Lot no. 48
LÉON BAKST (1866-1924) Costume sketch of 'La diseuse de bonne aventure gitane' for 'Le Cœur de la Marquise' of 1902 signed 'Bakst' (lower right) watercolour and ink on paper 29.2 х 22.2 cm This lot is one of Bakst's earliest known theatrical sketches: thanks to Diaghilev, Bakst made his debut in the performing arts in St Petersburg, more specifically in ballet, including 'Le Coeur de la Marquise' in 1902. LÉON BAKST (1866-1924) Costume design for Gypsy Fortune Teller for 'Le Coeur de la Marquise' in 1902 signed 'Bakst' (lower right) watercolor and ink on paper 29.2 х 22.2 cm This lot is one of Bakst's earliest known theatrical sketches: thanks to Diaghilev, Bakst made his debut in the performing arts in St Petersburg, more specifically in ballet, including 'Le Cœur de la Marquise' in 1902
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