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*The Russian Seasons in Paris: Sketches of the Scenery and Costumes, 1908-1929. by Dance/Theatre/Ballet |
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| The Russian Seasons in Paris: Sketches of the Scenery and Costumes, 1908-1929. M.N. Pozharskaya. Published by Iskusstvo Art Publishers, Moscow -1988. Language: Russian and English. Content: Lavishly illustrated reproductions of Scenery and Costume designs by prominent Artists including Picasso, Leon Bakst, M. Larionov, Georges Braque, and Natalia Goncharova, Matisse, among others. The book is known for its extensive color and black-and-white plates. Heavy Hardcover book, size 13x16x1.25 inches, weights over 10 lbs .Condition: Very Good. First edition. Translated from the Russian by V. S. Friedman. Oblong Folio in slipcase. Over 291 pages, 300 illustrations. Ribbon bookmark. Sewn binding is very good. Slipcase with light edge worn. Parallel text: Russian & English. Appendices include: List of Abbreviations and Bibliographic References, List of Operas and Ballets, Annotated List of Artists & List of Illustrations. This book reproduces the costumes and Set designs for Sergei Diaghilevs Ballets Russe and the Ballets Russe di Monte Carlo. |