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Antique Framed Print : The Charleston by Rose le Quesne
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The Charleston by Rose le Quesne
Humorous illustration recording the difficulties in mastering the Charleston. Date: 1927
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Media ID 7249611
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Charleston Couples Craze Crazes Partner Partners 1927
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.7cm x 37.1cm (9.7" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 41.4cm x 54cm (16.3" x 21.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Step into the roaring twenties with this delightful and humorous illustration by Rose le Quesne, titled "The Charleston," from 1927. The Charleston dance craze had swept the nation, and this print captures the fun and frustration of trying to master the complex steps with a partner. In the image, a modern couple stands in a living room, attempting to Charleston. The woman, dressed in a flapper dress and bobbed hair, looks determined as she tries to coordinate her movements with her partner. He, wearing a dapper suit and fedora, looks equally perplexed as they clumsily step on each other's toes. Their expressions of concentration and exasperation are relatable to anyone who has ever tried to learn a new dance move. The illustration also includes a few amusing details, such as the cat watching from the sidelines with a smirk and the broken vase in the background, a casualty of their clumsy attempts. The Charleston was a dance that required energy, coordination, and a good sense of humor. This print captures the essence of the dance craze and the spirit of the 1920s, making it a charming addition to any vintage-inspired decor or a fun conversation starter. So, take a moment to appreciate the humor in this illustration and remember that even the most elegant dances can be a bit of a challenge at first!
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