Tamara Karsavina (1885-1978) in Fokine's 'Thamar' in 1912

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Tamara Karsavina (1885-1978) was a renowned Russian ballerina, celebrated for her pivotal role in the early 20th-century ballet scene. She was a principal artist with the Imperial Russian Ballet and later with the Ballets Russes, where she became a muse for many leading choreographers and composers of the time. One of her notable performances was in Michel Fokine's ballet "Thamar," which premiered in 1912.

"Thamar" was a ballet inspired by the poem "The Demon" by Mikhail Lermontov, and it featured a score by the composer Mily Balakirev. The ballet tells the story of Queen Thamar, a legendary Georgian queen known for her beauty and ruthlessness. In the narrative, Thamar seduces travelers, only to have them killed. Karsavina's portrayal of Thamar was a testament to her dramatic prowess and technical skill, capturing the complex character of the seductive yet deadly queen.

Georges Barbier, a prominent French illustrator and designer, created a series of illustrations in 1912 that depicted Karsavina in her role as Thamar. Barbier's work is known for its elegance and attention to detail, and his illustrations of Karsavina are no exception. They capture the opulence and exoticism of the ballet's setting, as well as the grace and intensity of Karsavina's performance. These illustrations have since become iconic representations of early 20th-century ballet and the collaboration between visual and performing arts during this period.

Karsavina's performance in "Thamar" is remembered as one of the highlights of her illustrious career. Her ability to embody the character's dual nature—both alluring and menacing—demonstrated her versatility as a dancer and her deep understanding of the dramatic potential of ballet. This role, along with many others, solidified her legacy as one of the greatest ballerinas of her time.

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