Gavotte Collection

Sketches at the Painters Masque, Royal Institute (engraving)
1594890 Sketches at the Painters Masque, Royal Institute (engraving) by Ludlow, Henry (Hal) Stephen (b.1861, fl.1880-1925); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches at the Painters Masque)

Minuet and gavotte at the Old Glasgow Dancing Assembly
A group of dancers who took part in a revival of the minuet and the gavotte at the Old Glasgow Dancing Assembly held under the auspices of the Provands Lordship Club

Dancing: The Gavotte, 1780 (litho)
6027879 Dancing: The Gavotte, 1780 (litho) by Macquoid, Percy (1852-1925); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Gavotte, 1780)

Anna Pavlova dancing a Gavotte, 1922. Private Collection

Gavotte, c. 1815. Artist: Meynier Saint-Fal (1762-1840)
Gavotte, c. 1815. From a private collection

Advert for Neet hair removing cream (1927) featuring the a story relating to dance called The Tangette - a cross between the Argentine Tango and the French Gavotte requiring the utmost of grace

Mr & Mrs Vernon Castles New Dances for the Winter (part 2 of 2): The Castle Gavotte Date: 1914

Breton Girls Dancing, Pont-Aven, 1888 (oil on canvas)
XOS744795 Breton Girls Dancing, Pont-Aven, 1888 (oil on canvas) by Gauguin, Paul (1848-1903); 73 x 92.7 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC, USA; French, out of copyright

The Gavotte. Rural party the 27th June 1901 at the Marie-Antoniete pavilion, Trianon Palace. Published on L Illustration

The Gavotte. Rural Party
BAKST, L on (1866-1924). Sherezade. Nijinsky as the sultan for the performance of the ballet Sherezade. Oil on canvas

STATUE OF LIBERTY, 1885. Liberty Enlightening the World. American sheet music cover, 1885, for compositions by Frederick A. Rothstein

Costumes 18th Century
Aristocratic costumes of the late 18th century. The period was light-hearted, the dances, such as the quadrille and gavotte, were stately and unambitious. Date: late 18th century

Cover design for Fiocco violin and piano duets
Cover design for a book of ten violin and piano pieces by the 18th century Belgian (Flemish) composer and violinist Joseph-Hector Fiocco (1703-1741), arranged by Arthur Bent and Norman O Neill

The Gavotte by Florence Hardy
Two children, dressed in 18th century costume, the boy in a wig and frock coat dance a gavotte together

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"The Gavotte: A Timeless Dance of Elegance and Grace" Step back in time to the enchanting world of the gavotte, a dance that has captivated hearts for centuries. From its origins in 17th-century France to its enduring popularity in the early 20th century, this graceful and refined dance has left an indelible mark on history. In 1927, an advert for Neet hair removing cream showcased the elegance of the gavotte. As women prepared themselves for a night of dancing, they turned to Neet to ensure their appearance was flawless and their movements fluid. Sketches at the Painters Masque, Royal Institute depicted dancers gracefully gliding across the floor as they performed intricate steps and patterns. The litho print "Dancing: The Gavotte" from 1780 captured the essence of this beloved dance form with its delicate lines and expressive poses. The Old Glasgow Dancing Assembly became a hub for minuets and gavottes, where couples twirled under sparkling chandeliers. Young sweethearts found solace in each other's arms as they embraced this romantic dance style. Renowned ballerina Anna Pavlova mesmerized audiences worldwide when she danced a gavotte in 1922. Her ethereal grace brought life to every step, showcasing her mastery of this timeless art form. Meynier Saint-Fal's painting from c. 1815 immortalized a couple engaged in an elegant gavotte. Their costumes exuded opulence while their synchronized movements demonstrated perfect harmony. Mr & Mrs Vernon Castles introduced new dances for winter celebrations; part one and two showcased how couples embraced the gaiety of these social gatherings through spirited performances filled with laughter and joy. Parisian caricatures humorously portrayed individuals attempting to master this sophisticated dance form but often falling short – reminding us that even amidst refinement there is room for lightheartedness.