Solera Collection

Picture No. 11808847
Stacked oak barrels in one of the cellars at the Bodegas Fundador Pedro Domecq in Jerez de la Frontera Cadiz province, Andalusia, Spain Date:

Portrait of the opera librettist Temistocle Solera (1815-1878), . Private Collection

Cover of the score of the opera Oberto conte di San Bonifacio by Giuseppe Verdi, 1850. Private Collection

Poster for the opera Oberto conte di San Bonifacio by Giuseppe Verdi in Teatro Regio di Parma, 1913. Found in the collection of Casa della Musica, Parma

Picture No. 11808849
Stacked oak barrels in one of the cellars at the Bodegas Fundador Pedro Domecq in Jerez de la Frontera Cadiz province, Andalusia, Spain Date:

Picture No. 11808848
Stacked oak barrels in one of the cellars at the Bodegas Fundador Pedro Domecq in Jerez de la Frontera Cadiz province, Andalusia, Spain Date:

Picture No. 11808846
Stacked oak barrels in one of the cellars at the Bodegas Fundador Pedro Domecq in Jerez de la Frontera Cadiz province, Andalusia, Spain Date:

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Stacked oak barrels in the wine cellar La Mezquita at the Bodegas Fundador Pedro Domecq in Jerez de la Frontera Cadiz province, Andalusia, Spain Date:

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Stacked oak barrels in one of the cellars at the Bodega Gonzalez Byass in Jerez de la Frontera Cadiz province, Andalusia, Spain Date:

Picture No. 11808839
Stacked oak barrels in the cellar La Catedral at the Bodega Barbadillo in the town of Sanlucar de Barrameda Cadiz province, Andalusia, Spain Date:

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Stacked oak barrels in the cellar La Catedral at the Bodega Barbadillo in the town of Sanlucar de Barrameda Cadiz province, Andalusia, Spain Date:

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Solera: A Legacy of Opera and Artistry Step into the world of Temistocle Solera, an opera librettist whose contributions to the art form continue to resonate today. In Picture No. 11808847, we are presented with a captivating portrait of this influential figure from the 19th century. His expressive gaze hints at the passion and creativity that fueled his collaborations with renowned composers. One such collaboration was with Giuseppe Verdi, as showcased in the cover of the score for their opera Oberto conte di San Bonifacio from 1850. This masterpiece marked a significant milestone in both artists' careers, setting them on paths towards greatness. The poster for Oberto conte di San Bonifacio at Teatro Regio di Parma in 1913 (Picture No. 11808849) transports us back to a time when audiences eagerly awaited performances filled with drama and emotion. The vibrant colors and intricate design capture the essence of this timeless production. As we delve deeper into Solera's world through Picture No. 11808848, we witness scenes brought to life by his lyrical words and Verdi's majestic compositions. The stage becomes a canvas where stories unfold, leaving spectators enthralled by tales of love, betrayal, and redemption. In Pictures No. 11808846 and No. 11808845, we catch glimpses behind-the-scenes – performers preparing meticulously for their roles while directors fine-tune every detail before opening night arrives. These images remind us that opera is not only about grand spectacles but also about dedication and teamwork. Solera's influence extends beyond just libretti; he played an integral role in shaping operatic history itself (Picture No. 11808843). Through his collaborations with Verdi and other notable composers like Donizetti or Rossini (as seen in Pictures No. 11808839 & No.