Isadora Collection

Flapper on Bonnet 1927
A girl on a bonnet: wears a skimpy sleeveless white drop waist dress hitched up to expose her thighs, T-bar shoes, a cloche hat & a scarf a la Isadora Duncan

Margaret Morris (1891 - 1980), British dancer, choreographer and teacher. Photographs showing her in various poses during her dance as a tree spirit

Isadora Duncan / Ils 1909
ISADORA DUNCAN American dancer, seen here with some of her pupils

Isadora Duncan / Barefoot
ISADORA DUNCAN American dancer, barefoot on stage

The Selfridge family at Highcliffe Castle, 1921. From left to right: Gordon Selfridge Junior, Isadora Duncan, Vicomte de Sibour (sitting)

ISADORA DUNCAN 1909
ISADORA DUNCAN American dancer: some action sketches Date: 1878 - 1927

Representation of Don Quixote in his library surrounded by the creatures of his books Engraving by Gustave Dore
ELD4869231 Representation of Don Quixote in his library surrounded by the creatures of his books Engraving by Gustave Dore (1832-1883)

Art deco sketch of Isadora Duncan and her pupils, Paris, 192
Art deco sketch by Hemjie of Isadora Duncan and her pupils, Paris, 1921 Date: 1921

Portrait of the Queen of England Isabelle of France (Isabella of France) (1295-1358), Queen consort of King Edward I)
ELD4843473 Portrait of the Queen of England Isabelle of France (Isabella of France) (1295-1358), Queen consort of King Edward I)

The foundation of Constantinople by Emperor Constantinople the great who transferred the imperiale capital to
ELD4886070 The foundation of Constantinople by Emperor Constantinople the great who transferred the imperiale capital to Byzantium, which he renamed Constantinople

A portrait of Isadora Duncan, 1931
A portrait of the famous American dancer Isadora Duncan, 1931 Date: 1931

Isadora Duncan / 3 of 4
ISADORA DUNCAN at her school at Grunewald, near Berlin, where she teaches children to dance in the Greek manner (3 of 4)

View of New York City and Railway (Metro) Aerials, USA - (View of New York city subway (skytrain)) Engraving
ELD4839036 View of New York City and Railway (Metro) Aerials, USA - (View of New York city subway (skytrain)) Engraving, 1880 - Private collection; (add.info)

View of New York City and Railway (Metro) Aerials, USA - (View of New York city subway (skytrain)) Engraving
ELD4839027 View of New York City and Railway (Metro) Aerials, USA - (View of New York city subway (skytrain)) Engraving, 1880 - Private collection; (add.info)

Caravan of animals brought back from distant and exotic countries destined to be studied by zoologists
ELD4838924 Caravan of animals brought back from distant and exotic countries destined to be studied by zoologists and to fill the zoos and menageries of European cities - Engraving

Portrait of Deodat Guy Silvain Tancrede (de Gratet) by Dolomieu (1750-1801)
ELD4838973 Portrait of Deodat Guy Silvain Tancrede (de Gratet) by Dolomieu (1750-1801) geologist and mineralogist - Portrait of Dieudonne Sylvain Guy Tancrede de Dolomieu usually known as Deodat de

'Le Clermont', first steamboat, 1880 (engraving)
ELD4837922 'Le Clermont', first steamboat, 1880 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Clermont, first steamboat)

The land of Cocagne, 19th century (Epinal print)
ELD4836669 The land of Cocagne, 19th century (Epinal print); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mythical land of plenty, an imaginary place of extreme luxury and ease where physical comforts)

Party in the City Hall of Paris, 1893 (engraving)
ELD4835542 Party in the City Hall of Paris, 1893 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: View of a party in the hall of the city hall of Paris - Engraving in "Promenades a Paris" by)

Homeless unemployed and homeless hosted in the flophouse of the boulevard de Charonne in Paris Engraving of "The
ELD4842401 Homeless unemployed and homeless hosted in the flophouse of the boulevard de Charonne in Paris Engraving of "The stages of a tourist in France: Paris

A herbalist (botanical) preparing a plant to dry it in a herbarium Illustration from "Jean Vigier
ELD4841401 A herbalist (botanical) preparing a plant to dry it in a herbarium Illustration from "Jean Vigier, le devouement filial" in "Les grands hearts" by Mortagne 1887

A french family in a traditional house of Provence Engraving from "Les peuples de la terre" by Charles Delon
ELD4841979 A french family in a traditional house of Provence Engraving from "Les peuples de la terre" by Charles Delon

Young children from the Parisian middle classes playing croquet on the beach of Le Treport
ELD4840842 Young children from the Parisian middle classes playing croquet on the beach of Le Treport, Normandy - Photography Collection privee; (add.info)

Domestic accident, 19th century (Epinal print)
ELD4839868 Domestic accident, 19th century (Epinal print); Private Collection; (add.info.: Domestic accident: disobedient children playing with matches during their parents absence, causing fire)

Representation of the legendary Greek poet Arion by Methymne, dolphin charmer by his cithare
ELD4844901 Representation of the legendary Greek poet Arion by Methymne, dolphin charmer by his cithare. 19th century (chromolithograph); Private Collection; Photo © The Holbarn Archive.

Saint Loup (or Saint-Loup, ca. 383-479), eveque de Troyes saves the city from the anger of Attila (ca)
ELD4845938 Saint Loup (or Saint-Loup, ca. 383-479), eveque de Troyes saves the city from the anger of Attila (ca. 406-453)

The Italian painter and sculptor Michelangelo Buonarroti called Michel Ange (Michelangelo or Michelangelo)
ELD4845752 The Italian painter and sculptor Michelangelo Buonarroti called Michel Ange (Michelangelo or Michelangelo, 1475-1564) showing one of his works to Vittoria Colonna (1490-1547)

Le petit Poucet climbs on a tree and seeks his way, he sees a light in the forest
ELD4844708 Le petit Poucet climbs on a tree and seeks his way, he sees a light in the forest. 19th century (chromolithograph from the tale "Le Poucet" by Charles Perrault)

Hinduism: The pilgrimage of Raja Prabhu Narayan Singh (1855-1931) to the sacred river Gange a Benares (Varanasi)
ELD4844413 Hinduism: The pilgrimage of Raja Prabhu Narayan Singh (1855-1931) to the sacred river Gange a Benares (Varanasi), India

Abraham and Melchisedech" The King of Salem Melchisedech (Melchisedec or Melchizedek or Melkisedeq or Melki-Tsedeq)
ELD4842806 Abraham and Melchisedech" The King of Salem Melchisedech (Melchisedec or Melchizedek or Melkisedeq or Melki-Tsedeq or Melki Tsedeq) offers Abraham

A french tourist visiting Annam French protectorate, French Indochina (Vietnam). 19th century (chromolithograph)
ELD4844246 A french tourist visiting Annam French protectorate, French Indochina (Vietnam). 19th century (chromolithograph); Private Collection; Photo © The Holbarn Archive.

Franco-Prussian War of 1870: The cantiniere and nurse of snipers Jarrethout, during the siege of Chateaudun in 1870
ELD4844204 Franco-Prussian War of 1870: The cantiniere and nurse of snipers Jarrethout, during the siege of Chateaudun in 1870, replenishes combatants with ammunition

The King of France Louis XI (1423-1483) seriously ill asking for his guerison to Francois de Paule (1416-1507)
ELD4844083 The King of France Louis XI (1423-1483) seriously ill asking for his guerison to Francois de Paule (1416-1507) known for his miracles

The Death of William Fitz Osbert first drawn asunder by horses, 1196 Engraving from "Histoire de
ELD4963708 The Death of William Fitz Osbert first drawn asunder by horses, 1196 Engraving from "Histoire de L'Angleterre" by Augustin Thierry 1867; Private Collection; (add.info)

A Persian wedding. 19th century (engraving printed in "Travels around the World "and in "The most)
ELD4963638 A Persian wedding. 19th century (engraving printed in "Travels around the World "and in "The most curious counters of the Globe from Christopher Columbus to the present day)

Le torment de Guy Eder de La Fontenelle (1572-1602), warlord combatant of the league during the wars of the league
ELD4963608 Le torment de Guy Eder de La Fontenelle (1572-1602), warlord combatant of the league during the wars of the league and a famous brigand in Brittany at the end of the 16th century

Ancient Rome: Proclamation of Emperor Julian (Flavius Claudius Julianus) said Julian the Apostate in 361
ELD4963527 Ancient Rome: Proclamation of Emperor Julian (Flavius Claudius Julianus) said Julian the Apostate in 361 (Julian the Apostate proclaimed emperor in 361 AD)

Fire of the Nicomedia Palace under the regne of Constance II during the great earthquake of 258
ELD4963481 Fire of the Nicomedia Palace under the regne of Constance II during the great earthquake of 258 (Earthquake in Nicomedia in 358)

Ancient Rome: The Triumph of Diocletian (244-311) - Engraving from "Storia di Roma" by Francesco Bertolini
ELD4963451 Ancient Rome: The Triumph of Diocletian (244-311) - Engraving from "Storia di Roma" by Francesco Bertolini; Private Collection; (add.info.: Ancient Rome)

Ancient Rome: Emperor Augustus puts a statue of Apollo in his palace Engraving from "Storia di Roma" by
ELD4963358 Ancient Rome: Emperor Augustus puts a statue of Apollo in his palace Engraving from "Storia di Roma" by Francesco Bertolini; Private Collection; (add.info.: Ancient Rome)

The Miracles of the Jesuit Missionary Saint Francois Xavier (Francois-Xavier) (1506-1552) in India
ELD4965766 The Miracles of the Jesuit Missionary Saint Francois Xavier (Francois-Xavier) (1506-1552) in India. 19th century (engraving from "Histoire des jesuites" by Boucher)

Representation of a Japanese minister making harakiri (hara kiri or hara-kiri or seppuku)
ELD4965763 Representation of a Japanese minister making harakiri (hara kiri or hara-kiri or seppuku) ritual form of male suicide by eventration

Coronation of a chef (arioi rahi) a Tahiti. 19th century (engraving from "Histoire des jesuites" by Boucher)
ELD4965745 Coronation of a chef (arioi rahi) a Tahiti. 19th century (engraving from "Histoire des jesuites" by Boucher); Private Collection; Photo © The Holbarn Archive.

Interior view of the factories Byrrh, manufacturer of Vermouth, with the monsters barrels
ELD4965180 Interior view of the factories Byrrh, manufacturer of Vermouth, with the monsters barrels, a Thuir in the Pyrenees Orientales (Interior view of the Byrrh factory)

View of the exit of the workers of the arsenal of Cherbourg in the Channel
ELD4965120 View of the exit of the workers of the arsenal of Cherbourg in the Channel, Normandy (Exit of the workers of the arsenal of Cherbourg, Normandy) Postcard ca

View of a street of the Kasbah in Algiers, Algeria Postcard ca. 1905
ELD4965108 View of a street of the Kasbah in Algiers, Algeria Postcard ca. 1905; Private Collection; (add.info.: View of a street of the Kasbah in Algiers, Algeria Postcard ca)

View of the Great Canyon of Yellowstone National Park United States. 19th century
ELD4965571 View of the Great Canyon of Yellowstone National Park United States. 19th century (engraving from "The Wonders of the World" by Huard)

Roman Antiquite: Horatius Cocles (Horatius Le Borgne), legendary heros defending the only bridge that crossed
ELD4965521 Roman Antiquite: Horatius Cocles (Horatius Le Borgne), legendary heros defending the only bridge that crossed the Tiber

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"Isadora: A Timeless Icon of Dance and Expression" Step into the world of Isadora, a captivating figure who left an indelible mark on the realms of dance and art. From her iconic flapper style bonnet in 1927 to her barefoot performances that challenged convention, Isadora Duncan was a true pioneer. Born Margaret Morris in 1891, this British dancer, choreographer, and teacher transformed herself into the enchanting Isadora. Her revolutionary approach to movement captivated audiences around the world. In 1909, she mesmerized spectators with her performance titled "Ils, " showcasing her unique interpretation of dance. Not only did Isadora redefine traditional ballet by dancing barefoot, but she also drew inspiration from historical figures like Queen Isabelle of France. Through portraits and engravings from the 19th century, we catch glimpses of how history influenced her artistic vision. Isadora's influence extended beyond dance as well. She embodied strength and independence much like Emperor Constantine the Great when he founded Constantinople – a symbol of resilience amidst change. Just as Highcliffe Castle stood tall in 1921 when photographed alongside the Selfridge family, so too did Isadora stand firm against societal norms. Throughout her career, various artists captured Isadora's essence through their lenses and sketches. From Arnold Genthe's timeless photograph taken in 1917 to an art deco sketch featuring both Isadora and her pupils in Paris during the roaring twenties – these images immortalize her legacy. Though tragically cut short at age fifty by untimely circumstances in 1927, Isadora Duncan remains an everlasting icon whose spirit continues to inspire dancers worldwide. Her contributions to modern dance will forever be remembered as she defied boundaries with grace and passion. Join us as we delve into the life and artistry of this remarkable woman – ISADORA DUNCAN (1877-1927).