Mei, Natalie (1900–1975). Sketch for a Costume. “White Horse Inn” (1933)

Step into the unique world of Natalie Mei, one of Estonia’s most acclaimed graphic and theatrical designers. This remarkable sketch for a costume, titled “White Horse Inn” (1933), captures Mei’s talent for theatrical design in its intricate detail and imaginative use of form. Crafted with pencil on paper and measuring 23.4 x 16.4 cm, this piece highlights Mei’s skill and creativity. Trained at the esteemed “Pallas” Art School under N. Triik, Mei has left her mark on various stages including the “Estonia” Theatre, Tallinn Drama Theatre, and the Leningrad musical theatre. Notable productions she worked on include S. Prokofiev’s “Romeo and Juliet”, M. Musorgsky’s “Boris Godunov”, J. Puccini’s “Princess Turandot”, and G. Bizet’s “Carmen”. This sketch is an opportunity to own a piece of theatre history, created by a designer whose works have adorned the most prestigious stages.