Polovetsian Dances Collection

Igor's Campaign. Illustration to The Tale of Igor's Campaign, ca 1928. Private Collection

Igor's Campaign. Illustration to The Tale of Igor's Campaign, ca 1928. Private Collection

Stage design for the opera Prince Igor by A. Borodin. Artist: Roerich, Nicholas
Stage design for the opera Prince Igor by A. Borodin. Private Collection

Costume design for the opera Prince Igor by A, Borodin, 1908
Costume design for the opera Prince Igor by A. Borodin, 1908. Private Collection

Yaroslavnas Lament, 1880. Artist: Perov, Vasili Grigoryevich (1834-1882)
Yaroslavnas Lament, 1880. Private Collection

Market Place. Stage design for the opera Prince Igor by A. Borodin. Artist: Veshchilov
Market Place. Stage design for the opera Prince Igor by A. Borodin. Private Collection

Trizna of Princess Olga 945 (From Illustrated Karamzin), 1836. Artist: Chorikov, Boris Artemyevich (1802-1866)
Trizna of Princess Olga 945 (From Illustrated Karamzin), 1836. Found in the collection of Russian State Library, Moscow

Polovtsian girl. Costume design for the opera Prince Igor by A. Borodin, 1909. From a private collection

Costume design for the opera Prince Igor by A. Borodin, 1900s. Artist: Ponomarev, Evgeni Petrovich (1852-1906)
Costume design for the opera Prince Igor by A. Borodin, 1900s. Found in the collection of the State Museum of Theatre and Music Art, St. Petersburg

The Polovtsian camp. Stage design for the opera Prince Igor by A. Borodin, 1914. Found in the collection of the Museum of Private Collections in A. Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

Trizna (from the Saint Olga series). Artist: Kondratenko, Gavriil Pavlovich (1854-1924)
Trizna (from the Saint Olga series). From a private collection

Stage design for the opera Prince Igor by A. Borodin, 1914. Artist: Korovin, Konstantin Alexeyevich (1861-1939)
Stage design for the opera Prince Igor by A. Borodin, 1914. Found in the collection of the State Museum of Theatre and Music Art, St. Petersburg

The skomorokhs. Costume design for the opera Prince Igor by A. Borodin, 1914. Artist: Roerich, Nicholas (1874-1947)
The skomorokhs. Costume design for the opera Prince Igor by A. Borodin, 1914. Found in the collection of the State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg

Putivl. Stage design for the opera Prince Igor by A. Borodin, 1914. Artist: Roerich, Nicholas (1874-1947)
Putivl. Stage design for the opera Prince Igor by A. Borodin, 1914. From a private collection

Peoples. Costume design for the opera Prince Igor by A. Borodin, 1914. Artist: Roerich, Nicholas (1874-1947)
Peoples. Costume design for the opera Prince Igor by A. Borodin, 1914. Found in the collection of the State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg

The Court of Prince Vladimir Galitsky. Stage design for the opera Prince Igor by A. Borodin, 1914. Found in the collection of the State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg

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"Captivating Polovetsian Dances: A Visual Journey through the Opera Prince Igor" Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of "Prince Igor, " as we explore the captivating Polovetsian dances that have mesmerized audiences for centuries. The stage design by Nicholas Roerich transports us to a majestic realm, where vibrant colors and intricate details bring Borodin's opera to life. Roerich's stage design for Prince Igor showcases an awe-inspiring landscape, evoking the grandeur of ancient Russia. From the bustling Market Place to the mysterious Trizna of Princess Olga, Konstantin Alexandrovich Veshchilov and Boris Artemyevich Chorikov's artistic interpretations transport us back in time. The costumes designed by A. Borodin himself and other talented artists like Konstantin Alexeyevich Korovin and Evgeni Petrovich Ponomarev are a visual feast for the eyes. Each costume captures the essence of characters such as Yaroslavna, with Vasili Grigoryevich Perov's poignant portrayal showcasing her lamentation. As we delve deeper into this operatic masterpiece, we encounter Polovtsian girls adorned in exquisite attire envisioned by Konstantin Alexeyevich Korovin and Konstantin Alexandrovich Korovin's breathtaking depiction of The Polovtsian camp. These designs immerse us in their culture, capturing both their beauty and mystique. Gavriil Pavlovich Kondratenko takes us on a journey through his Trizna series from Saint Olga, offering glimpses into historical events that inspired Borodin's composition. These illustrations add depth to our understanding of this timeless tale. Lastly, Nicholas Roerich presents his interpretation of The Skomorokhs - lively performers who entertain with their music and dance.