Costume design for The Princess Aurora, from Sleeping Beauty, 1921

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Leon Samoilovitch Bakst's Costume design for The Princess Aurora, from Sleeping Beauty, 192, is an integral work of costume artistry from the early 20th century. As the chief designer for Sergei Diaghilev's Ballets Russes, Bakst was renowned for his innovative and visually striking costume designs which sought to encapsulate the essence of the character, the narrative, and the spectacle of ballet performances.

Bakst's design for Princess Aurora is characterized by its intricate detail and layered symbolism. The dress features a vibrant palette with pastel hues of pinks and blues, symbolizing the femininity and innocence of Princess Aurora. The intricate embroidery and lacework are reflections of the character’s royal status, while the soft fabrics used would have allowed for fluidity and grace in movement, crucial for the ballet performance.

The costume's aesthetic is influenced by a juxtaposition of early 1920s fashion and traditional Russian folk dress, showcasing Bakst's unique ability to blend various styles. His design is marked by a dropped waistline and loose, flowing materials - indicative of the 'flapper' style of the 1920s. However, the use of intricate patterns, detailed beadwork, and the kokoshnik-shaped headdress are all features that draw heavily from traditional Russian costume.

Importantly, Bakst’s choice of warm and bright colors contrasted the prior traditional, darker Victorian styles, introducing elements that would become characteristic of Bakst's designed Ballets Russes costumes that aimed to create a visual spectacle synonymous with the storytelling of ballet.

Cumulatively, Bakst's costume design for Princess Aurora remains a critical piece among his portfolio, exemplifying his innovative approach to costume design for theatrical performances and his influential role in fashioning the visual aesthetic of Ballet Russes.

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