Singer Autographs & Memorabilia (A-D)

Australian tenor (1893-1957), signed photograph, shown as himself, inscribed. Bold and clear handwriting and signature. 7 x 9.5 inch photo mounted onto a photographer mat (writing is on the bottom of the mat), total item size is 8.75 x 13 inches, some wear on the far edges of the cardboard, photo itself is in excellent condition.

French soprano (1879-1967), who developed an important career in the French repertoire - she was also a teacher for Regine Crespin and Germaine Lubin among others. Large photograph signed by her, shown as Mathilde in Rossini's Guillaume Tell. Photograph is also signed by the photographer. Size is 8 x 10.75 inches, beautiful large vintage photo in excellent condition.

Star Russian bass (1873-1938), possessor of a large, deep, and expressive voice; enjoyed an important international career at major opera houses around the world. Original signed photographs of the artist in different sizes and conditions (for details please check individual descriptions). Scroll down to see all the autographs and click on each to enlarge or see more photos if available. SOLD INDIVIDUALLY. 

Italian soprano (1880-?), signed cabinet photograph, shown possibly in role, dated in Milan in 1911. Photo by Giacomo Brogi photo studio, Florence. Size is 4.25 x 6.5 inches, in very good condition.

Bulgarian bass (1914-1993), one of the greatest of the 20th century, known for both Russian, French and Italian repertoire.  Signed photograph, shown as Kociubey in Tchaikovsky's Mazeppa, inscribed and dated in 1961. Additional inscription and signature on verso. Stamped on verso by photographer Levi, Florence. Size is 6.25 x 9.25 inches, in very good condition. 

Italian tenor (1885-1963) who had a celebrated international career and made many early recordings for Edison and other labels. Large signed photo, shown in role, inscribed in San Francisco, dated in 1923. Size is 8 x 10 inches, in extremely good condition.

Italian mezzo-soprano (1870-?) whose career focused mostly on operetta. Nice black-and-white photograph of her depicted probably in role by photographer Varischi Artico & Co. (Milan), signed and inscribed by Ciotti with a short sentiment dated in Rome, November 1905. Size is 8.75 x 12.4 inches, some stains, in overall good condition.

Italian soprano (1898-1948), who studied in Bologna and Hamburg, and debuted as La Gioconda in Ponchielli's opera in 1924. Original signed photographs of the artists in different sizes and conditions (for details please check individual descriptions). Scroll down to see all the autographs and click on each to enlarge or see more photos if available. SOLD INDIVIDUALLY. 

French tenor (dates unknown), prominent in the early twentieth century. Original signed photographs of the artist in different sizes and conditions (for details please check individual descriptions). Scroll down to see all the autographs and click on each to enlarge or see more photos if available. SOLD INDIVIDUALLY. 

American tenor (1908-1981), and American mezzo (1914-?), double signed publicity photo, shown as themselves. Blind stamped by photographer Bruno of Hollywood, Hollywood and New York. Size is 7.5 x 10 inches, small blue ink mark near top left of photo, otherwise in excellent condition.

American tenor (1908-1981), debuted at the Metropolitan Opera in New York in 1950, where he sang for 6 seasons. Signed photo, shown in role. Size is 8 x 10 inches, inscribed. Minor folding damage on the borders, otherwise in very good condition.

Spanish tenor (1869-1919) who moved to Argentina in 1889 and served as the director at the California Temple of Arts in Los Angeles, USA. Fine photo postcard signed by him, dated in 1907, shown in role.  Size is 3.1 x 5.2 inches (trimmed from a larger size), mounting traces on verso, in very good condition. ALSO INCLUDED is a personal card with his signature printed on one side and handwritten by him on verso, dated in Los Angeles, 1907.

Spanish tenor (1869-1919), developed an important international career in Europe, USA, and South America; later lived in Mexico where he passed away from a nervous breakdown at age 50. Beautiful colorized postcard with his image as Ernani, signed and dated by him in Buenos Aires, 1909. Size is 3.5 x 5.5 inches, in very good condition. For low-priced photographs signed by opera singers, please click here.

Spanish tenor (1869-1919), who developed an important international career in Europe, USA, and South America; later lived in Mexico where he passed away from a nervous breakdown at age 50. Signed photo postcard, shown as Fernando in La Favorita, dated in Madrid, 1905. Size is 5.5 x 3.5 inches, in very good condition.

Star Italian tenor (1921-2003), who had a major international opera career between 1951 and 1976, and star Italian soprano (1939-2020). Beautiful large color photograph depicting them as Romeo and Juliette in Gounod's opera at the Metropolitan Opera, signed by both artists, dated in 1994. Size is 11 x 14.25 inches, in excellent condition.

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. 

Superstar 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.  Set of 2 signed photographs, shown in curtain call following a performance as Calaf in Puccini's Turandot, one of his most celebrated roles. Size of each is 3.5 x 5 inches, in excellent condition. Not sold separately. 

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) who had a major international opera career associated in particular with the spinto and dramatic tenor roles of the Italian repertory, and celebrated universally for his powerhouse voice, electrifying top notes, clear timbre, very elegant and passionate singing. Original signed photographs of the artist in different sizes and conditions (for more details please check individual descriptions). Scroll down to see all the autographs and click on each to enlarge or see more photos if available. SOLD INDIVIDUALLY. 

American soprano (1900-?), also known as Lenore Cohron. Nice sepia photograph signed and inscribed by her with a short sentiment dated 1931, here shown as Aida in Verdi's opera. Size is 7.5 x 9.4 inches, creases over the lower-right border, otherwise in very good condition.

Italian soprano and actress (1914-1968), signed photograph, shown as herself, inscribed in Milan, dated in 1934. This is a 6.25 x 8.75 inch photo mounted on soft cardboard with the signature and inscription on the bottom of the cardboard, not directly on the photo. Total item size is 9.5 x 13.5 inches, some cuts at the far edges of the cardboard, otherwise in excellent condition .

French mezzo-soprano (1879-?). Signed cabinet photograph, shown in title role of Bizet's Carmen, inscribed to her teacher. Size is 5.25 x 8.5 inches, very small creases at very bottom of cabinet (not on the photo), otherwise in excellent condition. 

French mezzo-soprano (1879-?). Signed cabinet photograph, shown in title role of Bizet's Carmen, inscribed to her teacher and dated in 1903. Size is 5.25 x 8.5 inches, very small creases at very bottom of cabinet (not on the photo), otherwise in excellent condition. 

American opera singer and actress (b.1930), who is best known for providing the voice of Princess Aurora in the 1959 Disney film "Sleeping Beauty". Movie-still photo of the Sleeping Beauty signed by her. Size is 10 x 7.9 inches, in excellent condition.

Romanian soprano (b.1939), signed photo postcard, shown as Sophie in Der Rosenkavalier. She sang a wide variety of roles from the 1960's to the 1980's and was much admired for her acting skills and facility for singing opera in many different languages. Photo by Fayer, Vienna. Size is 3.5 x 5.5 inches, in excellent condition.

Romanian soprano (b.1939) who sang a wide variety of roles from the 1960's to the 1980's and was much admired for her acting skills and facility for singing opera in many different languages. Signed photograph, shown as Violetta in Verdi's La Traviata. Photo by James Heffernan, Metropolitan Opera, New York. Size is 5 x 7 inches, in excellent condition.

Italian baritone (c. 1838-?). Wonderful cabinet photograph shown as himself, signed and inscribed by him; a photograph by Ganzini, Milan. Size is 4.25 x 6.25 inches, some trimming over the two top corners, otherwise in very good condition. 

American tenor (1844-?), signed cabinet photograph, shown as himself, signed and inscribed on verso. An original photo by photographer Sarony, New York, size is 4.25 x 6.5 inches, in excellent condition.

Belgian baritone (1883-1947) who made his debut in Richard Wagner's Die Meistersinger von Nurnberg, a leading performer at the Royal Opera House, Metropolitan Opera, and Chicago Grand Opera.  Beautiful black and white photo postcard signed by him, shown as himself. Size is 3.5 x 5.5 inches, in excellent condition. 

Belgian baritone (1883-1947), a leading performer at the Royal Opera House, Metropolitan Opera, and Chicago Grand Opera.  Signed photograph, shown in role with extensive inscription, dated in Milan in 1929. Bold handwriting and signature. Blind stamped on front by photographer M. Castagneri, Milan. Size is 6 x 9 inches, small crease on bottom left and mounting traces on verso, otherwise in excellent condition.   

French dramatic soprano (1927-2007) who later became a mezzo-, excelled in both French and German repertoire. Fine black-and-white photograph signed and inscribed by her with a short sentiment in French, shown in role. Size is 7.9 x 11.7 inches, ink-stamped on verso by photographer Rudolf Betz (Bayreuth Festival), in excellent condition.

Romanian soprano (1887-1960). Large beautiful photograph shown as herself, signed and inscribed by her, dated in 1925. Photograph is blind-stamped on the front by photographer Mario Castagneri, Milan. Size is 10.7 x 16 inches, some stains at the top, otherwise in very good condition.

Romanian mezzo-soprano (1887-1960). Attractive vintage photograph shown as herself, signed and inscribed by her, dated in 1932. Photograph is blind-stamped on the front by Foto Reale photographers, Rome. The 6.75 x 9.25 inch photo is mounted onto solid cardboard, total item size is 7.75 x 10 inches, several creases on the top right of the photo, otherwise in very good condition.

French mezzo-soprano (1882-1946), and singing teacher whose best-known pupils were Janine Micheau and Gerard Souzay. Signed photograph, shown as herself, dated in 1925. This is a 5.25 x 7 inch photo mounted on cardboard, total item size is 10 x 13.5 inches, stamped on verso of cardboard by Joaillier photographers, Paris, small tear on top left of photo and wear on the cardboard, otherwis in very good condition.

American tenor (1900-1972), one of the leading singers at the Met Opera in New York, a performer who has left many recordings. Fine photograph shown as himself, signed and inscribed by him. Size is 8 x 10 inches, in excellent condition.

Hungarian-born soprano and operetta singer. Large black-and-white photograph signed and inscribed by her, shown in role, dated in Torino, 1911, mounted on a photographer mat by Varischi & Artico, Milan. Size is 11.2 x 14.3 inches, trimmed at the top, some loss of paper over the upper-right corner, otherwise in very good condition.

American soprano (1879-1962), signed photgraph, shown in role in Wagner's Gotterdammerung, dated in 1922. Inscribed. Bold handwriting and signature. Printed signature on front of photographer Mishkin, New York. Size is 6 x 8 inches, slight paper loss on edges, otherwise in excellent condition.

Portuguese baritone (1856-1921), who sang leading roles in opera houses throughout Europe. Signed photo postcard, shown as Hans Heilling, dated in 1910. Size is 3.4 x 5.25 inches, some silvering, otherwise in very good condition.

Italian soprano (1871-1959) whose real name was Maria Clotilde Gigli. Signed vintage cabinet photograph, shown as herself. Photo by Rembrandt photo studio. This is a 5 x 7.25 inch photo mounted on a cabinet, total item size is 5.25 x 8.25 inches. Small creases on bottom edges of the cabinet not affecting the photo or signatures itself, which are in excellent condition.

Italian soprano (1871-1959) whose real name was Maria Clotilde Gigli. Signed photograph, shown as herself, inscribed. This is a 6.5 x 10.25 inch photo mounted on soft cardboard, total item size is 8.25 x 13 inches. Small creases on edges of the cardboard not affecting the photo or signatures itself, which are in excellent condition.

Celebrated Italian soprano (1893-1975), best remembered for her performances as Cio-Cio-San in Puccini's Madama Butterfly. Original signed photographs of the artist in different sizes and conditions (for more details please check individual descriptions). Scroll down to see all the autographs and click on each to enlarge or see more photos if available. SOLD INDIVIDUALLY. 

Italian soprano (1892-1975), who was especially acclaimed in the verismo repertory, and was regarded as being Puccini's favorite soprano, creating Magda in his La Rondine (1917). Original signed photographs of the artist in different sizes and conditions (for more details please check individual descriptions). Scroll down to see all the autographs and click on each to enlarge or see more photos if available. SOLD INDIVIDUALLY. 

French tenor (1871-1939). Signed photograph, shown as himself, inscribed and dated in 1911. Blind stamped on front by photographer Mishkin, New York. Size is 5 x 8 inches, small tear on top left and slight paper loss on bottom right, otherwise in very good condition. 

Italian dramatic soprano, active in the 1880s and 1890s who starred in the role of Nefta/Suor Clotilde in the world premiere performances of Alberto Franchetti's Asrael in 1888. Signed photograph, shown as herself, inscribed. Blind stamped by Ganzini and Gabrieli photographers, Milan. This is a 4.75 x 7.25 inch photo mounted onto a cabinet, total size is 5.25 x 8.5 inches, small tear on the bottom left of the cabinet (not affecting the handwriting and signature which is on the photo itself), otherwise in excellent condition. 

Prominent Italian baritone (1882-1963),  signed photograph, shown in role, inscribed and dated in 1914.  This is a 4 x 8 inch postcard photo mounted on soft cardboard (signed text is below the photo), total item size is 7.75 x 11.75 inches, mounting traces on verso, otherwise in very good condition.

Celebrated Romanian soprano (1860-1939), and creator of the titles roles in Puccini's "Tosca", Mascagni's "Iris", and Catalani's "La Wally". Beautiful colorized photo postcard signed by her and dated 1903, shown as Tosca in Puccini's opera. Size is 3.5 x 5.4 inches, in excellent condition.

Celebrated Romanian soprano (1860-1939), and creator of the title roles in Puccini's "Tosca", Mascagni's "Iris", and Catalani's "La Wally". Signed photograph, shown in role, inscribed with sentiment. Bold handwriting and signature. Size is 4.75 x 6.75 inches, mounting traces on verso, otherwise in excellent condition.

French operetta singer (1912-1987). Fine black-and-white photograph signed and inscribed by him with a short sentiment in French; photo by Studio Harcourt (Paris). Size is 7.25 x 10.2 inches, some imperfections along the borders, in overall very good condition.