Daphnis And Chloe Collection

Daphnis and Chloe
3078079 Daphnis and Chloe; (add.info.: Sculpture of Daphnis and Chloe, by Jean-Pierre Cortot (1787-1843) a French neo-classical sculptor. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Sculpture of Daphnis and Chloe by Jean-Pierre Cortot
3077748 Sculpture of Daphnis and Chloe by Jean-Pierre Cortot; (add.info.: Sculpture of Daphnis and Chloe, by Jean-Pierre Cortot (1787-1843) a French neo-classical sculptor

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

Set design for Act II of a Ballet Russes production of Ravels Daphnis and Chloe, 1912. Artist: Leon Bakst
Set design for Act II of a Ballet Russes production of Ravels Daphnis and Chloe, 1912. Published in L Art Decoratif de Leon Bakst. (Paris, 1913). From the Museum of Decorative Arts, Paris

Costume design for Mikhail Fokins ballet Daphnis and Chloe
LSE3742879 Costume design for Mikhail Fokins ballet Daphnis and Chloe, 1912 (w/c on paper) by Bakst, Leon (1866-1924); Bibliotheque de l Opera Garnier, Paris

Daphnis and Chloe, (oil on canvas)
651201 Daphnis and Chloe, (oil on canvas) by Courtois, Gustave (1852-1924); 115.3x114.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Daphnis and Chloe. Gustave Courtois (1852-1923). Oil on canvas

Grape harvest, compositional study for an illustration to Daphnis and Chloe, c
1217688 Grape harvest, compositional study for an illustration to Daphnis and ChloA, c. 1895 (pen and Indian ink over pencil with Chinese white on tracing paper laid down on card) by Pissarro

Chloe washing Daphnis at a stream, compositional study for an illustration to
1217687 ChloA washing Daphnis at a stream, compositional study for an illustration to Daphnis and ChloA, c. 1895 (pen and Indian ink over pencil with Chinese white on tracing paper) by Pissarro

Costume design for Mikhail Fokins ballet Daphnis and Chloe
LSE3742880 Costume design for Mikhail Fokins ballet Daphnis and Chloe, 1912 (w/c on paper) by Bakst, Leon (1866-1924); Bibliotheque de l Opera Garnier, Paris

The Vintage, 1919. Artist: Charles Shannon
The Vintage, 1919. Grape harvest and wine-making. Illustration for Daphnis and Chloe. From Modern Woodcuts and Lithographs by British and French Artists, by Geoffrey Holme. [The Studio Ltd

Winter, 1919. Artist: Charless Ricketts
Winter, 1919. Illustration for Daphnis and Chloe. From Modern Woodcuts and Lithographs by British and French Artists, by Geoffrey Holme. [The Studio Ltd. London, Paris, New York, 1919]

Chloe, 1806. Found in the Collection of Kunsthaus Zü rich

Set design for a Ballets Russes production of Ravels Daphnis et Chloe, 1912. Artist: Leon Bakst
Set design for a Ballets Russes production of Ravels Daphnis et Chloe, 1912. Published in L Art Decoratif de Leon Bakst. (Paris, 1913). From a private collection

Costume design for a Ballets Russes production of Ravels Daphnis et Chloe, 1912. Artist: Leon Bakst
Costume design for a Ballets Russes production of Ravels Daphnis et Chloe, 1912. Published in L Art Decoratif de Leon Bakst. (Paris, 1913). From a private collection

Chloe Abandoned, design for a Ballet Russes production of Ravels Daphnis and Chloe, 1910-1911. Artist: Leon Bakst
Chloe Abandoned, design for a Ballet Russes production of Ravels Daphnis and Chloe, 1910-1911. From the Museum of Decorative Arts, Paris

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"Daphnis and Chloe: A Captivating Ballet Masterpiece Unveiled" In 1912, the world witnessed an extraordinary collaboration between two creative geniuses. Nijinsky and Maurice Ravel mesmerized audiences as they sat side by side at the piano, passionately playing a score from their enchanting ballet, "Daphnis and Chloe. " The music flowed effortlessly, transporting listeners to a realm of ethereal beauty. The visual splendor of this production was brought to life by none other than Leon Bakst. His set design for Act II of the Ballet Russes' rendition of "Daphnis and Chloe" was nothing short of breathtaking. Every brushstroke on canvas transformed the stage into a mythical landscape where love blossomed amidst cascading waterfalls and lush greenery. Mikhail Fokine's costume designs added another layer of allure to this timeless tale. From flowing robes adorned with delicate embroidery to intricate headpieces that crowned each dancer, every detail exuded elegance and grace. The dancers became living embodiments of Daphnis and Chloe's innocence, purity, and undeniable chemistry. Ravel himself was not only a musical genius but also had an eye for fashion. His own costume design for "Daphnis and Chloe" showcased his artistic versatility in yet another medium - color lithography. Vibrant hues danced across fabric as if mirroring the vibrant melodies he composed. The story itself captivated hearts throughout history; it depicted young love blooming against all odds in ancient Greece. Artists like Charles Shannon captured its essence through oil on canvas masterpieces such as "Chloe, " which immortalized her radiant beauty forever. Even compositional studies revealed the dedication poured into every aspect of this ballet's creation – from grape harvest scenes symbolizing fertility to tender moments like Chloe washing Daphnis at a stream – these sketches were glimpses into artists' minds before bringing their visions onto grand stages. As time went on, the legacy of "Daphnis and Chloe" continued to inspire.