazz & Song] Bailey, Pearl. (1918–1990) [Sullivan, Ed. (1901–1974)].
Signed Photograph with Ed Sullivan

Unusual 7 x 9 inch original photograph of the popular American actress and singer, onstage with Ed Sullivan. This photograph was from Bailey's personal collection and she has identified it in ink on the lower portion as "Ed and Pearl." Slight rippling to surface, else in fine condition, an unusual association.

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141. [Jazz & Song] Bailey, Pearl. (1918–1990) & Bellson, Louie. (1924–2009).
Collection of Original Photographs

Grouping of thirteen original photographs from Bailey's personal collection, showing her alone and with her husband, the great drummer Louie Bellson, and with or of other family members, musical and film figures, including a sensational candid photo of Bellson playing traditional drums in an apparent unidentified African tribal setting. Images by Max Machol, Pic Photos, Tudor Owen, Ted Bettencourt and other uncredited photographers, various sizes and formats, generally undated though ranging from roughly 1950 - 1980, most approx. 8 x 10 inches, all in fine condition.

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142. [Jazz & Song] [Beatles] Lennon, John. (1940–1980) [Jann Wenner].
"Lennon Remembers: The Rolling Stone Interviews" - Signed With a Drawing

San Francisco: Straight Arrow Books. 1971. Second printing. 8vo. Publisher's cloth in original dust jacket. Illustrated with photographs, 191 pp. Hurried signature in blue ballpoint ink by John Lennon with a small self-portrait on the title page. Jacket toned, loss at head of jacket spine costing some lettering, else fine. 8.25 x 5.5 inches (21.5 x 14 centimeters).  Read More...

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143. [Jazz & Song] [Beatles].
Miniature Photo Album Necklace

Amusing tiny photograph book album measuring 2.5 cm, bound in crimson gilt-stamped leather and containing 11 photographs of the band on an accordion foldout. A necklace chain is attached, lest you find yourself ever without it.

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