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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1961-December 1965

ARCH.2003.35, Rendition: 804936

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This is an advertisement for London Records, featuring a collection of black-and-white portrait photographs of operatic artists. The title at the top reads "The Greatest Operatic Artists of Our Time," followed by the London Records logo and the initials "ffrr" and "ffss," which likely stand for Full Frequency Range and Full Frequency Stereo, indicating the quality of the recordings.

Below the title, there are 18 smaller portraits arranged in a grid, with the names of the artists listed beneath each photo. The names of the artists shown are:

  1. Ettore Bastianini
  2. Carlo Bergonzi
  3. Anita Cerquetti
  4. Fernando Corena
  5. Lisa Della Casa
  6. Mario Del Monaco
  7. Giuseppe Di Stefano
  8. Kirsten Flagstad
  9. Hilde Gueden
  10. Flaviano Labo
  11. George London
  12. Cornell MacNeil
  13. Cesare Siepi
  14. Giulietta Simionato
  15. Renata Tebaldi

At the bottom of the advertisement, the address of London Records, Inc. is provided: "539 W. 25th St., New York, N.Y." The page number "15" is visible at the bottom center, indicating this is likely from a catalog or booklet. The overall design is simple and elegant, emphasizing the prestige and quality of the recordings.

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This image is an advertisement for London Records, promoting "The Greatest Operatic Artists of Our Time." The ad features a grid of black-and-white portraits of fifteen opera singers, each with their name listed below their image. The singers are:

  1. Ettore Bastianini
  2. Carlo Bergonzi
  3. Anita Cerquetti
  4. Fernando Corena
  5. Lisa Della Casa
  6. Mario Del Monaco
  7. Giuseppe Di Stefano
  8. Kirsten Flagstad
  9. Hilde Gueden
  10. Flaviano Labo
  11. George London
  12. Cornell MacNeil
  13. Cesare Siepi
  14. Giulietta Simionato
  15. Renata Tebaldi

The layout is clean and professional, with the London Records logo prominently displayed at the top. The company's address is listed at the bottom: "LONDON RECORDS, INC. 539 W. 25TH ST.. NEW YORK. N. Y." The page number "15" is visible at the bottom right corner, indicating that this is likely a page from a magazine or a catalog.

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The image shows a page from a magazine or a brochure with a black and white theme. The page is titled "The Greatest Operatic Artists of Our Time," and it features a list of names of operatic artists. The names are arranged in a grid format, with each name accompanied by a portrait of the artist. The artists are dressed formally, and some are wearing ties. The page also includes the name of the record company, "London Records, Inc.," and the address of the company.

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This image is a page from a magazine or promotional booklet. It features a black-and-white photograph of a group of people, likely opera singers or performers, standing together. The text at the top of the page reads "The Greatest Operatic Artists of Our Time are on LONDON RECORDS." Below the photo, there are the names of the artists, including Ettore Bastianini, Carlo Bergonzi, Anita Cerquetti, Fernando Corena, Lisa Della Casa, Mario Del Monaco, Giuseppe Di Stefano, Kirsten Flagstad, Hilde Gueden, Flaviano Labo, George London, Cornell MacNeil, Cesare Siepi, Giulietta Simionato, and Renata Tebaldi. The image has a vintage feel, and the overall design is simple and elegant.

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The image depicts the cover of a promotional booklet or advertisement for London Records. The title at the top reads, "The Greatest Operatic Artists of Our Time," indicating that the content focuses on notable opera performers. Below the title, the text "are on" suggests that these artists are featured on London Records.

The central part of the image showcases the London Records logo, which includes the text "ffrr LONDON RECORDS fffs" in bold, stylized lettering. Underneath the logo, there is a grid of 12 black-and-white photographs of prominent operatic artists. Each photograph is accompanied by the artist's name, listed as follows:

Top Row:

  1. Ettore Bastianini
  2. Carlo Bergenzi
  3. Anita Cerquetti
  4. Fernando Corena
  5. Liza Della Casa

Middle Row:

  1. Mario Del Monaco
  2. Giuseppe Di Stefano
  3. Kirsten Flagstad
  4. Hilde Gueden
  5. Flavio Labo

Bottom Row:

  1. George London
  2. Cornell MacNeil
  3. Cesare Siepi
  4. Giulietta Simionato
  5. Renata Tebaldi

At the bottom of the image, the text "LONDON RECORDS, INC." is prominently displayed, along with the address: "539 W. 25TH ST. NEW YORK, N.Y." The page number "15" is visible in the bottom right corner, suggesting this is part of a larger publication or catalog.

The overall design is clean and professional, emphasizing the prestige of the artists featured and the brand associated with their recordings. The black-and-white photographs convey a classic, timeless aesthetic, aligning with the theme of operatic excellence.

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The image is a page from a book or magazine, featuring a list of the "Greatest Operatic Artists of Our Time" as of 1956. The page is white with black text and features a list of 16 opera singers, each accompanied by a small black-and-white photo.

  • Title
    • The title of the page is "The Greatest Operatic Artists of Our Time" in large black text at the top.
    • Below the title, there is a logo for London Records, Inc., which includes the company name in white text on a black background.
  • List of Opera Singers
    • The list includes 16 opera singers, each with their name and a small black-and-white photo.
    • The singers are listed in three rows of five, with their names in small black text below their photos.
    • The singers include Ettore Bastianini, Carlo Bergonzi, Anita Cerquetti, Fernando Corena, Lisa Della Casa, Mario Del Monaco, Giuseppe Di Stefano, Kirsten Flagstad, Hilde Gueden, Flaviano Labo, George London, Cornell MacNeil, Cesare Siepi, Giulietta Simionato, and Renata Tebaldi.
  • Background
    • The background of the page is white, with a beige border around the edges.
    • The page appears to be a scan or photocopy of an original document, as evidenced by the slight crease in the top-left corner and the faint shadow around the edges.

Overall, the image provides a snapshot of the opera world in 1956, highlighting the greatest operatic artists of the time. The list of singers includes many well-known figures in the opera world, and the inclusion of their photos adds a personal touch to the page.

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The image presents a page from a book or magazine, featuring a list of 15 individuals with their names and headshots. The title at the top reads, "The Greatest Operatic Artists of Our Time are on LONDON RECORDS." Below this, there is a logo for London Records, accompanied by the text "ffrr" and "ffss" in smaller font.

The list of artists is arranged in three rows of five, with each person's name written below their corresponding headshot. The names include Ettore Bastianini, Carlo Bergonzi, Anita Cerquetti, Fernando Corena, Lisa Della Casa, Mario Del Monaco, Giuseppe Di Stefano, Kirsten Flagstad, Hilde Gueden, Flaviano Labo, George London, Cornell MacNeil, Cesare Siepi, Giulietta Simionato, and Renata Tebaldi.

At the bottom of the page, the text "LONDON RECORDS, INC." is displayed, along with the address "539 W. 25TH ST., NEW YORK, N.Y." and the page number "15." The background of the page is white, while the surrounding area appears to be a light brown color.

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The image depicts a page from a book or magazine, featuring an advertisement for London Records. The page is white with black text and images.

  • Title
    • "The Greatest Operatic Artists of Our Time" in large font at the top.
    • "are on" in smaller italicized font below the title.
  • London Records Logo
    • A black rectangle with "LONDON RECORDS" written in white cursive font.
    • "ffrr" and "ffss" on either side of the logo in black font within white rectangles.
  • Operatic Artists
    • 15 black-and-white headshots of operatic artists, arranged in three rows of five.
    • Each headshot is accompanied by the artist's name in small black font.
    • The artists featured are:
      • Ettore Bastianini
      • Carlo Bergonzi
      • Anita Cerquetti
      • Fernando Corena
      • Lisa Della Casa
      • Mario Del Monaco
      • Giuseppe Di Stefano
      • Kirsten Flagstad
      • Hilde Gueden
      • Flaviano Labo
      • George London
      • Cornell MacNeil
      • Cesare Siepi
      • Giulietta Simionato
      • Renata Tebaldi
  • Company Information
    • "LONDON RECORDS, INC." in bold black font at the bottom of the page.
    • Address: "539 W. 25TH ST., NEW YORK, N.Y." in smaller black font.
    • Page number: "15" in small black font at the bottom center of the page.

The advertisement showcases the talent roster of London Records, highlighting their association with renowned operatic artists.

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The image presents a page from an open book, featuring a collection of photographs and text that appear to be promoting London Records. The page is white with black text and images.

  • Title
    • The title at the top reads "The Greatest Operatic Artists of Our Time" in large font.
    • Below the title, smaller text states "are on" followed by a logo for London Records.
  • Logo and Record Labels
    • The logo features "ffrr" on the left, "LONDON RECORDS" in the center, and "ffss" on the right.
  • Photographs of Artists
    • There are 15 black-and-white photographs of opera singers arranged in three rows of five.
    • Each photograph is accompanied by the artist's name in small text below it.
    • The artists featured include:
      • Ettore Bastianini
      • Carlo Bergonzi
      • Anita Cerquetti
      • Fernando Corena
      • Lisa Della Casa
      • Mario Del Monaco
      • Giuseppe Di Stefano
      • Kirsten Flagstad
      • Hilde Gueden
      • Flaviano Labo
      • George London
      • Cornell MacNeil
      • Cesare Siepi
      • Giulietta Simionato
      • Renata Tebaldi
  • Publisher Information
    • At the bottom of the page, the publisher's information reads "LONDON RECORDS, INC." and "539 W. 25TH ST. NEW YORK, N.Y."
    • The page number "15" is displayed at the bottom center of the page.

In summary, the image showcases a page from a book highlighting the greatest operatic artists of their time, featuring photographs and names of renowned singers, along with information about London Records.

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The image is an advertisement for London Records, promoting some of the greatest operatic artists of the time. The advertisement highlights that these artists are available on London Records, which is indicated by the "ffrr" and "ffss" labels.

The text at the top reads: "The Greatest Operatic Artists of Our Time are on ffrr LONDON ffss RECORDS."

Below the text, there are black-and-white headshot photographs of fifteen renowned operatic artists, arranged in three rows of five. The artists featured are:

  1. Ettore Bastianini
  2. Carlo Bergonzi
  3. Anita Cerquetti
  4. Fernando Corena
  5. Licia Della Casa
  6. Mario Del Monaco
  7. Giuseppe Di Stefano
  8. Kirsten Flagstad
  9. Hilde Güden
  10. Flaviano Labò
  11. George London
  12. Cornell MacNeil
  13. Cesare Siepi
  14. Giulietta Simionato
  15. Renata Tebaldi

At the bottom of the advertisement, it provides the company information:

"LONDON RECORDS, INC. 539 W. 25th St., New York, N.Y."

The page number "15" is visible at the bottom right corner of the image.