Lydia Kyasht
Royal Photographers Bassano Ltd.
1913
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Royal Photographers Bassano Ltd.
1913
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This photo shows Lydia Kyasht, a famous Russian ballerina who moved to London in 1908. Bassano Ltd., the royal photographers, took her picture in 1913. Kyasht danced with Diaghilev’s Ballets Russes and became Britain’s top ballerina at the Empire Theatre. She choreographed shows and even filled in for other stars when they were sick. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more photos by Bassano Ltd., Royal Photographers.
