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Dancing Lesson at Home

A well-to-do family employ a dancing-master to teach them the quadrille - proficiency in dancing was a necessary accomplishment for anyone with social pretensions

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1817 Employ Lesson Lessons Master Pretensions Proficiency Quadrille Teach Accomplishment


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A Dancing Lesson at Home: The Necessity of Quadrille Proficiency in Early 19th Century Society This image from 1817, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts an elegant family engaged in a dancing lesson at their well-appointed home. The family, dressed in the height of fashionable attire, has employed a dancing-master to teach them the intricacies of the popular quadrille dance. During the Regency and Victorian eras, proficiency in dancing was considered an essential accomplishment for anyone with social pretensions. Dancing was not only a form of entertainment but also a way to display one's breeding, manners, and grace. The quadrille, a lively and complex dance for four couples, was particularly favored by the upper classes due to its social significance and challenging steps. The scene unfolds in a spacious drawing room adorned with ornate furnishings and elegant decor. The dancing-master stands at the center, guiding the family through the intricate movements of the dance. The mother and father, dressed in formal attire, lead their children, who are attentively following their parents' every move. The room is filled with an air of concentration and anticipation, as each family member strives to perfect their technique. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, providing insight into the societal expectations and values of the time. The image underscores the importance of dancing as a means of social interaction and self-improvement, as well as the role of the dancing-master in shaping the social lives of the elite. The elegance and grace of the family, captured in this moment, serve as a testament to the enduring allure of dancing and the significance it held in the lives of the well-to-do during the early 19th century.

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