Ballroom Collection (page 8)

Spotlight on five dancers and dance teams, 1928. Nancy Carroll (top left) signed to Paramount Pictures, Adele Smith (top right) appearing in George Whites Manhatten Mary, Ilya Raycelle (centre)

Two dancing teams who entertain on the polished floors of Hotels and Night Clubs, 1928. Ricardo and Lucita (top left) introducing a new dance Fantasie Parisienne and Jimmy Pendleton and Valeda Worth

The dancer Dolores Farris and the dancing team
The dancer Dolores Farris (late of the Silver Slipper cabaret in New York and now appearing in the Easterm company of Good News) and the dancing team of La Mae and Josine popular in Boston

Advert for Albertina Rasch Studios and her dancers featured in Hollywood film, 1930 for MGM and Paramount Date: 1930

Dancers from around the world, 1929. Germaine and Armand Fellows, (top left), Belgian dancers who have danced all over Europe, recently in the Folies Bergere

The French dancing team of Mel and Melma appearing at the Lido des Champs Elysees, Paris, 1930 - excelling in character and acrobatic work Date: 1930

Two of the Pearl Eatons Radio Pictures girls Alice Jans and June Glory, 1930 who were last seen in The Cuckoos. Pearl Eaton was a dance director, formerly working on Broadway for Dillingham

A portrait of Irene Delroy at Warner Brothers, 1930 (she had deserted Boradway for Hollywood) Date: 1930

The London ballroom dancers Jean Barry and David Fitzgibbon, 1930 who made a big hit in Wake up Dream on Broadway Date: 1930

A portrait of George M. Cohan in the role of Happy Farrell in his revived play The Song and Dance Man, 1930 Date: 1930

The American dancers Marcya and Donald, 1930
The American dancers Marcya and Donald on tour in Europe, 1930 - they have been doing their acrobatic and adagio exploits at the Lido, Paris Date: 1930

Carmita Ortiz part of a Cuban dancing team with Julio Richards, Havana, Cuba, 1930 Date: 1930

Carmita Ortiz and Julio Richards one of the leading dancing teams of Havana, Cuba, 1930 showing a series of Rumba poses Date: 1930

Photograph of Ginger Rogers, 1930 Date: 1930

Advert for Maybelline Eye Shadow, 1930
Advert for Maybelline Eye Shadow and eyebrow pencil, 1930 Date: 1930

Hungarian dancing couple Renee and Alexander, 1930 - who followed a season in Cairo with a term at the Lido in Paris Date: 1930

Dorothy Stone and dancing partner Charles Collins, 1931. Recently appeared in the Fred Stones show Ripples Date: 1931

The ballroom dancing team of Barabara Bennett and Charles Sabin, 1931 entertaining at Delmonicos in New York. Sabin is the protege of Maurice Mouvet, the first true star of ballroom Date: 1931

Photograph of a couple entering the 1343rd hour
Photograph of a very fatiqued couple entering the 1343rd hour in Chicagos dance marathon, 1931 Date: 1931

A portrait of the American dancer Barrie Oliver, 1929 appearing in Charlots revue in London Date: 1929

Cover of Dance Magazine, July 1930 featuring Fay Adler and Ted Bradford Date: 1930

Portrait of Adelaide Hall, 1931 Date: 1931

Portrait of Ginger Rogers, 1931 Date: 1931

Portrait of the ballroom dancing team of Rosita and Ramon 1931 Date: 1931

Portrait of Amercian tap dancer Bill Robinson, 1931
Portrait of Amercian tap dancer Bill Robinson (Bojangles), 1931 Date: 1931

A day outfit from Henri Bendel, New York suggesting it was created or inspired by Vionnet, Paris, and worn by the Warner brothers movie star Irene Delroy, 1930 Date: 1930

Two gowns from Henri Bendel, New York suggesting they were created or inspired by Vionnet, Paris, and worn by the Warner brothers movie star Irene Delroy, 1930

Two photographs from Ziegfelds Simple Simon with Doree Leslie (left) and Ed Wynn (right), 1930 Date: 1930

Three photographs of the Dodge Twins, America, 1930
Three photographs of the Dodge Twins (Beth and Betty), America, 1930 top and bottom in costume from A Night in Venice and centre as they really are Date: 1930

Portrait of the dancer Tilly Losch, appearing on Broadway in C. B. Cochrans Wake up and Dream, 1930 Date: 1930

A sketch of the Bal Negre, Montparnasse, Paris, 1930 described at the time as the Bal des Cafe Cremes Date: 1930

Cover of Dance Magazine, May 1930, featuring the dancer Louise Brown Date: 1930

A sketch representing the Dolly Sisters, 1925 performing in Paris Date: 1925

The Ballroom Girl
Portrait of a ballroom beauty in a pale blue dress and orange headband. Artist: Joseph W Hammick Date: 1913

Woman and child near an omnibus station, Paris, 1875
Near an omnibus station, the Palais-Royal, 1875. Woman in violet crinoline dress with train, velvet mantelet and feather bonnet. Men in top hats behind

Fashionable people at the outdoor dance at Jardin Mabille
Fashionable people at the outdoor dance, Bal Mabille.. Women in wide crinolines and fur capes, man in top hat, jacket and striped trousers

Fashionable couple in front of Cafe Foy, Boulevard
A corner on the boulevard des Italiens, 1833. Fashionable couple in front of Louis Bignons Cafe Foy of rue de la Chaussee-d Antin and boulevard des Italiens. Man in militaire redingote and top hat

Fight in the servants quarters during a dance party, 19th century. Coachman Independent Jimmy in greatcoat knocks down Chasseur Proudlock in front of the guests in crinolines and staff

Buffet for a ball at the Hotel de Ville, Paris, 1745 (gouache on paper)
CHT245007 Buffet for a ball at the Hotel de Ville, Paris, 1745 (gouache on paper) by Blondel, Jacques-Francois (1705-74); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

The Evening Dress Ball at the House of Monsieur de Villemorien Fila, engraved by L
DEC84578 The Evening Dress Ball at the House of Monsieur de Villemorien Fila, engraved by L. Provost (engraving) (see also 55452) by Saint-Aubin

Queen Victoria (1819-1901) and Prince Albert (1819-61) at a gala dinner given by Napoleon
FC15335 Queen Victoria (1819-1901) and Prince Albert (1819-61) at a gala dinner given by Napoleon III and Eugenie, 1853 (w/c on paper) by Pauquet

Dancers colliding during a waltz at a posh ball in Paris, 19th century
6337332 Dancers colliding during a waltz at a posh ball in Paris, 19th century by Alken, Henry Thomas (1785-1851) (after); (add.info.: Dancers colliding during a waltz at a posh ball in Paris)

Ballroom in the Parc d Enghien, France (engraving)
5208146 Ballroom in the Parc d Enghien, France (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ballroom in the Parc d Enghien, France)

The Cossack Ball, 1924 (pencil, w / c & gouache on card)
1195791 The Cossack Ball, 1924 (pencil, w/c & gouache on card) by Somov, Konstantin Andreevic (1869-1939); 22.7x17.2 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Russian, out of copyright

The Ball, 1903 (oil on canvas)
658739 The Ball, 1903 (oil on canvas) by Mayne, Jean (1850-1905); 205.5x260.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ball. Jean Mayne (active 19th century). Oil on canvas. Signed and dated 1903

Mrs Barrington very complacently leads off with Stephen Dumpling
CH402386 Mrs Barrington very complacently leads off with Stephen Dumpling, illustration to Handley Cross by Robert Smith Surtees (1805-64) (pen & ink and w/c on paper) by Aldin

Les Demoiselles de Province (1883-85) (oil on canvas)
2628802 Les Demoiselles de Province (1883-85) (oil on canvas) by Tissot, James Jacques Joseph (1836-1902); 147.3x102.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

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Step into the enchanting world of ballroom, where dance and elegance intertwine to create moments of pure magic. From the iconic Stomp in 1927 that revolutionized the dance floor to experimental nights at Hammersmith Palais in London, this captivating art form has always pushed boundaries. Immerse yourself in history as you gaze upon a portrait capturing Anna Pavlova's mesmerizing Swan Dance from 1923. Feel the energy radiating from Seapoint Ballroom and Restaurant in Galway, Ireland, where laughter and music fill the air. Transport yourself back to Birmingham in 1921 with an advert for Palais de Danse, promising unforgettable evenings filled with joyous rhythms. Experience true exclusivity at Fish's private-members Kit Cat Club, where only those who appreciate refined beauty are welcomed. Marvel at an art deco sketch by G. Peres entitled At the Ballet, showcasing graceful movements frozen in time. Picture yourself dancing away on Le Grand Salon onboard SS Normandie, feeling like royalty amidst luxurious surroundings. Indulge your senses once more with another advert for Palais de Danse at Hammersmith; its allure impossible to resist. Discover timeless elegance within Dorchester Ballroom's walls as melodies sweep you off your feet. Finally, let Fish's sketch transport you to a tango-filled night at Florida Club in London - passion ignites on every step taken across that polished floor. Ballroom dances have transcended time and continue to captivate us today; they are not merely steps but expressions of emotion set against breathtaking backdrops.