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Lady and gentleman falling at a ball (colour litho)
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Lady and gentleman falling at a ball (colour litho)
3096453 Lady and gentleman falling at a ball (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lady and gentleman falling at a ball. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22488996
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Accident Ball Dress Choreography Dance Floor Danced Evening Dress Fall Falling Fans Fell Long Gloves Monocle Monocles Partner Partners Tuxedo Accidents
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This vibrant and whimsical print captures a moment of sheer misfortune at a grand ball. In this early 20th-century postcard, an English lady and gentleman find themselves in an unexpected predicament as they take a tumble on the dance floor. The colour litho technique brings out the vividness of their evening attire - the lady donning an elegant ball dress with long gloves, while her partner is dressed impeccably in a tuxedo. As they danced gracefully to the rhythm of the music, fate intervened, causing them to lose their balance. With eyes widened behind his monocle and her fan held high in surprise, both figures are frozen mid-fall. The red hues accentuate their embarrassment and add a touch of drama to this comical scene. The artist's attention to detail is evident through every element captured within this postcard: from the carefully choreographed dancers around them to the spectators who gasp at their unfortunate accident. This image serves as a reminder that even amidst elegance and sophistication, accidents can happen to anyone. Preserved within a private collection, this print invites us into a bygone era where social gatherings were filled with grace and charm but also moments of unintended hilarity. It reminds us that even when life takes an unexpected turn, it's important to embrace these mishaps with laughter and carry on dancing through whatever challenges come our way.
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