Leon Baskt Collection
Leon Bakst (1866-1924) was a renowned Russian artist known for his exquisite costume designs for the Ballets Russes
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Leon Bakst (1866-1924) was a renowned Russian artist known for his exquisite costume designs for the Ballets Russes. One of his notable creations is the "Nymphe" costume designed for Claude Debussy's ballet "L'apres midi d'un faune" in 1912. This private collection piece showcases Bakst's exceptional talent and attention to detail. Another remarkable work by Bakst is the "Jeune garcon arabe" costume designed for the ballet "Cleopatre" by the Ballets Russes in 1909. This private collection piece reflects Bakst's ability to capture cultural diversity through his artistry. In addition to his costume designs, Bakst also excelled in other artistic mediums such as painting and drawing. His artwork titled "Grande douche (Heavy shower)" depicts a captivating scene with gouache and ink on paper, showcasing his mastery of Art Nouveau style. Bakst's self-portrait, created in 1893 using oil on canvas, reveals a glimpse into the artist's inner world. The State Russian Museum houses this masterpiece alongside other significant works from this period. Furthermore, Bakst contributed to various ballet productions throughout his career. His design for Mily Alexeyevich Balakirev's ballet "Islamey, " displayed at the State Georgian Art Museum, exemplifies his ability to bring music to life through visual representation. One of Bakst's most celebrated works is seen in Michel Fokine's ballet "Le dieu Bleu. " The stunning costume design captures both elegance and mystique within its intricate details. His lithograph designs include costumes for Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov’s ballet “Sheherazade” and Piotr Tchaikovsky’s “Sleeping Beauty. ” These illustrations demonstrate Bakst’s versatility as an artist across different genres. Gioachino Rossini’s ballet “La boutique fantasque” also benefited from Bakst's creative genius.