collect.at Antiques and unique Collectibles Gwyneth Jones, great Soprano Autograph, 1978, Wien: "Gwyneth Jones, born in Wales, living near Zurich now, studied in Siena and Zurich.
She made her breakthough in 1964 when she stood in for Leontyn Price ( Il Trovatore, Royal Opera House production ).
But it was her Wagner roles ( Bayreuth Festivals in the late 1960s, early 70s ) which made her that famous. She is a darling in Vienna and this autograph is from 1978 there.
She was made a Dame of the British Empire in 1986."
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Art Nouveau Bronze Plaque: Grandmother's Devotion
collect.at Antiques and unique Collectibles Art Nouveau Plaque: Grandmother's Devotion: "Decorative bronze plaque showing an old lady, praying.
Artist signed: A. Hartig, Wien 1910.
Fine Art Nouveau / Jugendstil object, fine details, decorative wording at top.
1.8 x 2.5 inches. 84 grams. Fine patina, no scratching."
Artist signed: A. Hartig, Wien 1910.
Fine Art Nouveau / Jugendstil object, fine details, decorative wording at top.
1.8 x 2.5 inches. 84 grams. Fine patina, no scratching."
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