Ida Rubinstein by Léon Bakst

Ida Rubinstein 

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This is a costume design by Léon Bakst for the Russian ballerina Ida Rubinstein, who would have performed in the role of St. Sebastian in a ballet of the same name. The design features a female figure, bound with ropes and arrows, symbolizing the story of St. Sebastian's martyrdom. The figure's posture conveys pain and suffering, while the intricate details of the binding and arrows highlight the drama and theatricality of the subject matter. This drawing exemplifies Bakst's distinctive style, characterized by its use of bold lines, graphic forms and striking contrasts, which would become highly influential in the world of art and fashion.

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