Costume design for a character in 'The Legend of Joseph', 1914

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"The Legend of Joseph" is a ballet in two scenes that was choreographed by Michel Fokine to music by Richard Strauss. The ballet premiered on May 14, 1914, at the Paris Opera. One of the most notable aspects of this production was the costume design by Léon Bakst, a Russian painter and scene and costume designer who was a member of the Sergei Diaghilev circle and the Ballets Russes.

Léon Samoilovitch Bakst (1866–1924) was renowned for his innovative and opulent costume designs, which played a significant role in the transformation of ballet and stage aesthetics in the early 20th century. His work for "The Legend of Joseph" is particularly notable for its rich colors, intricate patterns, and the way it harmoniously integrated with the overall visual and thematic elements of the production.

Bakst's costume design for the character of Joseph in "The Legend of Joseph" is emblematic of his approach to theatrical design. It reflects his interest in historical accuracy blended with a modernist sensibility. The costumes were designed to enhance the narrative of the ballet, which is based on the biblical story of Joseph, whose brothers sell him into slavery in Egypt, where he eventually rises to become a powerful figure.

The costume for Joseph, as designed by Bakst, would have likely featured vibrant colors and luxurious fabrics, with a keen attention to the silhouette and movement to allow for the expression of the choreography. Bakst's designs often included exotic and orientalist elements, which were popular in the art and design of the period, and "The Legend of Joseph" provided an apt canvas for such influences.

Bakst's work on "The Legend of Joseph" contributed to the visual lexicon of costume design in the performing arts and remains a significant example of the fusion of art, fashion, and performance. His designs for the ballet are remembered for their visual impact and the way they encapsulated the spirit of the Ballets Russes, which sought to create a total work of art, combining music, dance, and visual design into a unified whole.

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