Balletic Collection

Illustration by Cecil Aldin, handler at Peterborough Show
Illustration by Cecil Aldin, Tom Newman, the Duke of Beauforts huntsman, taking part as a handler at the Peterborough Foxhound Show

Poster advertising a Dance Festival in the USSR
Poster advertising a Dance Festival in Moscow and Leningrad, USSR, 10 to 20 June 1936

Behind the Scenes at Theatre de L Abri, Paris, France
Behind the Scenes at the erotic revue performed at the Theatre de L Abri, Paris, France with principal dancer Louis Espinoza - Le Ballet des Nymphes. Date: circa 1910s

Advertisement for Horlicks -- Better Luck Next Time. Female model (Julie Bishop) in the foreground, looking with disappointment at a dancing couple in the background. 1959

Maquette for Joie de Vivre, 1927 (plaster) (see also 876099-100)
876101 Maquette for Joie de Vivre, 1927 (plaster) (see also 876099-100) by Toft, Albert (1862-1949); 22x9.5x5 cm; Leeds Museums and Art Galleries (Leeds City Museum) UK; Leeds Museums and Galleries

Maquette for Joie de Vivre, 1927 (plaster) (see also 876100-1)
876099 Maquette for Joie de Vivre, 1927 (plaster) (see also 876100-1) by Toft, Albert (1862-1949); 22x9.5x5 cm; Leeds Museums and Art Galleries (Leeds City Museum) UK; Leeds Museums and Galleries, UK

Maquette for Joie de Vivre, 1927 (plaster) (see also 876099-1)
876100 Maquette for Joie de Vivre, 1927 (plaster) (see also 876099-1) by Toft, Albert (1862-1949); 22x9.5x5 cm; Leeds Museums and Art Galleries (Leeds City Museum) UK; Leeds Museums and Galleries, UK

"There was an Old Man of Melrose, who walked on the tips of his toes", from A Book of Nonsense
LLM386697 " There was an Old Man of Melrose, who walked on the tips of his toes", from A Book of Nonsense, published by Frederick Warne and Co

Fred Perry competing at Wimbledon Number One Court, on the first day of the 1933 Championships. 26th June 1933. Note to editors

Three women posing on a beach
Three women striking funny poses on a beach. A man in the background holds a parasol

William Gladstone as twins
WILLIAM EWART GLADSTONE (1809-1898) as both First Lord of theTreasury and Chancellor of the Exchequer, ensuring a single- minded approach to finance

Moscow State Circus in Cornwall
Members of the Moscow State Circus performing near St Austell in Cornwall. Date: 1970s

Dancers in sombreros. circa 1957

Keep Fit / Throwing Ball
Throwing a ball during a Keep Fit class to develop rhythm & eye training. Date: 1940s

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"Balletic: A Celebration of Movement and Artistry" Step into the enchanting world of ballet with this captivating Dance Festival in the USSR. The poster, adorned with vibrant colors and graceful figures, invites you to witness the beauty that unfolds on stage. Illustrated by Cecil Aldin, a skilled handler at Peterborough Show, this mesmerizing artwork captures the essence movements. Each brushstroke brings to life the elegance and precision that dancers possess. Venture behind the scenes at Theatre de L'Abri in Paris, France, where dreams are transformed into reality. Witness the dedication and hard work that goes into creating breathtaking performances that leave audiences spellbound. Even during moments of relaxation, ballet remains a constant inspiration. An advertisement for Horlicks showcases three women posing on a beach - their poise reminiscent of ballerinas caught mid-pirouette against a backdrop of sun-kissed waves. In an unexpected twist, William Gladstone takes center stage as twins. This whimsical portrayal adds an element of surprise to our perception of ballet's gracefulness while reminding us that art knows no boundaries. The Moscow State Circus in Cornwall combines acrobatics with balletic flair - an awe-inspiring fusion sure to leave spectators breathless. Witness daring feats performed with unparalleled agility and finesse under colorful big tops. Delve into history with maquettes for Joie de Vivre from 1927 - plaster sculptures capturing joyous dance movements frozen in time. These delicate creations embody pure exuberance and showcase how dance can transcend generations. From classic literature comes "There was an Old Man from Melrose, " immortalized through color lithography in A Book of Nonsense published by Frederick Warne & Co. , London circa 1875. This playful depiction reminds us that even nonsensical tales can inspire movement and laughter. Finally, dancers don sombreros as they merge cultures through their artistry.