L on Bakst L on Bakst 1866 1924 Dancer with Scarf watercolor on paper 1910
Offered by: Avant-Garde Gallery by Pierre Bosche
11 Rue de Miromesnil Paris 75008 , France Call Seller 123

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Léon Bakst (1866-1924) Dancer with Scarf, watercolor on paper, 1910

Creator: Léon Bakst
Offered by: Avant-Garde Gallery by Pierre Bosche

$ 36,846
  • Description
    Dimensions : 39 x 61,5 cm à vue (cadre : 54 x 76 x 2 cm)

    Aquarelle on paper depicting a dancer with a long, flared skirt adorned with botanical patterns, an asymmetrical top revealing the midriff, and accessories embellished with floral and geometric motifs. This work illustrates Léon Bakst's avant-garde influence and mystical elegance.

    A Russian painter and decorator, Bakst revolutionized scenography in the early 20th century with his creations for Diaghilev's Ballets Russes, such as "Shéhérazade" and "L'Après-midi d'un faune". By the 1910s, Bakst's style had taken hold in Paris, London, Monte Carlo, and New York. As Jean Cocteau wrote: “The triumph of Léon Bakst swept away our stages and replaced the gray dust with a new dust, dust of gold and vivid colors.”

    His influence continues to be felt in the world of high fashion and continues to inspire creators such as Yves Saint Laurent, Christian Lacroix, John Galliano for Dior, and Karl Lagerfeld for Chloé. For Bakst, fashion and Art walk hand in hand.

    Signed in the lower right corner.

    The condition of the watercolor is good, though it has a few small holes, minor stains, and some restorations.
  • More Information
    Documentation: Signed
    Notes: In the right down corner.
    Origin: France
    Period: 1900-1919
    Materials: Aquarelle
    Condition: Good. Cleaning, backing with Japanese paper, minor restoration to the face, flattening
    Creation Date: 1910
    Styles / Movements: Other
    Dealer Reference #: 349
    Incollect Reference #: 750036
  • Dimensions
    W. 21.26 in; H. 29.92 in; D. 0.79 in;
    W. 54 cm; H. 76 cm; D. 2 cm;
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