Convolute of autographs | Opera

The bundle consists of the following items:

Ion Piso (1926*) | Signed clipping

June 1963 | profession: Singer/Singer | country: Romania | size: 112 x 115 mm | technique: ballpoint

Scrap of paper with the handwritten signature of the Romanian opera singer Ion Pisa and the handwritten date "6.?.1963". Ion Piso, a world-class lyric tenor, became famous for his bright voice color and impressive interpretations, especially in the Italian and French repertoire, and was one of the most prominent musical personalities of Romania in the 20th century.

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Robert Primožič (1893 - 1943) | Signed clipping

June 1925 | profession: Opera singer | country: Jugoslavia | size: 172 x 118 mm | technique: ink

Signed scrap of paper with handwritten date "??.6.1925" and indication of the place, accompanied by a photo of the Slovenian singer Robert Primožič on a separate scrap with printed text. Robert Primožič, active in the first half of the 20th century, was recognized for his cultivated voice and contribution to the development of musical life in Slovenia and the wider Central European area.

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John Stanton Shirley-Quirk (1931 - 2014) | Signed clipping with photo

May 22, 1979 | profession: Opera singer | country: Great Britain | size: 187 x 139 mm | technique: ink

A paper clipping with the handwritten signature of British bass-baritone John Stanton Shirley-Quirk and the handwritten date "22/5/1979", accompanied by a pasted-in newspaper photograph with a short informative text. John Shirley-Quirk was appreciated for his deep musicality, collaboration with Benjamin Britten and distinctive interpretations of vocal-instrumental works of the 20th century, which made him one of the leading British singers of his generation.

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Zara Doluchanova (Zara Makarjanová) (1918 - 2007) | signature on paper

1957 | second name: Զարուհի Դոլուխանյան | profession: Opera singer | country: Armenia | size: 101 x 130 mm | technique: pen on paper

Signature of Zara Doluchanová (Zara Makarjanová) on a signature card from 1957, supplemented by a short description of the personality on the back. Zara Doluchanova was an Armenian singer with an alto voice, recognized for her interpretation of folk and classical songs and her work in the Soviet radio and concert environment. The card is a personal reminder of her artistic career during the peak of her popularity.

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Michael Devlin (1942*) | two signatures on cards

profession: Opera singer | country: USA | size: 146 x 107mm / 156 x 106m | technique: ballpoint

Two cards featuring a portrait photo and handwritten signature of American opera singer Michael Devlin, each with an informative text on the back about his career. An outstanding bass-baritone of the second half of the 20th century, Devlin worked on the world's leading stages, including the Metropolitan Opera, where he impressed in the roles of Mozart, Verdi and Wagner. His voice stood out for its dark timbre, technical certainty and dramatic expression.

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Žarko Cvejić (1907 - 1994) | handwritten signature

second name: Жарко Цвејић | profession: Opera singer | country: Yugoslavia (Serbia) | size: 88 x 125 mm | technique: ink on paper

Signature and handwriting of Yugoslav music critic and publicist Žarko Cvejić on a card written in Prague. An important cultural commentator of the second half of the 20th century, known for his professional erudition, his perceptive view of contemporary music and his active involvement in the field of international musical exchange. His lyrics stood out for their clear style, deep insight and ability to bring musical events closer to the general public.

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Lucie Delarue-Mardrus (1874 - 1945) | signature on paper

profession: Writer | country: France | size: 191 x 138 mm | technique: ink on paper

The signature of the French writer, poet and journalist Lucie Delarue-Mardrus, accompanied by the stamp of the state French general school in Prague. A prominent literary figure of the early 20th century, known for her lyrical poetry, novels and travelogues. Her work was imbued with subtle emotionality, a sense of beauty and a free-spirited spirit. In her time, she was also a prominent voice of women's emancipation and cultural cosmopolitanism.

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Margherita Casals-Mantovani (1928 - 1980) | signature on a postcard

March 30, 1941 | profession: Opera singer | country: Italy / Spain | size: 105 x 148 mm | technique: ink on paper

Signature of the Italian soprano Margherita Casals-Mantovani on a postcard with a photograph of her performing in the opera *Turandot*, dated 30 March 1941. A prominent representative of the dramatic soprano field, known for her firm, carrying voice and impressive stage presence. Her interpretations of Puccini's heroines stood out for their emotional depth and technical certainty, which ensured her recognition on Italian and foreign stages.

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William Johns (1936*) | signature on the photo

May 16, 1979 | profession: Opera singer | country: USA | size: 166 x 107mm / 68 x 72mm | technique: fixed

Signature of the American tenor William Johns on a portrait photograph, dated May 16, 1979. William Johns was a world-class dramatic tenor who established himself especially in European opera houses during the 1970s and 1980s. He became famous for his interpretations of Wagnerian roles, especially as Tannhäuser, Siegmund or Tristan. His voice stood out for its power, luster and intensity of expression, which secured him a permanent place among the leading American singers of his generation.

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Rachel Yakar (1936 - 2023) | signature on the clipping

May 13, 1979 | profession: Opera singer | country: France | size: 105 x 150 mm / 58 x 75 mm | technique: fixed

Signature of the French soprano Rachel Yakar on a scrap of paper dated May 13, 1979. Rachel Yakar was a prominent representative of the lyric soprano, specializing in the baroque and classical repertoire. She became famous for her collaboration with conductors such as Nikolaus Harnoncourt and Gustav Leonhardt and made a significant contribution to the revival of historically informed interpretation. Her speech stood out for its purity, stylistic refinement and deep understanding of musical expression.

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Elena Vasilyevna Obraztsova (1939 - 2015) | Autographs

1978 | second name: Елена Васильевна Образцова | profession: Opera singer | country: Russia | size: 310 × 260 mm (pad size) | technique: signatures on paper cards

Autographs of the Soviet mezzo-soprano Elena Vasiljevna Obraztsova from 1978. One of the most outstanding opera personalities of the 20th century, she became famous for her captivating dramatic speech, stunning vocal range and strong stage charisma. Her roles in operas such as *Carmen*, *Amneris* or *Marina Mniševna* from *Boris Godunov* made her famous on stages all over the world. In 1978, she was already an internationally recognized star and holder of the title of National Artist of the USSR. A set containing two cards with newspaper clippings and handwritten signatures of the legendary Russian opera singer Elena Vasiljevna Obraztsov, one of the most important mezzo-sopranos of the 20th century.

Obraztsov was a soloist at the Bolshoi Theater in Moscow and became famous for her dramatic mezzo-soprano roles. Her singing career spanned world opera stages including the Metropolitan Opera, La Scala, Covent Garden and the Wiener Staatsoper.

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