LOTTE LEHMANN 78 RPM MOZART Marriage of Figaro / D'ALBERT Die Toten Augen Parlophone P.O. 158 Opera Soprano
Artist: Lotte Lehmann (Soprano) with Orchestra
Record Label: Parlophone Odeon Series (Maroon/Gold Label - Made in England)
Catalog Number: P.O. 158
Matrix / Take Number (if visible): Be 10388 / Be 10389 (Matrix numbers consistent with Odeon's electric recording era)
Songs (Both sung in German):
A-Side: Die toten Augen - "Psyche wandelt durch Säulenhallen" (From D'Albert's opera)
B-Side: The Marriage of Figaro - "O Why so long delay" (Act 4) (Mozart)
Approx. Year: Mid-1920s
Genre: Classical Vocal / German Opera / Lieder
Lotte Lehmann was one of the 20th century's preeminent dramatic sopranos, renowned for her passionate and sensitive interpretations of German opera, especially the works of Mozart, Wagner, and Richard Strauss. This record is a prime example of her versatile mid-career work, featuring both a popular Mozart aria and a piece from a German opera rarity.
Record Grade (Visual): VG (Very Good)
| Feature | Description |
| Notes | The shellac is glossy with light surface scuffs and scattered minor superficial scratches across both sides. The record displays well. |
| Labels | The Parlophone Odeon Series labels are clean, bright, and fully legible. |
| CRITICAL FLAW | No chips or cracks are visible on the edge. |
IMPORTANT: This record has not been tested for playability. It is sold strictly VISUALLY GRADED and is UNTESTED. Due to the vintage nature and lack of testing equipment, this item is sold AS-IS.
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