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Vaslav Nijinsky and. Tamara Karsavina
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Vaslav Nijinsky and. Tamara Karsavina
Ballets Russes. Ballet Le Spectre de la Rose, music by Carl Maria von Weber and choreography by Mikhail Fokin. On stage, the performers of the premiere, Vaslav Nijinsky (standing) and Tamara Karsavina (1911)
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This photograph captures the essence of the iconic ballet performance, "Le Spectre de la Rose" by the Ballets Russes, featuring the exceptional talents of Vaslav Nijinsky and Tamara Karsavina. The image, taken during the premiere in 1911, showcases the duo in an intimate, interior scene as they bring Mikhail Fokin's choreography to life. The music for this ballet was composed by Carl Maria von Weber. Nijinsky, standing tall and masculine in the foreground, gazes intently at Karsavina, who gracefully floats in the background, her feminine form enveloped in the ethereal atmosphere of the scene. The photograph, taken in an upright, vertical orientation, emphasizes the dynamic interplay between the two performers and the depth of the stage. Both Nijinsky and Karsavina were pivotal figures in the Ballets Russes, a groundbreaking dance company founded by Sergei Diaghilev in 1909. Their collaboration on "Le Spectre de la Rose" marked a significant moment in the history of ballet, showcasing their unparalleled artistry and innovation. The photograph, taken between 1890 and 1950, is a testament to the enduring legacy of these two legendary performers and their contributions to the world of dance. It invites us to step inside the world of the ballet and experience the magic of their performance, frozen in time.
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