Prokofiev Collection

Cinderella ballet, Ugly Sisters trying to dance
The Ugly Sisters try to follow their dancing master while Cinderella stands disconsolately by the fire. A scene from a ballet version of Cinderella, based on French and Spanish fairytales

Sergei Prokofiev, Dmitri Shostakovich and Aram Khachaturian, Russian composers, 1945. Prokofiev (1891-1953), Shostakovich (1906-1975) and Khachaturian (1903-1978)

Sergei Prokofiev
Portrait of Sergei Prokofiev (1891 - 1953), Ukrainian born pianist, conductor, and composer, on occasion of the first performance in England of Romeo and Juliet, in The Illustrated London News

War and Peace
Final scene from the performance of Sergei Prokofievs opera " War and Peace", based on Leo Tolstoys novel. Opera Theatre in Kiroy

Prokofiev - Photo 1
SERGEI SERGEYEVICH PROKOFIEV Russian musician

Portrait of the composer Sergei Prokofiev (1891-1953), 1934. Artist: Vysheslavtsev, Nikolai Nikolayevich (1890-1952)
Portrait of the composer Sergei Prokofiev (1891-1953), 1934. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow.

Portrait du compositeur Serguei Prokofiev (1891-1953) au travail. Peinture de Leonid Osipovich Pasternak (1862-1945)
FIA5353694 Portrait du compositeur Serguei Prokofiev (1891-1953) au travail. Peinture de Leonid Osipovich Pasternak (1862-1945), huile sur toile, 1937. Art russe, 20e siecle, art moderne

Serge Prokofiev (hand-coloured photo)
GIA711072 Serge Prokofiev (hand-coloured photo) by French Photographer (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sergei Sergeyevich Prokofiev (23 April 1891 - 5 March 1953)

Sergei Prokofiev and his piano, 1910 (b / w photo)
LSE711070 Sergei Prokofiev and his piano, 1910 (b/w photo) by French Photographer (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Portrait of Prokofiev, 1937 (sanguine on paper)
1262588 Portrait of Prokofiev, 1937 (sanguine on paper) by Yakovlev, Alexander (1887-1938); 78.7x58.4 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Russian, out of copyright

Portrait of the composer Sergei Prokofiev (1891-1953), 1928. Private Collection

Portrait of the sculptor Ivan Prokofyevich Prokofyev (1758-1828). Found in the Collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Sergei Prokofiev playing his Piano Concerto No. 3, 1936. Artist: Wiener, Hilda (1877-1940)
Sergei Prokofiev playing his Piano Concerto No. 3, 1936. Private Collection

Stage design for the opera War and Peace by S. Prokofiev, 1981. Artist: Zolotaryev, Nikolai Nikolayevich (1915-?)
Stage design for the opera War and Peace by S. Prokofiev, 1981. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Cinderella ballet, Cinderella and Prince Charming dance
The Ugly Sisters watch with jealousy as Cinderella (in disguise) dances with Prince Charming at the ball. A scene from a ballet version of Cinderella, based on French and Spanish fairytales

SERGEI PROKOFIEV (1891-1953). Russian composer. Photograph, c1918

SERGEI PROKOFIEV (1891-1953). Russian composer. Drawing, c1932, by Samuel Nisenson

Prokofiev - Photo 3
SERGEI SERGEYEVICH PROKOFIEV Russian musician

Prokofiev - Photo 2
SERGEI SERGEYEVICH PROKOFIEV Russian musician

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Sergei Prokofiev, a renowned Russian composer, left an indelible mark on the world of music with his extraordinary talent and innovative compositions. Born in 1891, Prokofiev's musical genius was evident from a young age. His works spanned various genres, including symphonies, concertos, operas, and ballets. One of his most famous ballets is Cinderella. With its enchanting melodies and captivating storyline, it continues to mesmerize audiences worldwide. In this timeless masterpiece, Prokofiev weaves together a magical tale where dreams come true and love conquers all. In one memorable scene from Cinderella ballet, the Ugly Sisters attempt to dance but fail miserably due to their lack of grace and elegance. This comical moment showcases Prokofiev's ability to infuse humor into his compositions while maintaining the overall beauty of the piece. Prokofiev's contemporaries included Dmitri Shostakovich and Aram Khachaturian - fellow Russian composers who also made significant contributions to classical music during this period. Together they formed a formidable trio that pushed boundaries and challenged traditional norms. Another notable work by Sergei Prokofiev is War and Peace - an epic opera based on Leo Tolstoy's literary masterpiece. Through powerful orchestration and emotive storytelling, Prokofiev captures the essence of war-torn Russia during Napoleon's invasion in 1812. Throughout his career spanning several decades until his death in 1953 at the age of 61, Sergei Prokofiev continued to compose groundbreaking pieces that showcased his unique style characterized by dissonance juxtaposed with moments of melodic beauty. The accompanying photographs provide glimpses into different aspects of Sergei Prokofiev's life - from early portraits capturing him as a young composer full of promise to snapshots alongside his two sons showcasing familial happiness amidst artistic pursuits.