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Leon Bakst

Leon Bakst (Russian: Лев Самойлович Бакст) was a prominent Russian painter and stage designer, celebrated for his innovative contributions to the world of art and theater. Born in the late 19th century, Bakst became a central figure in the cultural renaissance that swept through Russia and Europe, leaving an indelible mark on the visual and performing arts.

Bakst's work is distinguished by its rich use of color, intricate patterns, and imaginative compositions, which brought to life the exotic and often fantastical themes of the ballets and operas for which he designed. His association with the Ballets Russes, a groundbreaking ballet company that performed across Europe and America, solidified his reputation as a visionary artist. The costumes and sets he created for productions like "The Firebird" and "Scheherazade" were celebrated for their creativity and exoticism, influencing not only the world of theater but also fashion and interior design.

His art extends beyond the stage, with paintings and illustrations that capture the same vibrancy and innovation found in his theatrical work. Museums and galleries around the world, including the State Russian Museum in St. Petersburg and the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, house his works, allowing art lovers to experience the magic of Bakst's creations.

For collectors and experts in art and antiques, Leon Bakst's work offers a unique glimpse into a transformative period of cultural history, where the boundaries of art and performance were reimagined. His legacy continues to inspire and captivate, making his pieces highly sought after in the art world.

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Date and place of birt:27 january 1866, Grodno, Russian Empire
Date and place of death:27 december 1924, Rueil-Malmaison, France
Nationality:Byelorussia, Russia, France, Russian Empire
Period of activity: XIX, XX century
Specialization:Artist, Designer, Illustrator, Painter, Scenographer
Art school / group:Mir iskusstva, Union of Russian Artists
Genre:Mythological painting, Portrait
Art style:Art Nouveau, Modern art, Orientalism

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Jazep Mikhailovich Gorid (1896 - 1939)
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Boris Abramovich Zaborov (1935 - 2021)
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Mikhas Sevruk (1905 - 1979)
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Osip Markovich Lubitch (1896 - 1990)
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Il'ya L'vovich Tabenkin (1914 - 1988)
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Grigory Yefimovich Gluckmann (1898 - 1973)
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Boris Vsevolodovich Ignatovich (1899 - 1976)
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Zair Isaakovich Azgur (1908 - 1995)
Zair Isaakovich Azgur
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Jean-Baptiste Roby (1821 - 1910)
Jean-Baptiste Roby
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Alexander Diomidovich Dashkevich (1912 - 1984)
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Anton Pevzner (1884 - 1962)
Anton Pevzner
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Efim Semyonovich Minin (1897 - 1937)
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Helena Skirmunt (1827 - 1874)
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Illarion Nikolaevich Pleschinsky (1892 - 1961)
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Alexander Petrovich Mozolev (1910 - 1970)
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Candido Portinari (1903 - 1962)
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Jens Sørensen (1887 - 1953)
Jens Sørensen
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Sigrid Hjertén (1885 - 1948)
Sigrid Hjertén
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Franz Danksin (1894 - 1973)
Franz Danksin
1894 - 1973
Ivar Axel Arosenius (1878 - 1909)
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1878 - 1909
Henri Dabadie (1867 - 1949)
Henri Dabadie
1867 - 1949
 Arif Pasha (1807 - 1865)
Arif Pasha
1807 - 1865
William Russell Flint (1880 - 1969)
William Russell Flint
1880 - 1969
T. Lux Feininger (1910 - 2011)
T. Lux Feininger
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Christian Arnold (1889 - 1960)
Christian Arnold
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František Drtikol (1883 - 1961)
František Drtikol
1883 - 1961
Frances Hodgkins (1869 - 1947)
Frances Hodgkins
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Anita Catarina Malfatti (1889 - 1964)
Anita Catarina Malfatti
1889 - 1964
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe (1886 - 1969)
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Christian Rohlfs (1849 - 1938)
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