Losch Collection

Patrons of the Cafe Royal
Sketches by H. H. Harris of various well-known artists, writers and celebrities of the 1930s who were regular patrons of the Cafe Royal in Regent Street, London

Tilly Losch and child evacuees, Highclere
Tilly Losch, Countess of Carnarvon, (1903-1975) hosting child evacuees, at Highclere Castle, Newbury. Article captioned, The Food of Love, by Edwin Evans

Tilly Losch (1903-1975), also known as Ottilie Herbert, and later Countess of Carnarvon, was an Austrian dancer, actress and painter

The dancer Tilly Losch, 1930 Date: 1930

A portrait of Tilly Losch, 1931
A portrait of the Viennese dancer Tilly Losch, 1931 Date: 1931

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

Cecil Beatons bedroom, his guests and his fantails
The top photograph shows Cecil Beaton at home with guests at Ashcombe House; from l-r: Miss Tilly Losch, Mrs Harcourt Smith, Sir Alfred Beit, Lady Charles Cavendish, Miss Tallulah Bankhead

Tilly Losch (1926) Date: 1926

On Board the Berengaria
Notable members of the R.M.S. Berengarias ships company on a voyage to New York. Left to right in the group are Horace Nelson, Eugene Palette, Mrs Hsiung, Mr Hsiung (author of the play)

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Amidst the glamour and elegance of the Cafe Royal in the 1930s, Tilly Losch, the enigmatic and captivating dancer, was a regular patron, mingling with the high society crowd. With her expressive eyes and magnetic presence, she left a lasting impression on all who met her. In one notable instance, Tilly was photographed with child evacuees at Highclere Castle, showcasing her compassionate side. Her image, captured in 1930, reveals a tender moment amidst the chaos of war. Another portrait of Tilly, taken in the same year, showcases her striking beauty and grace as a dancer. Her artistry was celebrated by the avant-garde set, including the renowned photographer Cecil Beaton. Cecil Beaton's bedroom was a gathering place for his eccentric guests, and Tilly was a frequent visitor. Her presence is immortalized in a photograph from 1926, where she poses with Beaton's fantails, adding a touch of whimsy to the scene. Tilly's allure extended beyond the confines of London. In 1931, she was photographed on board the SS Berengaria, en route to New York for a performance. Her image, poised and confident, radiates an air of sophistication. The Hambro-Beaton wedding in 1934 was a society event of the decade, and Tilly was there, dazzling in a Moroccan-inspired costume. Her performance that night was a testament to her versatility and artistry, leaving the guests in awe.