Gaby Collection

Gaby Deslys dancer, singer and actress 1881-1920
Gaby Deslys (Marie-Elise Gabrielle Claire) French dancer, singer and actress. Died young of a throat infection caused by Spanish influenza

Gaby Deslys and her gowns by Drian 1913
Gaby Deslys (1881-1920), French actress, dancer and singer, pictured in a variety of lavish outfits designed by Drian and realised by Landolff for her latest revue at the Palace Theatre, London

Gaby Deslys / 1913
GABY DESLYS French singer and music hall artiste

5064 Gerrard by Cosmo Gordon Lennox and Robert Hale
5064 Gerrard revue by Cosmo Gordon Lennox and Robert Hale; music arranged by Willy Redestone. Artist Harold Smith. The revue was first produced at the Alhambra Theatre, Leicester Square

Gaby Deslys, 1915
Celebrated French actress and music hall artiste Gaby Deslys (1881-1920), pictured in stage costume for her role of Lady Lil in the new burlesque at the Duke of Yorks Theatre in London, Rosy Rapture

Gaby Deslys, 1914
French actress and music hall artiste, Gaby Deslys pictured in rather glamorous caricature. At the time, she was appearing in the revue, The Passing Show, at the Palace Theatre, London. 1914

Advertising / Food / Pasta
Gaby Pastina Gelatinosa may sound disgusting, it may look disgusting, but its frightfully good for the young, the old, the sick and the feeble

When Can I Have A Banana Again
An illustrated WW2 music sheet cover for When Can I Have A Banana Again, words and music by Nat Mills, Gaby Rogers and Harry Roy

Goodnight Children Everywhere
An illustrated WW2 music sheet cover for Goodnight Children Everywhere, written and composed by Gaby Rogers and Harry Phillips. Featured and broadcast by Gracie Fields in France

Poster, Samuel Cody, Velodrome de la Seine, Paris
EARLY AVIATION PIONEERS - THE SAMUEL CODY ARCHIVE: S. F. Cody Wild West Show (c.1893). Known as a showman, sharpshooter, horseman, aviator and aircraft designer

Gaby Deslys, variety star
Gaby Deslys (1881-1920), a French singer, actress and variety star. These photographs are being used to publicize her appearance in Les Caprices de Suzette at the Alhambra Theatre in London

Sheet music for the Gaby Fox Trot featuring Gabys Deslys and Jules Raucourt, 1915 Date: 1915

Gaby Deslys, French singer and actress
Gaby Deslys (Marie-Elise-Gabrielle Caire, 1881-1920), French singer and actress. Date: circa late 1910s

How Paris Dresses for Peace - Fashion in 1919
Page from The Sketch reporting on various fashions sighted in Paris in the peace year of 1919 demonstrating the beginnings of 1920s style

Gaby Deslys / Beagles
GABY DESLYS French singer and music hall artiste, wearing a fancy costume Date: 1884 - 1920

Gaby Deslys, born Marie-Elise-Gabrielle Caire, 1881 - 1920. Fench singer and actress of the early 20th century. From The Pageant of the Century, published 1934

Bubbly by John Hastings Turner
Flyer for Bubbly by J. Hastings Turner, presented by Ralph Haslam with music by Philip Braham. It was first produced at the Comedy Theatre in London, on 5th May 1917

Gaby Delys and Harry Pilcer Date: circa 1910s

Gaby Deslys / Pilcer
GABY DESLYS French singer and music hall artiste, dancing with Harry Pilcer Date: 1884 - 1920

The Gaby Doll scene from the New Cabaret Follies show at the Queens Hall Roof in costumes designed by Dolly Tree, London, 1924 Date: 1924

A portrait of Gaby Deslys adopting a novel from of transport, 1921 1921

Portrait of the famous French perfomer Gaby Deslys in a show at the Palace Theatre, London Date: 1922

Gaby Sylvia (1920 - 1980), French film actress

Gaby Deslys in Vera Violetta
Gaby Deslys (1884 - 1920), French actress, music hall artiste and sometime lover of King Manuel II of Portugal, pictured in 1912 when she was appearing in Vera Violetta at the Winter Garden Theatre

Four leaders of fashion on the Parisian stage, 1927
The mode and the muse - four leaders of fashion on the Parisian stage: Florence Walton (Jeanne Lanvin), Jane Renouardt (Jeanne Lanvin), Jane Marnac and Gaby Morlay (Jean Patou) 1927

J. M. Barrie and Gaby Deslys - Rosy Rapture
Sir James Matthew Barrie (1860 - 1937) Scottish novelist and dramatist caricatured by Simpson at the time he wrote Rosy Rapture the stage show in which the French actress Gaby Deslys starred during

Gaby Deslys (1881-1920), French actress, singer and dancer, pictured wearing a costume designed by the artist Drian and realised by the fashion couturier Paquin for the new revue

Tatler cover - Gaby Deslys
Front cover of The Tatler magazine featuring celebrated French actress, dancer and singer, Gaby Deslys (1881-1920) with her dance partner Harry Pilcer

Gaby Deslys & her role in the Portuguese revolution
Portrait of French actress and singer, Gaby Deslys (1881-1920), pictured in The Bystander wearing a particularly frivolous stage outfit

Bystander- Military officer collecting images of Gaby Deslys
A military officer, second in command, collecting images of the actress Gaby Deslys (1881-1920), as a way of improving the morale while fighting abroad. Date: 1916

Gaby Deslys sailing to England, 1915
Celebrated French actress and music hall artiste, Gaby Deslys (1881-1920), pictured showing her papers at Boulogne before sailing to England where she was to star in Rosy Rapture

Sketch front cover, Gaby Deslys in Rosy Rapture
Front cover of The Sketch magazine featuring French actress and music hall artiste, Gaby Deslys, in the role of Lady Lil in the J. M. Barrie burlesque, Rosy Rapture, which was a popular show in 1915

Gaby Deslys in Rosy Rapture
Caricature of French actress Gaby Deslys (1884-1920), picture in glamorous caricature at the time she was appearing in the burlesque, Rosy Rapture, written by J. M. Barrie. Date: 1915

Gaby Deslys, French Flag Day, WW1
French actress Gaby Deslys, pictured outside the Savoy Hotel on French Flag Day acknowledging a Scottish soldier in a kilt who raises his bonnet to her while a comrade buys a tricolour from her

Gaby Deslys, 1917
Gaby Deslys (1884 - 1920), French actress, music hall artiste and sometime lover of King Manuel II of Portugal, pictured in 1917 after recovering from a severe illness

British athletes undergoing light therapy before Olympics
British hopefuls for the 1928 Amsterdam Olympic Games are given a course of light therapy or ray treatment in a Westminster surgery Pictured are J. R. Major, V.P. Brown, F. Gaby, S. Ferris and H. A

WWI: WOMEN MARINES, 1918. Marine Corps Womens Reservists Minette Gaby, May English, Lillian Patterson, and Theresa Lake pasting recruitment posters on walls in New York City. Photograph, 1918

GABY DESLYS (1881-1920). French dancer, singer, and actress. Photograph, early 20th century

GABY DESLYS (1881-1920). French dancer, singer, and actress. Photograph, c1912

Mireille Balin 1937
Mireille Balin, French actress. Playing Gaby in Pepe Le Moko. One of the most glamorous and best loved actresses of pre-war French cinema. 1937

Mlle Gaby Pressy from the Folies Bergere, Paris, 1923 Date: 1923

The One & only Gaby
French actress and music hall artiste, Gaby Deslys painted by Barribal. Date: 1910

Gaby Deslys / 1907 Rug
GABY DESLYS French singer and music hall artiste, lying on a white rug

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"Gaby Deslys: The Iconic Dancer, Singer, and Actress of the Early 20th Century" Step into the glamorous world Deslys, a multi-talented performer who captivated audiences with her mesmerizing dance moves, enchanting voice, and undeniable acting skills. Born in 1881, this French sensation left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry before her untimely passing in 1920. In 1913, Gaby Deslys collaborated with renowned designer Drian to create stunning gowns that perfectly complemented her radiant stage presence. These exquisite creations became synonymous with elegance and sophistication. One of her notable performances was in "5064 Gerrard, " a captivating play by Cosmo Gordon Lennox and Robert Hale. Audiences were enthralled by Gaby's magnetic charisma as she effortlessly brought the character to life on stage. Throughout her career, Gaby continued to shine brightly. In 1915 and 1914 respectively, she wowed crowds with unforgettable shows that showcased her immense talent and versatility. Beyond the stage lights, it also dabbled in advertising. She lent her charm to promote various products such as food items like pasta – proving that even offstage she had a knack for captivating audiences' attention. Gaby's impact extended beyond entertainment; she touched hearts through powerful songs like "When Can I Have A Banana Again" and "Goodnight Children Everywhere. " Her melodic voice resonated deeply within listeners' souls. Her fame reached new heights when Samuel Cody immortalized her on a poster at Velodrome de la Seine in Paris. This tribute solidified Gaby's status as a true variety star whose influence knew no bounds. Though time may have passed since Gaby graced stages around the world, her legacy lives on today. Her name is forever etched in history as one of the most iconic performers of all time, leaving an indelible mark on the world of entertainment.