Costume design for the Princess' Page, from Sleeping Beauty, 1921
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Leon Samoilovitch Bakst's Costume design for the Princess' Page, from Sleeping Beauty, 1921 into your home with a handmade oil painting reproduction. Carefully recreated on canvas by skilled artists using traditional techniques, this piece captures the delicate brushwork, subtle light, and vibrant color of the original masterpiece. With museum-level quality and rich texture, it brings elegance and artistic depth to any space. Enjoy free shipping and make this masterpiece a part of your personal collection.
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Original Description
Leon Bakst's 1921 costume design for the Princess' Page from Sleeping Beauty epitomizes the lavish theatricality of the Ballets Russes era. Executed in Bakst's signature style, the work bursts with vibrant colors and intricate patterns, blending Art Nouveau elegance with Orientalist influences. The page's costume features a dazzling array of jewel-toned fabrics, ornate embroidery, and dramatic silhouettes, capturing the fairy-tale opulence of the ballet's royal court. Bakst, renowned for revolutionizing stage design, infused his creations with a bold chromatic intensity and rhythmic movement that transcended traditional theatre aesthetics. This piece exemplifies his genius for translating narrative into wearable art, solidifying his legacy as a pioneer of early 20th-century scenography. Historically, it represents the golden age of Diaghilev's Ballets Russes, where costume became an equal storytelling partner to dance and music.
For contemporary spaces, this design’s rich hues and theatrical flair lend themselves beautifully to eclectic interiors. Frame the artwork in a gilded baroque-style frame to complement its royal subject matter, and hang it in a study or dining room where its details can shine. The emerald greens, ruby reds, and sapphire blues in the costume would pair exquisitely with velvet upholstery or jewel-toned accent walls. Opt for a medium-to-large display size (around 24x36 inches) to balance visibility without overwhelming the space. For offices, it injects creative energy—style adjacent furniture with clean, modern lines to offset the design’s ornamentation, or layer it among sketches by other Ballets Russes artists for a curated gallery wall. The key is to let Bakst’s chromatic drama anchor the room while keeping other elements subdued to avoid visual competition.
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Lead Time & Shipping
When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.
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Return & Refund
We believe in the quality of our hand-painted oil painting reproductions, and your satisfaction is our priority. If for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we offer a 45-day return policy. You can return your artwork within 45 days of receipt and receive a full refund. Please note that the artwork must be returned in the original packaging and in the same condition as it was received.
