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Costume Study for "Jeux", 1913. Creator: Leon Bakst. Costume Study for "Jeux", 1913. Creator: Leon Bakst
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Costume Study for "Jeux", 1913. Creator: Leon Bakst. Costume Study for "Jeux", 1913. Creator: Leon Bakst
Costume Study for "Jeux", 1913
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This costume study by Leon Bakst, titled "Costume Study for 'Jeux' ", dates back to the 1910s and offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of early 20th century fashion and art. Bakst, born as Lev Samoilovich Bakst (also known as Leyb Khaim Izrailevich Rosenberg), was a Russian painter, scenic and costume designer, who is best known for his collaborations with Sergei Diaghilev and the Ballets Russes. The study depicts two figures, a man and a woman, dressed in elegant costumes designed for the ballet "Jeux" (or "The Games"), which premiered in 1913. The woman wears a flowing, colorful dress with a high waist and a full skirt, adorned with intricate patterns and a sash tied around her waist. Her hair is styled in a loose bun, and she holds a ball in one hand. The man, on the other hand, is dressed in black breeches, a white shirt, and a vest, with braces holding up his pants. He wears a hat and holds a second ball in his hand. The drawing is executed in black chalk on laid paper, and the attention to detail is remarkable. The figures are depicted with a sense of grace and fluidity, capturing the essence of the ballet's theme of leisure and pastime. The use of color and graphite adds depth and texture to the illustration, making it a true masterpiece of historic fashion and art. This costume study is now part of the permanent collection of the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C., where it continues to inspire and intrigue visitors from around the world. It serves as a reminder of the rich cultural heritage of the arts and the important role that costume design plays in bringing ballet and theatre productions to life.
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