Nizhinskiy Collection

Stage design for the ballet The Afternoon of a Faun by C. Debussy, 1912. Artist: Bakst, Leon (1866-1924)
Stage design for the ballet The Afternoon of a Faun by C. Debussy, 1912. From a private collection

Vaslav Nijinsky on the Lido, 1909. Found in the Collection of Museum of Modern Art, New York

Vaslav Nijinsky in the Ballet The Afternoon of a Faun by C. Debussy. Artist: Bakst, Leon (1866-1924)
Vaslav Nijinsky in the Ballet The Afternoon of a Faun by C. Debussy. Found in the collection of State Central A. Bakhrushin Theatre Museum, Moscow

Tamara Karsavina and Vaslav Nijinsky in the Ballet Daphnis et Chloé by M. Ravel, 1914
Tamara Karsavina and Vaslav Nijinsky in the Ballet Daphnis et Chloe by M. Ravel, 1914. Private Collection

Tamara Karsavina in the Diaghilev's first Paris "Saison Russe", 1909. Creator: Anonymous
Tamara Karsavina in the Diaghilev's first Paris "Saison Russe", 1909. Private Collection

Vaslav Nijinsky in the Diaghilev's first Paris "Saison Russe", 1909. Creator: Anonymous
Vaslav Nijinsky in the Diaghilev's first Paris "Saison Russe", 1909. Private Collection

Faun (Nijinsky) and five maenads. Scene from the Nijinsky ballet "The Afternoon of a Faun", 1912. Private Collection

Chorus of maenads. Scene from the Nijinsky ballet "The Afternoon of a Faun", 1912. Private Collection

Nijinsky and Maurice Ravel at the piano playing a score from Daphnis and Chloe, 1912. Found in the collection of State Conservatory, St. Petersburg

Tamara Karsavina, Vaslav Nijinsky and Adolph Bolm in the ballet Carnaval by R. Schumann. Private Collection

Anna Pavlova and Vaslav Nijinsky in the ballet Le Pavillon d Armide by Nikolai Tcherepnin, 1907. Private Collection

Ida Rubinstein and Vaslav Nijinsky in the ballet Scheharazade. Artist: Barbier, George (1882-1932)
Ida Rubinstein and Vaslav Nijinsky in the ballet Scheharazade. Private Collection

Danse Siamoise of Vaslav Nijinsky in the Ballet Les Orientales Artist: Druet, Eugene (1868-1917)
Danse Siamoise of Vaslav Nijinsky in the Ballet Les Orientales. Private Collection

La Princesse Enchantee. Costume design for the ballet The Sleeping Princess, 1921. Artist: Bakst, Leon (1866-1924)
La Princesse Enchantee. Costume design for the ballet The Sleeping Princess, 1921. From a private collection

Vaslav Nijinsky and Romola de Pulszky on their wedding day in Buenos Aires on September 10, 1913, 1913. Private Collection

Vaslav Nijinsky in the Ballet Jeux by Claude Debussy. Artist: Gerschel, Charles
Vaslav Nijinsky in the Ballet Jeux by Claude Debussy. Private Collection

Maurice Ravel, Vaslav Nijinsky, Bronislava Nijinska in Paris, 1914. Artist: Anonymous
Maurice Ravel, Vaslav Nijinsky, Bronislava Nijinska in Paris, 1914. Private Collection

Vaslav Nijinsky in the Ballet Jeux by Claude Debussy, 1914. Private Collection

Costume design for Vaslav Nijinsky in the ballet Cleopatra by A. Arensky, 1910. Artist: Bakst, Leon (1866-1924)
Costume design for Vaslav Nijinsky in the ballet Cleopatra by A. Arensky, 1910. Private Collection

Bathers on the Lido, Venice (Serge Diaghilev and Vaslav Nijinsky on the Beach). Artist: Bakst, Leon (1866-1924)
Bathers on the Lido, Venice (Serge Diaghilev and Vaslav Nijinsky on the Beach). Private Collection

Vaslav Nijinsky. Costume design for the Ballet Blue God by R. Hahn, 1912. Artist: Bakst, Leon (1866-1924)
Vaslav Nijinsky. Costume design for the Ballet Blue God by R. Hahn, 1912. From a private collection

Costume design for Vaslav Nijinsky in the Ballet Blue God by R. Hahn, 1912. Artist: Bakst, Leon (1866-1924)
Costume design for Vaslav Nijinsky in the Ballet Blue God by R. Hahn, 1912. From a private collection

Nymph. Costume design for the ballet The Afternoon of a Faun by C. Debussy, 1912. Artist: Bakst, Leon (1866-1924)
Nymph. Costume design for the ballet The Afternoon of a Faun by C. Debussy, 1912. From a private collection

Nijinsky and Karsavina in the ballet Le Spectre de la Rose, 1911. Artist: Bakst, Leon (1866-1924)
Nijinsky and Karsavina in the ballet Le Spectre de la Rose, 1911. From a private collection

Stage design for the ballet Les Orientales, c. 1910. Private Collection

Vaslav Nijinsky in the Ballet Le Spectre de la Rose, 1911
Vaslav Nijinsky in the Ballet Le Spectre de la Rose

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"Nijinskiy: The Iconic Dancer Who Transformed Ballet Forever" Step into the mesmerizing world of Vaslav Nijinsky, a legendary figure who revolutionized the art of ballet. With his extraordinary talent and innovative approach, he left an indelible mark on the dance world that continues to inspire generations. In 1912, Nijinsky collaborated with composer Claude Debussy and artist Leon Bakst to create a groundbreaking stage design for "The Afternoon of a Faun. " This avant-garde masterpiece challenged traditional norms and transported audiences into a dreamlike realm. Captured in 1909 on the picturesque Lido beach, we see Nijinsky's ethereal presence as he effortlessly embodies grace and strength. His every movement seems to defy gravity, captivating all who witness his artistry. Nijinsky's collaboration with Maurice Ravel is immortalized in an enchanting moment where they sit at the piano playing a score from "Daphnis and Chloe" in 1912. Their synergy creates harmonies that resonate deep within our souls. In another breathtaking ballet called "Carnaval, " Nijinsky dances alongside Tamara Karsavina and Adolph Bolm. Together, they weave intricate tales through their movements, evoking emotions that stir hearts long after the final curtain falls. An exquisite portrayal by Karl August Fischer captures Nijinsky alongside Anna Pavlova in "Le Pavillon d'Armide" in 1907. Their chemistry ignites passion on stage as they transport audiences into realms of love and longing. Witnessing Nijinsky perform the mesmerizing "Danse Siamoise" from "Les Orientales, " choreographed by Eugene Druet, leaves spectators spellbound. His athleticism combined with artistic expression takes us on an unforgettable journey through time and culture. Leon Bakst's costume design for "The Sleeping Princess" showcases Nijinsky's regal presence in "La Princesse Enchantee.