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Society at a costume ball, 1912
Society in fancy dress at a costume ball held at the Savoy Hotel on 23 May 1912. Photographed at a time of great popularity for fancy dress balls, various well known members of society are pictured in costume. From left: 1 Miss Dalzell in prehistoric garb, Mrs George Edwardes in a dress of one hundred years ago, Miss Alice Crawford in an Othello costume, Mr Somerset Maugham as a character in Othello, the Hon. Mrs Cecil Bingham in a Louis XIV dress, Lady Violet Charteris as Jane Seymour, Lord Vernon as Henry VIII, Baroness von Kuhlmann in a Lely dress, Peggy from the Sunshine Girl and Viscount Dangan as a character from the same play, Baron Hoesch in Lely costume, Lady Diana Manners in a Lely dress and Mrs Hwfa Williams in a Georgian costume after Sir Joshua Reynolds. The ball was held in aid of the Middlesex hospital. Date: 1912
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Media ID 14351298
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Alice Ball Balls Charteris Crawford Diana Edwardes Fancy Manners Maugham Prehistoric Savoy Somerset Violet Miss
21"x14" (53x35cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, featuring "Society at a Costume Ball, 1912" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image transports you to a bygone era, showcasing elegant society members in their finest fancy dress attire, gathered at the prestigious Savoy Hotel for a grand costume ball on 23 May 1912. A time of great popularity for such events, this photograph offers a unique glimpse into the opulence and charm of the past. Adorn your walls with this stunning piece of history and let the allure of the past elevate your home decor.
Ready to hang Premium Gloss Canvas Print. Our archival quality canvas prints are made from Polyester and Cotton mix and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for transit.
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Estimated Product Size is 53.3cm x 35.6cm (21" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
A Night of Historical Splendor: Society in Fancy Dress at the Savoy Hotel, 1912 This photograph depicts an array of well-known members of society, all dressed in elaborate and historically inspired costumes, at a fancy dress ball held at the Savoy Hotel on May 23, 1912. The popularity of such events was at its peak during this era, providing an opportunity for the elite to showcase their creativity and wit. From left to right, we see Miss Dalzell dressed in prehistoric garb, evoking the ancient past. Mrs George Edwardes dons a dress from a century ago, adding an air of nostalgia. Miss Alice Crawford channels Othello's tragic Desdemona, while Somerset Maugham embodies a character from the play. The Hon. Mrs Cecil Bingham brings the opulence of Louis XIV to life, and Lady Violet Charteris captivates as Jane Seymour. Lord Vernon transforms into Henry VIII, while Baroness von Kuhlmann pays homage to the famous portrait artist Lely. Peggy from the Sunshine Girl and Viscount Dangan bring the same play to life with their respective costumes. Baron Hoesch and Lady Diana Manners add to the grandeur in Lely costumes, and Mrs Hwfa Williams completes the scene in a Georgian dress inspired by Sir Joshua Reynolds. This enchanting gathering was held in aid of the Middlesex Hospital, demonstrating the philanthropic spirit of the era. The Savoy Hotel's grand ballroom played host to an unforgettable night of historical splendor, where society's elite came together to celebrate, create memories, and raise funds for a worthy cause.
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