The artwork is titled “Nijinsky’s Faun Costume in ‘L’Apres Midi d’un Faune’ by Claude Debussy from the front cover of the programme for the 7th season of the ‘Ballets Russes'” and was created by the artist Leon Bakst in 1912. Rendered through lithography, this artwork is representative of the Art Nouveau (Modern) movement and aligns with the genre of design.
The artwork depicts a costume design for the faun character, capturing an intricate interplay of color and form that is characteristic of the Art Nouveau aesthetic. The figure appears dynamic and fluid, accentuated by swirling blue and green patterns that adorn the background and parts of the costume. The use of bold, stylized shapes along with the fluid, organic lines embodies the essence of the Art Nouveau movement, while the choice of colors and the composition evoke a sense of movement and grace, perfectly suited for the ballet production it was intended for.
