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Stage Design for Tales of Hoffmann by Offenbach, 1915 (w / c & ink on paper)
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Stage Design for Tales of Hoffmann by Offenbach, 1915 (w / c & ink on paper)
BAL240129 Stage Design for Tales of Hoffmann by Offenbach, 1915 (w/c & ink on paper) by Sudeikin, Sergei Yurevich (1882-1946); 47.5x67.8 cm; State Central A.A. Bakhrushin Theatre Museum, Moscow, Russia; (add.info.: Jacques Offenbach (1819-90); The Tales of Hoffmann (French: Les contes d Hoffmann) is an opera fantastique by Jacques Offenbach. The French libretto was written by Jules Barbier, based on three short stories by E. T. A. Hoffmann. Hoffmann is the protagonist in the opera. Venice. The act opens with the barcarolle " Belle nuit, o nuit d amour - Beautiful night, oh night of love". Hoffmann falls in love with the courtesan Giulietta and thinks she returns his affections )
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This print showcases the exquisite stage design for Jacques Offenbach's opera "Tales of Hoffmann" in 1915. Created by Sergei Yurevich Sudeikin, this watercolor and ink masterpiece measures 47.5x67.8 cm and is housed at the State Central A. A. Bakhrushin Theatre Museum in Moscow, Russia. The opera itself is an enchanting tale based on three short stories by E. T. A. Hoffmann, with a French libretto written by Jules Barbier. The protagonist, Hoffmann, takes center stage as he falls deeply in love with the courtesan Giulietta during their time in Venice. As the act opens, we are transported to a mesmerizing scene set against a backdrop of sunset and sunrise over the Venetian canals. The extravagance of carnival masks and jesters adds an air of mystery and intrigue to this elaborate festival setting. Every detail has been meticulously crafted - from the ornate chandelier hanging above to the vibrant Venetian masks adorning each character's face. Sudeikin's painting skillfully captures the essence of Italy's rich cultural heritage while immersing us into this European union of artistry. This remarkable print allows us to appreciate not only Sudeikin's talent but also his ability to bring Offenbach's operatic vision to life through visual storytelling. It serves as a testament to the enduring power of theater and its ability to transport audiences into fantastical worlds beyond imagination.
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