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Costumes By Karinska
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Costumer Barbara Karinska was one of countless emigrees flung westward from czarist Russia by the Bolsheviks in the 1920s. Costumes by Karinska chronicles the life and work of this remarkably talented woman, a consummate perfectionist who brought unprecedented quality, innovation, and beauty to costumes designed and executed for film, theater, opera, and dance.Working behind the scenes as one of Balanchine's closest and most important collaborators, Karinska made an enormous contribution to many of the great ballet masterpieces of this century, dressing over seventyfive of the choreographer's productions.This was, however, by no means her only professional association in a career spanning fortyfive years. She worked with many other renowned choreographers, producers, and directors, such as Frederick Ashton, Agnes de Mille, Bronislava Nijinska, Jerome Robbins, Louis Jouvet, Franco Zeffirelli, Mike Todd, Victor Fleming, and George Cukor. She took sketches by such artists as Andre Derain, Marc Chagall, Isamu Noguchi, Balthus, and Salvador Dali and transformed them into tangible, wearable apparel.The lively text by Toni Bentley, a former dancer with the New York City Ballet, is full of anecdotes from those who knew the designer, revealing a sophisticated, independent woman with great style and aristocratic flair.Also included in the book is a foreword by artist and dance aficionado Edward Gorey; an essay by Lincoln Kirstein, cofounder of the New York City Ballet, about Balanchine's Firebird (for which Karinska designed costumes based on sketches by Chagall); correspondence between Karinska and French actor/director Louis Jouvet; and a complete chronology of Karinska's career.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Costumes By Karinska'? A: 'Costumes By Karinska' chronicles the life and work of costume designer Barbara Karinska, highlighting her contributions to film, theater, opera, and dance.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The book is authored by Toni Bentley, a former dancer with the New York City Ballet.
- Q: When was 'Costumes By Karinska' published? A: 'Costumes By Karinska' was published on September 15, 1995.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: 'Costumes By Karinska' contains a total of 192 pages.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as being in good condition.
- Q: Does the book include any special features or essays? A: Yes, the book includes a foreword by Edward Gorey and an essay by Lincoln Kirstein, along with correspondence between Karinska and Louis Jouvet.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone interested in costume design? A: Yes, this book is ideal for those interested in costume design, as it explores Karinska's innovative techniques and collaborations.
- Q: What notable productions did Karinska work on? A: Karinska worked on over seventy-five productions with George Balanchine and collaborated with other renowned choreographers and directors.
- Q: What is the significance of the sketches included in the book? A: The book features sketches by famous artists like Marc Chagall and Salvador Dali, showcasing how Karinska transformed their artwork into costumes.