Ball Room Collection (page 4)

NEW YEARs EVE BALL, 1866. An old-fashioned dance on New Years Eve. English wood engraving, 1866

BALL, 1858. The Last Ball of the Season. Wood engraving, American, 1858

SOCIAL DANCING, 1873 The Last Galop. Wood engraving, English, 1873, after Frederick Barnard

BALLROOM, c1900. Whose Shoe? Line engraving, German, c1900, after F. M├╝ller-M├╝nster

SOCIAL DANCING. 1873. The First Quadrille. Wood engraving, English, 1873, after Frederick Barnard

BEAUX ARTS BALL, 1861. Ball given in the theatre at Antwerp on the occasion of the artistic congress recently held in that city. Contemporary wood engraving

SARATOGA SPRINGS, 1865. Celebrating July Fourth with a grand ball at the Union Hotel in Saratoga, New York, in 1865. Wood engraving from a contemporary American newspaper

RUSSIA: ROYAL WEDDING, 1874. Festivities at the Governors Palace in Moscow, Russia, on the occasion of the wedding in St. Petersburg of Grand Duchess Maria Alexandrovna of Russia and Prince Albert

COTILLION, CHRISTMAS, 1868. A cotillion danced in the ballroom of Buckingham Palace, London, England, during the Christmas season, 1868. Contemporary wood engraving

AUGUST BELMONT (1816-1890). American (German-born) banker. Ball for the Japanese Embassy given by banker August Belmont on 25 June 1860 at the Metropolitan Hotel on Broadway and Prince Street

NAVAL FESTIVAL, 1865. Ball given by the town of Portsmouth, England at the International Naval Festival for the officers of the French Fleet stationed there in 1865. Contemporary wood engraving

NEW YORK CHARITY BALL, 1884. A charity ball at the Metropolitan Opera House in New York City. Wood engraving, 1884

NEW YORK: OPERA HOUSE. View of the ballroom of the opera house at Niblos Garden, Broadway and Prince Street, New York. Wood engraving from a newspaper of 1853

GRAND BALL, NEW YORK, 1877. Grand Ball in the behalf of the sufferers in the Russo-Turkish War given by the ladies of the Society of the Cross

BALLROOM, 1760. A ballroom in the year 1760. Wood engraving, English, 1848, after a painting by Abraham Solomon

DICKENS: OUR MUTUAL FRIEND. Podsnappery. A party at the home of Mr Podsnap. Wood engraving from a 19th century American edition of Charles Dickens Our Mutual Friend, first published in 1864

UNION LEAGUE CLUB, 1868. The ladies reception at the new Union League Club, on the corner of Madison Avenue and East 26th Street, New York City, in 1868. Contemporary wood engraving

OPERA: DON GIOVANNI, 1867. Ballroom scene from an 1867 production of Mozarts Don Giovanni at Her Majestys Theatre, London: wood engraving from a contemporary English newspaper

GERMANY: MEDIEVAL BALL. A ball in a medieval German court. Copper engraving, German, 16th century

MORMON BALL, 1857. Wood engraving, American, 1857

GRAND BALL, NEW YORK, 1860. Grand Ball in honor of the visit of the Prince of Wales held at the New York Academy of Music on 12 October 1860. Line engraving from a contemporary American newspaper

VICTORIAs BIRTHDAY, 1853. Grand ball at the hotel of the British Embassy at Paris, France, on the occassion of Queen Victorias birthday in 1853. Wood engraving from a contemporary English newspaper

COURT DANCE, 17th CENTURY. Copper engraving, French, 17th century

Vignettes of ballroom scene, stabbing attempt, and a couple. Date c1899

Cover of Dance Magazine, January 1925
Art deco cover of Dance magazine, June 1924, featuring the dancer Leo Sielke. Date: 1925

the dancing team of Florence Walton and Maurice, New York, 1
the dancing team of Florence Walton and Maurice from The Century Girl, New York, 1916 Date: 1916

Cover of Dance Magazine, December 1929, featuring the dancer and actress Lily Damita Date: 1929

Nina Payne in costume, Paris 1925
Nina Payne (American acrobatic dancer) in costume, Paris 1925 Date: 1925

Sidelights of the Lido by Gilbert Rumbold
Artists impression of some aspects of life at the Lido in Venice during the 1920s, showing smart society attending fashion fetes, wearing period costume designed by Brunelleschi

Circe painting in the Peacock Room of Murrays Restaurant, N
Circe painting in the Peacock Room of Murrays Restaurant 42nd Street near Broadway, New York Date: 1920s

Mrs Vernon Castle (Irene Castle), New York, 1916 - famous dancer, cabaret artist, stage actress and film star Date: 1916

Cover of Dance Magazine, June 1931, artwork by A. Vargas Date: 1931

The dancing team of Harry Roye and Bille Maye, 1927
The dancing team of Harry Roye and Bille Maye, who made a great success at the Embassy Club, London and in vaudeville and cabaret in New York, 1927 Date: 1927

Cover of Dance Magazine, December 1926 featuring a fantasy painted by Carl Link posed by Reland Gray Date: 1926

Advert for the dancing team of Fowler and Tamara, New York, 1936 (famous for cabaret and stage show appearances on both sides of the Atlantic in the 20s and 30s) Date: 1936

The dancing team of Capella & Patricia, USA, 1943 seen in the smash Laff variety revue Yours For Fun Date: 1943

Easter and Hazelton, New York, 1925
American dancing team Easter and Hazelton, New York, 1925 showing the art of adagio dancing Date: 1925

Ann Pavlowa, 1931
The famous dancer Ann Pavlowa, 1931 Date: 1931

Clifton Webb and Irene Castle, Paris, 1922 Date: 1922

The dancing team of Cortez and Peggy, New York, 1929
The dancing team of Cortez and Peggy in the Shubert show Boom Boom, New York, 1929 Date: 1929

Gilda Gray, Deauville, France, January 1925
Gilda Gray (American dancer, film star and famous for the shimmy), standing beside her billboard at the Ambassadeurs Restaurant, Deauville, France, January 1925 Date: 1925

Advert for Marjorie Moss and Georges Fontana appearing at Club Mirador, New York, 1929 Date: 1929

Cover of Dance Magazine, February 1931 sketched by Jose Manuel Acosta of the unterior of a cabaret Date: 1931

Marjorie Moss and Georges Fontana, London, 1929
The famous dancing team of Moss and Fontana were a huge attraction in cabaret on both sides of the Atlantic - here they appear in C.B. Cochrans This Year of Grace, London, 1929 Date: 1929

Isis bas relief in the Peacock Room of Murrays Restaurant 42nd Street near Broadway, New York Date: 1920s

Sheet music for The Baltimore Waltz featuring Maurice and Fl
Sheet music for The Baltimore Wlatz featuring Maurice and Florence Walton, New York, 1916 introduced at the Biltmore Cascades (Biltmore Hotel) Date: 1916

The State Ball and Concert Room - Buckingham Palace Date: circa 1908

Tango teas, Paris 1913
Paris, little interested in ragtime dancing, makes the tango fashionable: a new dancing craze in 1913. 1913

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Step into the enchanting world of ballroom dancing, where elegance and grace take center stage. The Tower Ballroom in Blackpool stands as a testament to this timeless art form, captivating dancers and spectators alike. Its grandeur was once immortalized on the cover of Dance magazine in January 1929, showcasing the allure of ballroom dancing in its heyday. From Italy to Berlin, ballroom dancing has transcended borders, bringing people together through rhythmic movements and intricate footwork. The exterior of Femina in Berlin exudes sophistication, inviting patrons to immerse themselves in the magic of dance. But it is Blackpool that truly reigns supreme when it comes to entertainment. Known for its vibrant nightlife and lively atmosphere, this coastal town has become synonymous with all things ballroom. Whether attending a glamorous ball at the prestigious Savoy Hotel or experiencing Dance-Time at the Dorchester Hotel, one can expect nothing less than an unforgettable evening filled with twirls and spins. Ballroom dance has long been cherished by Britain's society elite. From grand events held at Palace Ballroom in Blackpool to meticulously planned dances recorded on elegant DANCE CARDS - every step taken is a celebration of tradition and refinement. Across the Atlantic Ocean lies another chapter in this rich history - America's own contribution to ballroom dance. The Lorraine Sisters' mesmerizing act captivated audiences late into the night with their impeccable technique and showmanship. Closer to home sits Crescent Gardens Ballroom and Theatre on Revere Beach - a haven for both seasoned dancers and novices alike. Here, dreams are realized as individuals lose themselves within each rhythmical sway across its hallowed floors. In these hallowed halls dedicated solely to movement and music, time seems suspended as couples glide effortlessly across polished surfaces; their bodies moving harmoniously as if guided by an unseen force, and is here that passion meets precision; where love blossoms amidst synchronized steps.