Costume Design For Act I Of The Martyrdom Of St. Sebastian
Léon Bakst, a pioneer of theatrical design, created this striking sketch for the character 'The Prefect' in the first act of The Martyrdom of Saint Sebastian. The figure is dressed in a bold, floor-length orange robe adorned with gold floral squares and topped with a whimsical hat featuring a long, curved plume. Handwritten notes on the side specify 'costume très riche' (very rich costume), hinting at the luxurious fabrics intended for the stage. This design showcases the decorative flair of the Art Nouveau era, helping to revolutionize early 20th-century stage aesthetics by prioritizing visual spectacle over historical realism.
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