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The Waltz (coloured engraving)
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The Waltz (coloured engraving)
STC179002 The Waltz (coloured engraving) by Burney, Edward Francis (1760-1848); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection
Media ID 25456726
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Accident Balconies Balcony Ball Ballroom Band Broken Chaos Chaotic Dismay Disorder Fallen Over Horror Laws Licentiousness Onlookers Out Of Control Regulations Rough Rules Scolding Shock Vice Violent Accidents
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The Waltz - A Chaotic Dance of Disorder and Dismay
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. This coloured engraving, titled "The Waltz" by Edward Francis Burney, takes us back to the 18th century ballroom where chaos reigns supreme. The scene unfolds with onlookers in a state of shock and dismay as the waltzing couple breaks all social norms and regulations. In this satirical portrayal, we witness a society pushed to its limits as the dance spirals out of control. The balcony above is filled with horrified faces scolding the dancers below. The band plays on, oblivious to the mayhem they have unleashed. Amidst this whirlwind of vice and licentiousness, a child lies fallen over, symbolizing the breakdown of social order. Rules are broken; horror fills the air. Burney's masterful engraving captures both the rough nature and violent energy that characterized early 19th-century dances. It serves as a stark reminder that even within seemingly refined settings like ballrooms, disorder can prevail. "The Waltz" stands as an enduring satire against societal conventions during this period - a visual critique aimed at those who dared challenge tradition. Through his artistry, Burney exposes not only the chaotic nature of these dances but also questions whether such revelry truly brings joy or merely perpetuates moral decay. This print from Bridgeman Images offers us a glimpse into history - an invitation to reflect upon our own notions of order and propriety in today's world.
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