Claude Debussy Collection

The Faun (Nijinsky), costume design for the Ballets Russes, 1912. Artist: Leon Bakst
The Faun (Nijinsky), costume design for the Ballets Russes, 1912. Design for Nijinskys costume in Debussys ballet l apres-midi d un faune (The Afternoon of a Faun)

Claude Debussy (1862-1918), French composer. Artist: Nadar
Claude Debussy (1862-1918), French composer. A print from Les Musiciens Celebres, Lucien Mazenod, Paris, 1948. (Colorised black and white print)

The belgian poet Maurice Maeterlinck, c.1935 (b/w photo)
3434007 The belgian poet Maurice Maeterlinck, c.1935 (b/w photo) by Manuel, Henri (1874-1947); (add.info.: Litterature. Coll. Part. Literature. The belgian poet Maurice Maeterlinck)

Marie-Blanche Vasnier, friend and muse of French Composer Claude Debussy
3586287 Marie-Blanche Vasnier, friend and muse of French Composer Claude Debussy; (add.info.: Marie-Blanche Vasnier, friend and muse of French Composer Claude Debussy)

Page of musical manuscript by Claude Debussy, 19th century (manuscript)
CH15828 Page of musical manuscript by Claude Debussy, 19th century (manuscript); Private Collection; Photo © Christie's Images

Poster for the prèmiere of the opera "Pelléas et Mélisande" by Claude Debussy and Maurice... 1902
Poster for the premiere of the opera "Pelleas et Melisande" by Claude Debussy and Maurice Maeterlinck at the Theatre de l'Opera-, 1902. Private Collection

Claude Debussy, French composer (1862-1918) (b / w photo)
814117 Claude Debussy, French composer (1862-1918) (b/w photo) by Manuel, Henri (1874-1947); Private Collection; (add.info.: Claude Debussy, French composer (1862-1918)

Portraits of Composers: Debussy (litho)
5990198 Portraits of Composers: Debussy (litho) by Ross, Gordon (1872-1946); Private Collection; (add.info.: Debussy. Illustration for Living Biographies of Great Composers by Henry Thomas)

Claude Debussy (b / w photo)
CHT437866 Claude Debussy (b/w photo) by Manuel, Henri (1874-1947); Private Collection; (add.info.: Claude Debussy (1862-1918) French composer; ); © Archives Charmet

Achille-Claude Debussy, from Living Biographies of Great Composers
3961025 Achille-Claude Debussy, from Living Biographies of Great Composers by Ross, Gordon (1872-1946); (add.info.: Achille-Claude Debussy, 1862-1918. French composer)

(Achille) Claude Debussy (1862-1919)
864652 (Achille) Claude Debussy (1862-1919) by Nadar (Gaspard Felix Tournachon) (1820-1910); (add.info.: (Achille) Claude Debussy (1862-1919) French composer

Costume designs for Le Martyre de Saint Sebastien
CHT437879 Costume designs for Le Martyre de Saint Sebastien, a dramatic work commissioned by Ida Rubinstein with libretto by Gabriele d Annunzio, music by Claude Debussy

Act II, Scene 3 of Pelleas et Melisande by Debussy
CHT437868 Act II, Scene 3 of Pelleas et Melisande by Debussy, from a photograph of the first production in April, 1902 of the opera at the Opera-Comique in Paris, illustration in Theatre magazine

Act I, Scene 3 of Pelleas et Melisande by Debussy
CHT437871 Act I, Scene 3 of Pelleas et Melisande by Debussy, from a photograph of the first production in April, 1902 of the opera at the Opera-Comique in Paris, illustration in Theatre magazine

Act I, Scene 1 of Pelleas et Melisande by Debussy
CHT437870 Act I, Scene 1 of Pelleas et Melisande by Debussy, from a photograph of the first production in April, 1902 of the opera at the Opera-Comique in Paris, illustration in Theatre magazine

Claude Achille Debussy (1862-1918) at his Piano
WEI50607 Claude Achille Debussy (1862-1918) at his Piano by Blanche, Jacques-Emile (1861-1942); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

The Grand Hotel, Eastbourne (b / w photo)
3094897 The Grand Hotel, Eastbourne (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Grand Hotel, Eastbourne)

Act IV, Scene 2 of Pelleas et Melisande by Debussy
CHT437867 Act IV, Scene 2 of Pelleas et Melisande by Debussy, from a photograph of the first production in April, 1902 of the opera at the Opera-Comique in Paris, illustration in Theatre magazine

Portrait of Igor Stravinsky and Claude Debussy at the time of the Diaghilev Ballets
487766 Portrait of Igor Stravinsky and Claude Debussy at the time of the Diaghilev Ballets Jeux and The Rite of Spring, Paris, 1912-13 (gelatin silver print with applied hand work) by Satie

Claude Debussy, French composer (1862-1918) (b / w photo)
814122 Claude Debussy, French composer (1862-1918) (b/w photo) by Blanche, Jacques-Emile (1861-1942) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Claude Debussy, French composer (1862-1918)

Claude Debussy, French composer (1862-1918) (b / w photo)
814119 Claude Debussy, French composer (1862-1918) (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Claude Debussy)

Orpheus [obverse], c. 1893. Creator: Marie-Alexandre-Lucien Coudray
Orpheus [obverse], c. 1893

Claude Debussy. Artist: Baschet, Marcel Andre (1862-1941)
Claude Debussy. Found in the collection of Musee d Orsay, Paris

Portrait of the composer Claude Debussy (1862-1918), c. 1911. Private Collection

Portrait of the composer Claude Debussy (1862-1918), 1879. Private Collection

Cover Design by Andre Helle for Histoire d une Boite a Joujoux, 1926, (1929). Artist: Andre Helle
Cover Design by Andre Helle for Histoire d une Boite a Joujoux, 1926. A childrens book which came after a collaboration on a ballet between Andre Helle (1871-1945) and Claude Debussy (1862-1918)

Claude Debussy (1862-1918) French composer, 1911
Achille-Claude Debussy (1862-1918) was a French composer who was one of the prominent figures associated with the Impressionist music movement

Von Meck Trio. Wladyslaw Pachulski (standing) with Pyotr Danilchenko and Claude Debussy (seated), 1882
Von Meck Trio. Wladyslaw Pachulski (standing) with Pyotr Danilchenko and Claude Debussy (seated)

Claude Debussy, French composer, 1909. Artist: Nadar
Claude Debussy, French composer, 1909. Debussy (1862-1918) is regarded as one of the foremost French composers. From a private collection

Two Heralds, ballet costume design, 1911. Artist: Leon Bakst
Two Heralds, ballet costume design, 1911. Design for the performance of Debussys Le Martyre de St Sebastien (The Torment of St Sebastian) at Pariss Chatelet Theatre

Ephebe, costume design for a Ballets Russes production of Tcherepnins Narcisse, 1911. Artist: Leon Bakst
Ephebe (adolescent), costume design for a Ballets Russes production of Tcherepnins Narcisse, 1911. Published in L Art Decoratif de Leon Bakst. (Paris, 1913). From a private collection

Decor for Debussys ballet L Apres-midi d un faune (The Afternoon of a Faun), 1912. Artist: Leon Bakst
Decor for Debussys ballet L Apres-midi d un faune (The Afternoon of a Faun), 1912. Published in L Art Decoratif de Leon Bakst. (Paris, 1913). From a private collection

Ida Rubinstein in the ballet Le Martyre de Saint Sebastien, 1911-1912
Ida Rubinstein in the ballet Le Martyre de Saint Sebastien

Madame Arthur Fontaine Marie Escudier born 1865
Artokoloro

France, Saint-Germain-en-Laye, Claude Debussy and family at their Luzancy house
France - 19th century - Claude Debussy en famille with the Chaussons at their Luzancy house, 1893

France, Saint-Germain-en-Laye, Period photography of Claude Debussy and his daughter Chouchou
France - 20th century - Claude Debussy and daughter Chouchou near Arcachon, 1915. Period photograph

France, Saint-Germain-en-Laye, Photography of Claude Achille Debussy
Claude Achille Debussy (Saint-Germain-en-Laye, 1862 - Paris, 1918), French composer and pianist in Paul Dukas library at Eragny after " Pelleas" premiere, May 11, 1902

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Claude Debussy, the renowned French composer and pianist, left an indelible mark on the world of music. Born in 1862 in Saint-Germain-en-Laye, Debussy's innovative compositions revolutionized classical music and paved the way for modernism. Debussy's artistic genius extended beyond his musical works. He collaborated with prominent artists of his time, such as Leon Bakst, to create stunning costume designs for the Ballets Russes production of "The Faun" in 1912. These intricate costumes added a visual dimension to Debussy's ethereal melodies. In addition to his collaborations, Debussy himself was captured through various mediums by talented photographers and illustrators. One notable portrait by Nadar showcases the composer's enigmatic persona, capturing his essence as he gazes into the distance. One of Debussy's most celebrated operas is "Pelleas et Melisande, " which premiered at Opera-Comique in Paris in April 1902. A photograph from this historic production reveals a scene from Act IV, Scene 4 - "The Death of Pelleas. " This haunting image encapsulates the emotional depth present throughout Debussy's masterpiece. Throughout his life, Claude Debussy remained dedicated to pushing boundaries and challenging traditional norms within music composition. His contributions earned him a place among history's greatest composers. As we reflect upon Claude Debussy’s legacy today, we are reminded not only of his groundbreaking compositions but also of his ability to inspire collaboration across different art forms. From costume design to photography and illustration – each medium captures a glimpse into the complex world that shaped this visionary musician.