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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Drawings, watercolours and pastels
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