Violetta Collection

Christine Nilsson / Cdv
CHRISTINA NILSSON Swedish opera singer as Violetta in Verdis La Traviata

A performance of La Traviata by Giuseppe Verdi
3586246 A performance of La Traviata by Giuseppe Verdi; (add.info.: Photograph taken during a performance of La Traviata by Giuseppe Verdi (1813-1901) an Italian composer

TRAVIATA - LIEBIG - 6
Act three, final scene : Violetta dies, and even Alfredo's father is filled with remorse... Date: first performed 1853

Adelina Patti, Traviata, 1860-69. Creator: Camille Silvy
Adelina Patti, Traviata, 1860-69. [Italian opera singer Adelina Patti as Violetta in " La traviata" by Giuseppe Verdi]. Albumen print

Rodolphe Throws His Winnings at Violettas Feet (chromolitho)
735651 Rodolphe Throws His Winnings at Violettas Feet (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rodolphe Throws His Winnings at Violettas Feet)

Rodolphe Is Chastised By His Father (chromolitho)
735652 Rodolphe Is Chastised By His Father (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rodolphe Is Chastised By His Father)

Scene from La Traviata at Her Majestys Theatre, 1856 (engraving)
1266361 Scene from La Traviata at Her Majestys Theatre, 1856 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 31 May 1856)

Rodolphe Declares His Love for Violetta (chromolitho)
735648 Rodolphe Declares His Love for Violetta (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rodolphe Declares His Love for Violetta)

Rodolphes Father Asks if He has Forgotten His Family (chromolitho)
735650 Rodolphes Father Asks if He has Forgotten His Family (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rodolphes Father Asks if He has Forgotten His Family)

Verdis La Traviata (chromolitho)
735914 Verdis La Traviata (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Verdis La Traviata)

Rodolphe Asks For Forgiveness From Violetta Who Is Dying (chromolitho)
735653 Rodolphe Asks For Forgiveness From Violetta Who Is Dying (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Rodolphes Father Convinces Violetta to Leave His Son (chromolitho)
735649 Rodolphes Father Convinces Violetta to Leave His Son (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rodolphes Father Convinces Violetta to Leave His Son)

Viola Flowers, Bavaria, Germany

Weikersheim Castle with garden, Weikersheim, Baden Wurttemberg, Germany

Mexican Woven Basket Seller - Mexico City Date: circa 1910s

Gaby Deslys in Vera Violetta
Gaby Deslys (1884 - 1920), French actress, music hall artiste and sometime lover of King Manuel II of Portugal, pictured in 1912 when she was appearing in Vera Violetta at the Winter Garden Theatre

The Classic Marble Lavatory (Wash Basin) Suite
The Classic Marble Lavatory (Wash Basin / sink) Suite in Breche Violetta Rose Aurore Date: circa 1920s

Music cover, The Piccolomini Waltz, from Verdis opera La Traviata, as performed at Almacks and the Court Balls. Marietta Piccolomini (1834-1899)

Elsie Dean Violetta Cinderella Actresses Celebrities series
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CHRISTINE NILSSON (1843-1921). Swedish soprano. Possibly as Violetta in La Traviata, 19th century

Madame Nordica (Lilian Norton) (1857-1914) American soprano. Studied the role of Violetta (La Traviata) under Verdi. From 1888 she appeared with Augustus Harriss Italian Opera Company

Plum (Prunus domestica) Violetta, close-up of ripe fruit, growing in orchard, Norfolk, England, August

Plum (Prunus domestica) Violetta, close-up of fruit, growing in orchard, Norfolk, England, august

Traviata - Liebig
Act one : Alfredo meets Violetta at her party, and is immediately captivated

Traviata - Liebig - 3
Act two, scene eight : Alfredos father, Georgio Germont, tries in vain to console him for the loss of Violetta who has nobly renounced him

Traviata - Liebig - 2
Act two, scene five : Alfredos father, Georgio Germont, visits Violetta and tells her she is ruining his son and also his daughters marriage prospects

Traviata - Liebig - 1
Act one, scene three : Alfredo and Violetta meet

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"Violetta: The Tragic Tale of Love and Sacrifice" Step into the enchanting world of "Violetta, " a timeless opera that has captivated audiences for generations. Inspired by the real-life Swedish soprano Christine Nilsson, who famously portrayed the character in Giuseppe Verdi's masterpiece "La Traviata, " this captivating story unfolds with passion and drama. Intriguingly captured in a CDV photograph, we catch a glimpse of Adelina Patti, another renowned soprano from the late 19th century, embodying Violetta's essence. Camille Silvy's artistry immortalizes her portrayal, showcasing her talent and beauty. Through vibrant chromolithographs, we witness pivotal moments in Violetta's life. Rodolphe throws his winnings at her feet as an extravagant gesture of love and devotion. Yet, he is chastised by his father for pursuing such a scandalous relationship. An engraving transports us back to Her Majesty's Theatre in 1856 when La Traviata first graced the stage. The audience was spellbound as they watched Violetta's tragic journey unfold before their eyes. Rodolphe declares his undying love for Violetta through yet another striking chromolithograph. Their passionate connection is undeniable but overshadowed by societal expectations and familial obligations. As tragedy strikes, Rodolphe seeks forgiveness from a dying Violetta while pleading with her not to leave him alone. These emotional scenes tug at our heartstrings as we witness their profound bond tested to its limits. Rodolphe's father intervenes persuasively through vivid chromolithography to convince Violetta that leaving his son is the only way forward – sacrificing their love for what society deems acceptable. Amidst these artistic depictions lies an intriguing contrast - a Mexican woven basket seller bustling through Mexico City streets. A reminder that even amidst grand operatic tales like "Violetta, " life continues to unfold in its vibrant and diverse tapestry.