Bayreuth Collection

WAGNER: DAS RHEINGOLD. The Rhinemaidens guarding their gold in the opening scene of Richard Wagners Das Rheingold. Line engraving from a German newspaper of 1876 following the first complete

Bayreuth 1951
A minimalist production at the Buhnenfestspiele, Bayreuth 1951 - Brunnhilde confronts Wotan in the middle of nowhere

Frank Castorfs Der Ring des Nibelungen in Bayreuth, 2013. Found in the Collection of Richard Wagner Museum, Bayreuth

Amalie Materna (1844-1918) as Brunnhilde in Opera Der Ring des Nibelungen by R. Wagner, 1876. Private Collection

Gotterdammerung Bayreuth
Act two : stage performance at Bayreuth

Act 2 at Bayreuth 1908
Act two - as performed at Bayreuth in 1908

The exterior of the Bayreuth Festspielhaus
3586360 The exterior of the Bayreuth Festspielhaus; (add.info.: Illustration depicting the exterior of the Bayreuth Festspielhaus, an opera house in Bayreuth, Germany)

The interior of the Bayreuth Festspielhaus
3586358 The interior of the Bayreuth Festspielhaus; (add.info.: Illustration depicting the interior of the Bayreuth Festspielhaus, an opera house in Bayreuth, Germany)

The interior of the Bayreuth Festspielhaus
3586359 The interior of the Bayreuth Festspielhaus; (add.info.: Illustration depicting the interior of the Bayreuth Festspielhaus, an opera house in Bayreuth, Germany)

The Bayreuth Theatre, vintage postcard
6365906 The Bayreuth Theatre, vintage postcard; Museo Civico Bibliografico Musicale, Bologna, Italy; Ghigo Roli.

Richard Wagner (1813-1883)
3499730 Richard Wagner (1813-1883); (add.info.: Richard Wagner (1813-1883). German composer. Wagner in the Theater of Bayreuth, testing the piano the prologue of 'The Rhine Gold'

The exterior of the Bayreuth Festspielhaus
3586361 The exterior of the Bayreuth Festspielhaus; (add.info.: Illustration depicting the exterior of the Bayreuth Festspielhaus, an opera house in Bayreuth, Germany)

The interior of the Bayreuth Festspielhaus
3586354 The interior of the Bayreuth Festspielhaus; (add.info.: Illustration depicting the interior of the Bayreuth Festspielhaus, an opera house in Bayreuth, Germany)

The interior of the Bayreuth Festspielhaus
3586353 The interior of the Bayreuth Festspielhaus; (add.info.: Illustration depicting the interior of the Bayreuth Festspielhaus, an opera house in Bayreuth, Germany)

The interior of the Bayreuth Festspielhaus
3586355 The interior of the Bayreuth Festspielhaus; (add.info.: Illustration depicting the interior of the Bayreuth Festspielhaus, an opera house in Bayreuth, Germany)

The death mask of Richard Wagner, 1883. Found in the Collection of Richard Wagner Museum, Bayreuth

Valhalla on fire. Stage design for the opera Twilight of the Gods by Richard Wagner, 1896. Found in the Collection of Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Central pavilion of the New Hermitage Palace, Bayreuth, Upper Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

Margrave fountain at the New Palace, Residenzplatz, Bayreuth, Upper Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

Old castle with Maximilian monument and castle tower, Bayreuth, Upper Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

Haus Wahnfried (Richard Wagner Museum), Bayreuth, Upper Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

Interior of the Margravial Opera House, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Bayreuth, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

ACT 3 AT BAYREUTH 1938
Act three - as performed at Bayreuth in 1938 Date: 1938

ACT 2 AT BAYREUTH 1938
Act two - as performed at Bayreuth in 1938 Date: 1938

The Wagner Festival at Bayreuth: the Death of Siegrfried (litho)
3627026 The Wagner Festival at Bayreuth: the Death of Siegrfried (litho) by Hendrich, Hermann (1854-1931) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Wagner Festival at Bayreuth)

Bayreuth, Wagnertheater (b / w photo)
5214142 Bayreuth, Wagnertheater (b/w photo) by German Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bayreuth, Wagnertheater)

Bayreuth, Eremitage, Obere Grotte, Sonnentempel (b / w photo)
5214141 Bayreuth, Eremitage, Obere Grotte, Sonnentempel (b/w photo) by German Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bayreuth, Eremitage, Obere Grotte, Sonnentempel)

The Wagner Festival at Bayreuth, Exterior of the Theatre (engraving)
1053759 The Wagner Festival at Bayreuth, Exterior of the Theatre (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Wagner Festival at Bayreuth)

Wagner theatre, Bayreuth (b / w photo)
3091491 Wagner theatre, Bayreuth (b/w photo) by German Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wagner theatre, Bayreuth)

Bayreuth, Totalansicht (b / w photo)
5214140 Bayreuth, Totalansicht (b/w photo) by German Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bayreuth, Totalansicht)

Interior of the Wagner Theatre at Bayreuth (engraving)
665271 Interior of the Wagner Theatre at Bayreuth (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Interior of the Wagner Theatre at Bayreuth)

Al Siegfried (colour litho)
2798267 Al Siegfried (colour litho) by Italian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: At the Siegfried. Illustration for Courier Sunday, 14 January 1900.); © Look and Learn

The Wagner Festival (engraving)
1616043 The Wagner Festival (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Wagner Festival)

Exterior of the Wagner Theatre at Bayreuth (engraving)
665272 Exterior of the Wagner Theatre at Bayreuth (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Exterior of the Wagner Theatre at Bayreuth)

Wagners Theatre at Bayreuth (engraving)
1616046 Wagners Theatre at Bayreuth (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wagners Theatre at Bayreuth)

Sketches of Bayreuth (engraving)
1591840 Sketches of Bayreuth (engraving) by Paget, Walter (1863-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches of Bayreuth. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 22 August 1891)

The Wagner Theatre at Bayreuth (engraving)
1616042 The Wagner Theatre at Bayreuth (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Wagner Theatre at Bayreuth)

Wagners Villa, Bayreuth (b / w photo)
3091493 Wagners Villa, Bayreuth (b/w photo) by German Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wagners Villa, Bayreuth)

Siegfried Wagner (1869 - 1930) Son of Richard Wagner at Bayreuth in 1892

Gunnar Graarud as Parsifal at Bayreuth Date: first performed 1882

RICHARD WAGNER German composers villa, Wahnfried, at Bayreuth, seen from the front Date: 1813 - 1883

Richard Wagner (1813 - 1883) German composers villa, Wahnfried, at Bayreuth, seen from the garden

SIEGFRIED WAGNER / TOSCANI
SIEGFRIED WAGNER Son of Richard Wagner, director of Bayreuth - seen here with ARTURO TOSCANINI (left), Italian conductor Date: 1869 - 1930

LEVI / HERMANN / BAYREUTH
HERMANN LEVI German conductor with Dr Hans RICHTER and Felix MOTTL. The figure just out of shot is Cosima Wagner. Date: 1839 - 1900

The favourite sister of Frederick the Great, (1936). Creator: Unknown
The favourite sister of Frederick the Great, (1936). Die Lieblingsschwester Friedrichs Des Grossen. Portrait of Friederike Sophie Wilhelmine of Prussia (1709-1758)

Wilhelmine, Margravine of Bayreuth, (c1928). Creator: Unknown
Wilhelmine, Margravine of Bayreuth, (c1928). Portrait of Princess Wilhelmine of Prussia (1709-1758), Margravine of Brandenburg-Bayreuth

The Temple of the Holy Grail. Set design for opera Parsifal by Richard Wagner, 1882. Found in the Collection of Richard Wagner Museum, Bayreuth

Portrait of the composer Richard Wagner (the last picture taken from life), 1883. Found in the Collection of Richard Wagner Museum, Bayreuth

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Bayreuth, a city steeped in rich cultural history and known worldwide for its connection to the legendary composer Richard Wagner. The year was 1951 when Bayreuth once again became the epicenter of operatic brilliance. Amalie Materna, a renowned soprano from 1844-1918, graced the stage as Brunnhilde in Wagner's iconic opera "Der Ring des Nibelungen" first performed in 1876. The grandeur continued with unforgettable performances like "Gotterdammerung, " captivating audiences during Act 2 at Bayreuth in 1908. The following years witnessed more spellbinding acts that left spectators awestruck - Act 3 at Bayreuth in 1938 and Act 2 at it also in the same year. Amidst these mesmerizing performances, one cannot overlook the profound influence of Richard Wagner himself. His death mask from 1883 serves as a haunting reminder of his genius and enduring legacy. Beyond its musical heritage, Bayreuth boasts architectural marvels that add to its allure. The central pavilion of the New Hermitage Palace stands proudly, showcasing Bavarian splendor amidst Upper Franconia's picturesque landscapes. Nearby lies the Margrave fountain at the New Palace on Residenzplatz – an enchanting sight that transports visitors back through time. As one wanders through this historic cityscape, they encounter sights such as the Old Castle with its majestic Maximilian monument and castle tower – remnants of bygone eras echoing tales untold. Haus Wahnfried stands as a testament to Richard Wagner's life and works; it now houses the esteemed Richard Wagner Museum where enthusiasts can delve deeper into his artistic journey. Lastly, we must mention one event that has become synonymous with Bayreuth – The Wagner Festival.