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Curtain design for Nikolai Rimski-Korsakovs ballet Sheherezade, 1910
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Curtain design for Nikolai Rimski-Korsakovs ballet Sheherezade, 1910
BAL269931 Curtain design for Nikolai Rimski-Korsakovs ballet Sheherezade, 1910 (w/c & gouache on paper) by Serov, Valentin Aleksandrovich (1865-1911); 68x87 cm; Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow, Russia; (add.info.: Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov (1844-1908); based on the book One Thousand and One Nights ; ); Russian, out of copyright
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This print showcases the exquisite curtain design created by Valentin Aleksandrovich Serov for Nikolai Rimski-Korsakov's ballet Sheherezade in 1910. The artwork, measuring 68x87 cm, is currently housed at the prestigious Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow, Russia. Serov's watercolor and gouache masterpiece transports viewers into a world of enchantment and fantasy. Inspired by the timeless tales from One Thousand and One Nights, this stunning piece captures the essence of Persian culture with its rich colors and intricate details. The curtain design depicts a mesmerizing scene featuring a majestic Persian queen surrounded by an awe-inspiring landscape. In the background, an army stands guard near a magnificent fortress, adding to the sense of grandeur and legend that permeates throughout. As part of the Peredvizhniki group - renowned for their realistic portrayals - Serov masterfully combines realism with theatricality in this work. The result is a visually striking composition that effortlessly draws viewers into the magical realm of Sheherezade's stories. With every brushstroke, Serov brings to life Rimski-Korsakov's iconic ballet production on paper. This extraordinary print serves as both a testament to Serov's artistic genius and as an invitation for audiences to immerse themselves in one of history's most beloved tales.
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