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Faun (Nijinsky) and five maenads. Scene from the Nijinsky ballet "The Afternoon of a Faun", 1912. Creator: De Meyer, Baron Adolphe Edward Sigismund (1868-1946). Faun (Nijinsky) and five maenads
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Faun (Nijinsky) and five maenads. Scene from the Nijinsky ballet "The Afternoon of a Faun", 1912. Creator: De Meyer, Baron Adolphe Edward Sigismund (1868-1946). Faun (Nijinsky) and five maenads
Faun (Nijinsky) and five maenads. Scene from the Nijinsky ballet "The Afternoon of a Faun", 1912. Private Collection
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This photograph captures a pivotal moment from the groundbreaking ballet "The Afternoon of a Faun," choreographed by the legendary Russian dancer Vaslav Nijinsky for Sergei Diaghilev's Ballets Russes in 1912. The image, created by the renowned Belgian photographer Baron Adolphe-Edouard-Sigismund de Meyer, depicts Nijinsky as the Faun, a mythological creature, in an intimate encounter with five Maenads, or woodland nymphs. The scene is set against a backdrop of lush greenery, evoking the sensual and mystical atmosphere of Debussy's music that accompanied the production. Nijinsky's interpretation of the Faun broke away from traditional ballet conventions, emphasizing natural movement and expressive gestures. In this photograph, Nijinsky's Faun is shown in a moment of contemplation, seemingly lost in thought as he interacts with the Maenads. Their seductive and playful expressions convey the allure and enchantment that draws the Faun into their world. Baron de Meyer's masterful use of silver gelatin photography captures the essence of this scene, with the contrasting textures of the dancers' costumes and the natural environment creating a visually stunning composition. This photograph is a testament to the innovative and boundary-pushing spirit of the Ballets Russes and the enduring influence of Nijinsky's groundbreaking choreography.
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