[Tchaikovsky, Peter Ilyich. (1840–1893)] Benois, Alexandre. (1870–1960) "A Guest" - Original Costume Design for The NutcrackerA remarkable original costume design made by Benois for the 1957 production of Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker first performed on 24 December by the Festival Ballet at the Royal Festival Hall, London. Pencil, indian ink, watercolours and body colours, signed in pencil "Alexandre Benois" and identified at the head by the artist "Nutcracker N. 18" and titled "Un invit" ["a guest"] and measuring 15. 5 x 24 cm. Block of light toning around the image, slightly