ocr: Sergel - Diaghiley Diaghilev also made his first trip to the West in 1898. He was especially drawn to Paris, where in 1899 he attended the Exposition universelle what we now call a"World's Fair"). Thereatter he shuttled between Paris and Russia and planned projects of his own. In 19U6 he sponsored a major Exhibition of ussian Art"at the Grand Palais in Paris. It was not only a great success with the public but provided Diaghilev with ready access to eager patrons. - -
