Nijinsky Collection (page 2)

Vaslav Nijinsky. Costume design for the Ballet Blue God by R. Hahn, 1912. Artist: Bakst, Leon (1866-1924)
Vaslav Nijinsky. Costume design for the Ballet Blue God by R. Hahn, 1912. From a private collection

Costume design for Vaslav Nijinsky in the Ballet Blue God by R. Hahn, 1912. Artist: Bakst, Leon (1866-1924)
Costume design for Vaslav Nijinsky in the Ballet Blue God by R. Hahn, 1912. From a private collection

Nymph. Costume design for the ballet The Afternoon of a Faun by C. Debussy, 1912. Artist: Bakst, Leon (1866-1924)
Nymph. Costume design for the ballet The Afternoon of a Faun by C. Debussy, 1912. From a private collection

Nijinsky and Karsavina in the ballet Le Spectre de la Rose, 1911. Artist: Bakst, Leon (1866-1924)
Nijinsky and Karsavina in the ballet Le Spectre de la Rose, 1911. From a private collection

Stage design for the ballet Les Orientales, c. 1910. Private Collection

Vaslav Nijinsky, Russian ballet dancer, 1909. Nijinsky (1890-1950) performing in the ballet Le Pavillon d Armide, by Nikolai Tcherepnin

Vaslav Nijinsky, Russian dancer (1888-1950). 1913

Vaslav Nijinsky. Le Pavillon d Armide
Ballets Russes. The dancer Vaslav Nijinsky in the ballet Le Pavillon d Armide, with choreography by Mikhail Fokin and music by Nikolai Tcherepine (1911)

Vaslav Nijinsky and. Tamara Karsavina
Ballets Russes. Ballet Le Spectre de la Rose, music by Carl Maria von Weber and choreography by Mikhail Fokin. On stage, the performers of the premiere

Anna Pavlova and. Vaslav Nijinsky
Ballets Russes. Anna Pavlova and Vaslav Nijinsky (1909)

Australian Ballet Nijinsky Rehearsal
Performers take part in the final dress rehearsal of the Australian Ballets performance of Nijinsky at the Opera House in Sydney

L Apres Midi d un Faune, costume design for Nijinsky (1890-1950)
XIR10053 L Apres Midi d un Faune, costume design for Nijinsky (1890-1950) from l Art Decoratif de Leon Bakst by Arsene Alexandre (1859-1937) and Jean Cocteau (1889-1963) 1912 (gouache on paper)

Kyra Nijinsky by Madame Yevonde
Kyra Nijinsky, daughter of the famous Russian ballet dancer at the time she was appearing in Streamline a dance revue show at the Palace Theatre in London. Date: 1934

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

Nijinsky in Carnaval
With Tamara Karsavina in Schumanns Carnaval, presented at the Paris Opera Date: 1912

WASLAW NIJINSKY (1890-1950). Russian dancer. Dancing in Pavillon d Armide. Drawing by Frank Havilland, 1913

Maurice Ravel (right) with Nijinsky at the piano on the stand of which is the score of Daphnis and Chloe, 1912
RAVEL AND NIJINSKY, 1912. Maurice Ravel (right) with Nijinsky at the piano on the stand of which is the score of " Daphnis and Chloe, " 1912

Natalia goncharova, Portrait of Bronislava Nijinsky, Watercolour and ink on paper

Beethoven, Ludwig, Van. German

The Gavotte. Rural Party
BAKST, L on (1866-1924). Sherezade. Nijinsky as the sultan for the performance of the ballet Sherezade. Oil on canvas

Bronislava Nijinska
BRONISLAVA FOMINITSHNA NIJINSKA Russian ballet dancer, choreographer and teacher; Vaslav Nijinskys sister Date: 1891 - 1972

Nijinsky, by Orazi
The star of stars of Les Ballets Russes

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"Nijinsky: The Revolutionary Ballet Icon" Vaslav Nijinsky, a Russian ballet dancer and choreographer, left an indelible mark on the world of dance. With his extraordinary talent and innovative approach, he transformed the art form forever. In 1912, Nijinsky captivated audiences with his mesmerizing performance in "The Afternoon of a Faun" by C. Debussy. The stage design by Leon Bakst transported viewers into a dreamlike realm where fantasy merged with reality. Nijinsky's versatility knew no bounds as he effortlessly transitioned from classical ballet to exotic oriental dances in "Les Orientales. " His grace and precision were unparalleled, captivating audiences worldwide. Not only did Nijinsky excel on stage, but he also had other passions outside of dance. He was an avid tennis player who found solace in the sport's competitive nature and physicality. This multifaceted artist constantly sought new challenges to push his boundaries further. Collaborating closely with fellow dancer Karsavina, Nijinsky brought forth groundbreaking productions like "Rite of Spring, " which premiered in England under his direction. Stravinsky's powerful music combined with Nijinsky's innovative choreography created an explosive masterpiece that challenged traditional notions of ballet. Nijinsky's artistic genius extended beyond dancing; he even dabbled in clowning during performances such as "Petrouschka. " His ability to embody different characters showcased his immense range as a performer. One cannot discuss Nijinsky without mentioning his iconic portrayal of the faun in "The Afternoon of a Faun. " Leon Bakst's costume design perfectly captured the mythical creature within him while highlighting Njinksy's ethereal beauty and sensuality on stage. Throughout his career, Njinksy collaborated extensively with Ballets Russes, leaving an enduring legacy that revolutionized ballet forever. Claude inspired many artists through their poster, showcasing the company's innovative and avant-garde spirit.