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Costume design by Leon Bakst (1866-1924) Russian theatre and ballet designer, for Iskander (Vaslav Nijinsky) in The Peri, music by Paul Dukas, 1912. Watercolour and gouache on paper

Costume design by Leon Bakst (1866-1924) for Carabosse, the wicked fairy godmother in The Sleeping Beauty
542947 Costume design by Leon Bakst (1866-1924) for Carabosse, the wicked fairy godmother in The Sleeping Beauty. Music by Tchaikovsky. Choreography by Marius Petipa

Decor design by Leon Bakst (1866-1924) Russian theatre and ballet designer, for L apres midi d un faune, music by Claude Debussy, Choreography by Michel Fokine and Vaslav Nijinsky

Design by Leon Bakst (1866-1924) Russian theatre and ballet designer, for Nijinsky in L apres midi d un faune, music by Claude Debussy. Produced in 1912 by Sergei Diaghilevs Ballets Russes

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Russian male dancer costume n. d Graphite tracing paper
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Russian female costume n. d Graphite tracing paper
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Leon Bakst (1866-1924) Russian painter scane and costume designer. Stage design of for a production of Cleopatra by the Russian composer Anton Arenski. Watercolour and gouache on paper, 1909

Costume design by Leon Bakst (1866-1924) for Carabosse, the wicked fairy godmother in The Sleeping Beauty. Music by Tchaikovsky. Choreography by Marius Petipa

Scenery design by Leon Bakst (1866-1924) Scheherazade produced in 1910 by Sergei Diaghilevs Ballets Russes. Music by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, choreography by Michel Fokine

Decoreative motif by Leon Bakst (1866-1924) for the third scene of Daphnis and Chloe : the lovers with their flocks. Music by Maurice Ravel. Choreography by Michel Fokine

Set design by Leon Bakst (1866-1924) Russian theatre and ballet designer, for the second scene of the ballet Daphnis and Chloe music by Maurice Ravel. Choreography by Michel Fokine

Costume design by Leon Bakst (1866-1924) 1912, for Helen (Ida Rubinstein) in the verse-play Helene de Sparte by Emile Verhaeren, music by Deodat de Severac

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"Leon Bakst (1866-1924): A Visionary Artist of the Russian Theatre and Ballet" Step into the enchanting world of Leon Bakst, a renowned Russian theatre and ballet designer whose creative genius left an indelible mark on the stage. From his exquisite costume designs to mesmerizing scenery, Bakst's artistic prowess captivated audiences during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. One of his notable creations was for "St Sebastian, " a Christian martyr and Roman soldier executed under Emperor Diocletian. With meticulous attention to detail, Bakst crafted a striking costume that portrayed both strength and vulnerability, reflecting the essence of this historical figure. In another masterpiece, he designed Carabosse's wicked fairy godmother costume for Tchaikovsky's iconic ballet "The Sleeping Beauty. " Collaborating with choreographer Marius Petipa and producer Sergei Diaghilev's Ballets Russes in 1921, Bakst brought this malevolent character to life through intricate details and rich colors. Bakst's talent extended beyond gender-specific costumes as well. His graphite tracing paper sketches showcased stunning Russian male and female dancer costumes. Each design exuded elegance, gracefulness, and cultural authenticity—a testament to his ability to capture the spirit of traditional Russian attire. Not limited to costumes alone, Bakst also excelled in stage design. He created breathtaking backdrops for productions like Scheherazade in 1910—an opulent visual feast that transported viewers into Arabian Nights tales—and Daphnis and Chloe’s third scene with its captivating decorative motifs. His legacy lives on through these timeless works of art—testimonies to his unmatched creativity within the realm of theatre design. As we admire these masterpieces today, let us celebrate Leon Bakst (1866-1924), a visionary artist who forever changed our perception of beauty on stage.