Nijinsky Collection

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

Nijinsky, Karsavina
He sweeps Karsavina off her feet during the Oiseau de feu (the Firebird) during the Saison Russe at the Chatelet Theatre, Paris

BALLET: RITE OF SPRING. A soloist from the first English production of Igor Stravinsky s
BALLET: RITE OF SPRING. A soloist from the first English production of Igor Stravinskys ballet The Rite of Spring, choreographed by Vaslav Nijinsky, 1913

Vaslav Nijinsky / Tennis
VASLAV NIJINSKY Russian ballet dancer and choreographer, seen here in his tennis outfit for Jeux

VASLAV NIJINSKY (1890-1950). Russian ballet dancer and choreographer. Dancing in Les Orientales, c1911

The Faun (Nijinsky), costume design for the Ballets Russes, 1912. Artist: Leon Bakst
The Faun (Nijinsky), costume design for the Ballets Russes, 1912. Design for Nijinskys costume in Debussys ballet l apres-midi d un faune (The Afternoon of a Faun)

Vaslav Nijinsky on the Lido, 1909. Found in the Collection of Museum of Modern Art, New York

Vaslav Nijinsky / Clown
VASLAV NIJINSKY Russian ballet dancer and choreographer, seen here in the role of Petrushka Date: 1890 - 1950

Ballet Petrouschka. Vaslav Nijinsky
Ballet Petrouschka, music by Igor Stravinsky (1911). Illustration by Georges Lepape with the dancer Vaslav Nijinsky. Art Deco. Drawing

Costume design by Leon Bakst (1866-1924) Russian theatre and ballet designer, for Iskander (Vaslav Nijinsky) in The Peri, music by Paul Dukas, 1912. Watercolour and gouache on paper

Poster of Ballets Russes in a scene of Claude
" Poster of " Ballets Russes" in a scene of Claude Debussys " Jeux". It shows the dancers: Ludmilla Schollar, Vaslav Nijinsky and Tamara Karsavina. FRANCE. Paris

Vaslav Nijinsky / Jeux 3
VASLAV NIJINSKY Russian ballet dancer and choreographer with Schollar and Karsavina in Debussys Jeux during the 8th season of the Ballets Russes Date: 1890 - 1950

(The Morning After of a Faun) Le Lendemain d un Faune (or, What an Afternoon ) - The Great success of the new ballet L Apres-Midi d un Faune in which the faun, failing to abduct the nymph herself

Vaslav Nijinsky in the Ballet The Afternoon of a Faun by C. Debussy. Artist: Bakst, Leon (1866-1924)
Vaslav Nijinsky in the Ballet The Afternoon of a Faun by C. Debussy. Found in the collection of State Central A. Bakhrushin Theatre Museum, Moscow

Nijinskys Faun Costume in L Apres Midi d un Faune
CHT171825 Nijinskys Faun Costume in L Apres Midi d un Faune by Claude Debussy (1862-1918) from the front cover of the programme for the 7th season of the Ballets Russes, 1912 (colour litho) by Bakst

Vaslav Nijinsky / Blue God
VASLAV NIJINSKY Russian ballet dancer and choreographer in a Bakst costume for the Ballets Russes production of Le Dieu Bleu

VASLAV NIJINSKY (1890-1950). Russian dancer and choreographer, dancing the title role in " Petrouchka", c1911

Nijinsky / Le Dieu Bleu
LE DIEU BLEU Costume design for Nijinsky in the role of Le Dieu Bleu

Tamara Karsavina and Vaslav Nijinsky in the Ballet Daphnis et Chloé by M. Ravel, 1914
Tamara Karsavina and Vaslav Nijinsky in the Ballet Daphnis et Chloe by M. Ravel, 1914. Private Collection

Tamara Karsavina in the Diaghilev's first Paris "Saison Russe", 1909. Creator: Anonymous
Tamara Karsavina in the Diaghilev's first Paris "Saison Russe", 1909. Private Collection

Vaslav Nijinsky in the Diaghilev's first Paris "Saison Russe", 1909. Creator: Anonymous
Vaslav Nijinsky in the Diaghilev's first Paris "Saison Russe", 1909. Private Collection

Faun (Nijinsky) and five maenads. Scene from the Nijinsky ballet "The Afternoon of a Faun", 1912. Private Collection

Chorus of maenads. Scene from the Nijinsky ballet "The Afternoon of a Faun", 1912. Private Collection

Nijinsky and Maurice Ravel at the piano playing a score from Daphnis and Chloe, 1912. Found in the collection of State Conservatory, St. Petersburg

Tamara Karsavina, Vaslav Nijinsky and Adolph Bolm in the ballet Carnaval by R. Schumann. Private Collection

Anna Pavlova and Vaslav Nijinsky in the ballet Le Pavillon d Armide by Nikolai Tcherepnin, 1907. Private Collection

Ida Rubinstein and Vaslav Nijinsky in the ballet Scheharazade. Artist: Barbier, George (1882-1932)
Ida Rubinstein and Vaslav Nijinsky in the ballet Scheharazade. Private Collection

Danse Siamoise of Vaslav Nijinsky in the Ballet Les Orientales Artist: Druet, Eugene (1868-1917)
Danse Siamoise of Vaslav Nijinsky in the Ballet Les Orientales. Private Collection

La Princesse Enchantee. Costume design for the ballet The Sleeping Princess, 1921. Artist: Bakst, Leon (1866-1924)
La Princesse Enchantee. Costume design for the ballet The Sleeping Princess, 1921. From a private collection

Vaslav Nijinsky, Russian ballet dancer, in L Apres-midi d un Faune, 1912. Nijinsky (1889-1950) also choreographed the ballet

Le Dieu Bleu ( The Blue God ), ballet costume design, 1911. Artist: Leon Bakst
Le Dieu Bleu ( The Blue God ), ballet costume design, 1911. Costume Design for Nijinsky in a Ballets Russes production of Le Dieu Bleu, story by Jean Cocteau and Frederigo de Madrazo

Vaslav Nijinsky in the Ballet Le Spectre de la Rose, 1911
Vaslav Nijinsky in the Ballet Le Spectre de la Rose

Nijinsky in Narcisse, 1911 (ink and gouache on paper)
1195906 Nijinsky in Narcisse, 1911 (ink and gouache on paper) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); 25x15.3 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

Vaslav Nijinsky and Ida Rubinstein in Scheherazade, 1913 (pochoir)
2561229 Vaslav Nijinsky and Ida Rubinstein in Scheherazade, 1913 (pochoir) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Russian Dancers, (silvered, gilt and gold painted bronze and ivory statuette, mott)
985579 Russian Dancers, (silvered, gilt and gold painted bronze and ivory statuette, mott) by Chiparus, Dimitri (1886-1947); 59.6 (height) cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Russian Dancers)

Nijinski, danseur russe (coloured photo)
975195 Nijinski, danseur russe (coloured photo) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nijinski, danseur russe)

Vaslav Nijinsky in Danse Orientale, 1910 (oil on canvas)
659002 Vaslav Nijinsky in Danse Orientale, 1910 (oil on canvas) by Blanche, Jacques-Emile (1861-1942); 219.7x120 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Vaslav Nijinsky in Danse Orientale)

A portrait of Nijinsky, 1914
A portrait of the dancer Nijinsky, 1914 Date: 1914

Vaslav Nijinsky and Tamara Karsavina
Vaslav Nijinsky (1889 - 1950) and Tamara Karsavina (1885 - 1978) in Le Spectre de la rose. Date: 1911

Nijinsky in Les Orientales, 1912 (oil on canvas)
824394 Nijinsky in Les Orientales, 1912 (oil on canvas) by Blanche, Jacques-Emile (1861-1942); 81x65 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Nijinsky in Les Orientales. Jacques Emile Blanche (1861-1942)

[Nijinsky in Danse siamoise from the Orientales ], 1910
[Nijinsky in " Danse siamoise" from the " Orientales" ], 1910

Vaslav Nijinsky - Blue God
VASLAV NIJINSKY Russian ballet dancer and choreographer in a Bakst costume for the Ballets Russes production of Le Dieu Bleu Date: 1890 - 1950

Vaslav Nijinsky and Romola de Pulszky on their wedding day in Buenos Aires on September 10, 1913, 1913. Private Collection

Vaslav Nijinsky in the Ballet Jeux by Claude Debussy. Artist: Gerschel, Charles
Vaslav Nijinsky in the Ballet Jeux by Claude Debussy. Private Collection

Maurice Ravel, Vaslav Nijinsky, Bronislava Nijinska in Paris, 1914. Artist: Anonymous
Maurice Ravel, Vaslav Nijinsky, Bronislava Nijinska in Paris, 1914. Private Collection

Vaslav Nijinsky in the Ballet Jeux by Claude Debussy, 1914. Private Collection

Costume design for Vaslav Nijinsky in the ballet Cleopatra by A. Arensky, 1910. Artist: Bakst, Leon (1866-1924)
Costume design for Vaslav Nijinsky in the ballet Cleopatra by A. Arensky, 1910. Private Collection

Bathers on the Lido, Venice (Serge Diaghilev and Vaslav Nijinsky on the Beach). Artist: Bakst, Leon (1866-1924)
Bathers on the Lido, Venice (Serge Diaghilev and Vaslav Nijinsky on the Beach). Private Collection

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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.