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Emma Livry in Costume for the Ballet of Herculaneum, 1859 (b / w photo)
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Emma Livry in Costume for the Ballet of Herculaneum, 1859 (b / w photo)
1701010 Emma Livry in Costume for the Ballet of Herculaneum, 1859 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); (add.info.: Emma Livry (born as Jeanne Emma Emarot or Emma Marie Emarot; 24 September 1842 - 26 July 1863) was a French ballerina who was one of the last ballerinas of the Romantic ballet era and a protegee of Marie Taglioni. She died from complications after burn injuries sustained when her costume caught fire during a rehearsal.)
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This print captures the mesmerizing Emma Livry in her exquisite costume for the Ballet of Herculaneum, performed in 1859. Taken by a French photographer during the 19th century, this image showcases the grace and beauty of one of the last ballerinas from the Romantic ballet era. Emma Livry, born as Jeanne Emma Emarot or Emma Marie Emarot, was a talented protegee of Marie Taglioni. Tragically, her life was cut short due to a horrific accident during a rehearsal when her costume caught fire. The complications from her burn injuries ultimately led to her untimely death. In this photograph, we see Livry illuminated by gaslight, adding an ethereal quality to her presence. Her attire is meticulously detailed and reflects both elegance and danger simultaneously. It serves as a reminder that even within art forms as graceful as dance, there can be inherent risks involved. The image captures not only Livry's talent but also highlights the dangerous nature of performing arts during that time period. It reminds us of how far safety measures have come since then. This historical piece transports us back to an era where dancers like Livry pushed boundaries while facing perilous circumstances. It stands as a poignant tribute to an extraordinary artist whose life was tragically cut short but whose legacy continues to inspire generations of dancers today.
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