Rare Antique Book Russian Ballet by A. E. Johnson, Illustrated by René Bull 1913

  

The Russian Ballet by A. Johnson, Illustrated by René Bull, 1913 Description: Offered here is a charming antique hardcover book titled "The Russian Ballet" written by A. Johnson and featuring beautiful illustrations by the renowned artist René Bull. Published in London by Constable & Co. In 1913, this volume offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of early 20th-century Russian ballet.

The book begins with an introduction discussing the rise in popularity of the Russian Ballet in England and beyond, delving into the history of ballet as a theatrical art form. The table of contents reveals a rich exploration of various ballets, including: Pétrouchka Thamar Le Carnaval Cléopâtre Les Sylphides Schéhérazade Le Spectre de la Rose Narcisse L'Oiseau de Feu Le Pavillon d'Armide Prince Igor (Polovtsian Dances) Le Dieu Bleu Prélude à L'Après-Midi d'un Faune Jeux Le Sacre du Printemps La Tragédie de Salomé Le Lac des Cygnes Anna Pavlova Throughout the book, you'll find captivating illustrations by René Bull, bringing the magic and artistry of these ballets to life. The book also includes a section specifically dedicated to Anna Pavlova. Please carefully review the photographs to assess the condition.

Notable observations include: The cover is a reddish-brown cloth with gilt lettering and a decorative gilt emblem featuring a double-headed eagle, likely a Tsarist symbol. There is some wear, including potential fading, marks, and rubbing to the cloth, particularly along the edges and spine. The spine also features gilt lettering and the artist's name. There is wear to the top and bottom of the spine.

Internally, the pages appear to be generally intact, though there may be some age-related toning or foxing. One of the images shows the binding, which appears somewhat fragile with some separation visible between pages. Please note that this is common for books of this age. Several beautiful color illustrations by René Bull are present. A wonderful piece for collectors of ballet history, early 20th-century illustrated books, and admirers of René Bull's artwork. Please do not hesitate to ask if you have any questions or would like more detailed photos of specific sections.