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Grand Polish Ball, Guildhall in London, circa 1848
Ladies and gentlemen bearing small Polish pennants during a Grand Polish Ball at the Guildhall in London, circa 1848. Polish French composer and pianist Frederic Chopin performed at the 1848 Polish Ball, a year before his death. (Photo by Rischgitz/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Rischgitz
Media ID 14441107
© 2010 Getty Images
Ball Dancing Flag High Society Medium Group Of People Ballgown Formal Attire
Greetings Card Large (A4)
Step into the enchanting world of history with our exquisite Greetings Cards from Media Storehouse's Fine Art Collection. This stunning design features a captivating image of a Grand Polish Ball at the Guildhall in London, circa 1848, as depicted by the renowned artist Rischgitz. Ladies and gentlemen, elegantly dressed and bearing small Polish pennants, dance and mingle in this magnificent setting, transporting you back in time. Add a touch of history and sophistication to your correspondence with these beautifully crafted cards. Perfect for special occasions or simply to brighten someone's day.
Create your own large greetings card. Size when folded is A4 (21x30cm or 8.3x11.7 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21cm x 29.7cm (8.3" x 11.7")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 29.7cm (16.5" x 11.7")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print takes us back in time to the elegant Grand Polish Ball held at the Guildhall in London, circa 1848. The image captures a moment of utmost sophistication and grandeur as men and women donning exquisite ballgowns and formal attire gracefully dance together. Each lady proudly holds a small Polish pennant, symbolizing their connection to Poland during this prestigious event. One cannot overlook the significance of this particular ball, as it featured the renowned Polish French composer and pianist Frederic Chopin, who mesmerized the audience with his musical genius. Little did they know that this would be one of his final performances before his untimely death just a year later. The atmosphere depicted in this photograph exudes high society charm, transporting us into an era where elegance was paramount. The chandeliers hanging from above cast a soft glow on the dancers' faces while adding to the opulence of the scene. Preserved by Rischgitz/Hulton Archive/Getty Images, this historical snapshot offers us a glimpse into an enchanting world frozen in time. It serves as a reminder of both cultural celebrations and artistic brilliance that transcend generations.
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