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Lauritz Melchior (Tenor), 1940 April 5

 Item
Identifier: B367.03.0002.0016.00015

Abstract

Lauritz Melchior (3-20-1890 to 3-19-1973 Pre-eminent Danish-born American Wagnerian tenor of the 1920's, singing at 519 performances of Wagnerian roles at the Met.

Dates

  • 1940 April 5

Physical Description

Black and white photograph of Lauritz Melchior in a dark suit qearingseveral medals. The inscription is written across the top left-hand corner of the photo.

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Extent

From the File: 1 Linear Feet

Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements

Good 8 x 10 in.

Physical Description

Black and white photograph of Lauritz Melchior in a dark suit qearingseveral medals. The inscription is written across the top left-hand corner of the photo.

Inscriptions and Marks

To Mr Arthur Oberfelder with best wishes and in remembrance of my first concert in Denver 4-5-1940 Lauritz Melchior

Repository Details

Part of the Special Collections and Archives Repository

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