Polka Collection (page 3)

As You Like It, Polka, Adam Wright (colour litho)
976311 As You Like It, Polka, Adam Wright (colour litho) by Concanen, Alfred (1835-86); Private Collection; (add.info.: As You Like It, Polka, Adam Wright. Music cover)

As You Like It, Polka, Adam Wright (colour litho)
976310 As You Like It, Polka, Adam Wright (colour litho) by Concanen, Alfred (1835-86); Private Collection; (add.info.: As You Like It, Polka, Adam Wright. Music cover.); © Look and Learn

La Polka du Hanneton, by Charles Ferlus - sheet music cover, late 19th century
LSE4107859 La Polka du Hanneton, by Charles Ferlus - sheet music cover, late 19th century by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: La Polka du Hanneton)

She sat down to the piano and struck the first notes to a polka (colour litho)
3627130 She sat down to the piano and struck the first notes to a polka (colour litho) by Delaspre, H. (fl.1894-1915); Private Collection; (add.info)

Great Exhibition Polka, 1851 (coloured engraving)
611301 Great Exhibition Polka, 1851 (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Great Exhibition Polka)

The Queens Concert Rooms, Hanover Square (coloured engraving)
558219 The Queens Concert Rooms, Hanover Square (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Queens Concert Rooms, Hanover Square)

The Queens State Ball, the State Ball-Room, the Polka (engraving)
1617520 The Queens State Ball, the State Ball-Room, the Polka (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Queens State Ball, the State Ball-Room, the Polka)

A Parisian Dancing Lesson (litho)
1038748 A Parisian Dancing Lesson (litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Parisian Dancing Lesson)

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M. elle Carlotta Grisi and M. Perrot in the Polka, at Her Majestys Theatre, 1844
M.elle Carlotta Grisi and M. Perrot in the Polka, at Her Majestys Theatre, 1844. Sheet music composed by Louis-Antoine Jullien, with illustrations of dancers Carlotta Grisi and Jules Perrot

Girl in Polka Dots

French woman wearing the fashion of October 1791.. French woman wearing the fashion of October 1791. She wears a bonnet with flowers and ribbons, large wig, fichu (neckerchief)

AMELIA BLOOMER / POLKA
AMELIA BLOOMER American reformer who wore full trousers for women now known as bloomers Date: 1818 - 1894

Sheet music for three polkas, mid 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Sheet music for three polkas, mid 19th century. " Les Contemporaines" - 3 favorite German polkas with illustrations: " La plus belle" by Labitzki

Carlotta Grisi (1819-1899) and Jules Perrot (1810-1892) in La Polka by Cesare Pugni, 1844-1845. Private Collection

La polka, 1840s. Private Collection

Sheet Music Cover - New Year Polka

Fanny Cerrito (1817-1909) and Arthur Saint-Leon (1821-1870) in La Polka by Cesare Pugni, c. 1843. Private Collection

Booklet of instructions for a Fantascope, 1833. Artist: Thomas Mann Baynes
Booklet of instructions for a Fantascope, 1833. The Fantascope or Phenakistoscope was an optical toy depending on persistence of vision for its effect

Lady on a 1929 Royal Enfield motorcycle
Lady on 1929 Royal Enfield 350cc side valve motorcycle in a country lane circa 1930

Micro Bikini Top 1950S
A fresh faced model with chestnut curls and a beaming smile adjusts the narrow spaghetti straps to her red & white polka dot bikini top which she wears with shorts

Dancing The Polka At A Ball In 1830. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte Vom Mittelalter Bis Zur Gegenwart By Eduard Fuchs, Published 1912

Two Dachshund Puppies Inside A Polka Dot Christmas Gift Box

Diana, Princess of Wales, in St Marys, Scilly Isles
Diana, Princess of Wales (1961-1997) pregnant with William, wearing a polka dot maternity dress with frilled collar and cuffs in front of crowds while on a visit to St Mary s, Isles of Scilly

Sea-suits for sunning and swimming 1930
Women models relaxing with the latest beach pyjamas, (left model), Distinctly nautical air, and is made of sponge cloth and cotton in natural colours with wavy stripes, from Army and Navy Stores

Music cover, The Floral Hall Polka, by Albert Reinhold. circa 1850s

Music cover, The Bloomer Polkas -- The Promenade and The At Home. circa 1850s

Music cover, The Bouquet Polka, by Alexander J Pecket. circa 1870s

Music cover, The Bloomer Polka & Bloomer Schottische, dedicated to Mrs Colonel Bloomer circa 1850s

Music cover, National Polkas by Camille Schubert
Music cover, National Polkas (Les Rivalles) from France and Bohemia, composed and arranged for piano by Camille Schubert, and dedicated to the Marquess of Londonderry. circa 1840s

Skirt suit for holidays or cruises, 1932
A skirt suit of uncrushable silk wool blend in an off white shade with cream tints, with a vest, braces and scarf in a polka dot pomegranate shaded material. Suitable for holidays or cruises

Music cover, The Stable Call Polka, by J G Jones, Master of the Band, dedicated to Captain Coster of the 16th Queens Lancers. circa 1850s

Music cover, The Royal Middies Polka, composed by Edward Slack, with portraits of Prince Albert Victor and Prince George (Later King George V). circa 1882

Music cover, Sunbeam Polka, by Nellie Varney, dedicated to Lady Brassey (Anna Brassey), who wrote a popular travel book entitled A Voyage in the Sunbeam. circa late 1870s

Music cover, La Polka-Mazurka de St Petersbourg, arranged for piano by F Dumouchel circa 1850s

Music cover, Tambour et Trompette, Polka by Theodore Blangini. circa 1850s

Music cover, Saint Petersbourg, Polka-Mazurka, written for piano by Louis Chollet. circa 1850s

Music cover, Polka des Chasseurs by Frederic Brisson
Music cover, Polka des Chasseurs, written for piano by Frederic Brisson. circa 1850s

Music cover, Rose de Mai, Polka by A Pasdeloup
Music cover, Rose de Mai, Polka, based on themes from Val d Andorre by Halevy, written for piano by A Pasdeloup. circa 1850s

Music cover, Musidora, Polka-Mazurka by W Strauss. circa 1850s

Music cover, Mercedes & Haydee by Emma Sengel
Music cover, Mercedes & Haydee, written for piano by Emma Sengel circa 1850s

Music cover, Louisa Polka-Mazurka by Lucien Lambert. circa 1850s

Music cover, Les Parisiennes, Three New Polkas, L Enjouee, La Coquette, La Gracieuse, by Frederic Burgmuller circa 1850s

Music cover, Les Filles de Marbre by Montaubry, Polka des Pieces d Or and Polka-Mazurka, arranged for piano by Charles Bizot. circa 1850s

Music cover, Les Deux Soeurs by Heintz -- Valentine Waltz and Pepita Polka. circa 1850s

Music cover, Les Bords du Rhin, Polka by Leduc
Music cover, Les Bords du Rhin, Polka written for piano by Alphonse Leduc circa 1850s

Music cover, Le Chateau D Asnieres, Polka by Alphonse Leduc. circa 1850s

Music cover, Le Caid, Polka of the Bedouins by Pasdeloup
Music cover, Le Caid, Polka of the Bedouins, written for piano by H Pasdeloup, from the comic opera by Ambroise Thomas. circa 1850s

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"Polka: A Timeless Dance and Fashion Statement" From the vibrant 1940s to the modern era, it has left an indelible mark on various aspects of our lives. This lively dance form, accompanied by its catchy tunes, has transcended generations and cultures. In the 1940s, as Margaret Thatcher was making her mark in politics, girls were seen enjoying a leisurely game of bowls while swaying to the rhythm beats. The music cover for "Two Marionettes Polka" captured the essence of this joyful dance with its playful illustrations. Not limited to just music, it also found its way into fashion trends. The Poodle Polka became a sensation in the '50s when women adorned themselves with charming poodle-themed accessories and clothing items. Meanwhile, iconic images like William Barribal's artwork on The Bystander front cover showcased elegant ladies donning polka dot bikinis or flaunting their figures in teeny weeny bikinis. Artists like David Wright celebrated not only the dance but also its influence on design. His Streamline Fuselage depicted sleek aircraft inspired by polka's rhythmic movements—a testament to how this dance style permeated every aspect of life. The LA Tarasque Polka brought a touch of exoticism to this beloved genre as it incorporated elements from different cultures into its melodies and steps. It served as a reminder that polka had become more than just a European tradition; it had evolved into an international phenomenon. Musicians like Alphonse Cary added their own twist to traditional tunes with compositions such as "The Electric Polka, " blending classic sounds with contemporary electronic beats—an innovative take on an age-old art form. Even royalty couldn't resist being swept away by polkas' infectious energy.