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Fine Art Print : Dancing at the James Hazen Hyde Ball, New York, January 31, 1905 (silver gelatin print)
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Dancing at the James Hazen Hyde Ball, New York, January 31, 1905 (silver gelatin print)
MNY381615 Dancing at the James Hazen Hyde Ball, New York, January 31, 1905 (silver gelatin print) by Byron Company (fl.1890-1942); 27.9x35.6 cm; Museum of the City of New York, USA; (add.info.: James Hazen Hyde (1876-1959) American millionaire socialite who inherited majority shares in the Equitable Life Assurance Society; His opulent New Years Eve party of 1905 had a c18th French motif and filled two ballrooms at Sherrys Hotel; Equitable subsided into chaos later that year after Hyde was accused of being too frivolous to run an insurance company; ); eMuseum of the City of New York; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22922064
© Museum of the City of New York / Bridgeman Images
Decadence Decadent Garland Garlands Gilded Age Opulence Pierrot Ruff Themed B W Photo Black And White Photograph Fancy Dress
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the elegance and charm of the past with our exquisite fine art print, "Dancing at the James Hazen Hyde Ball, New York, January 31, 1905" by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder. This stunning silver gelatin print, originally captured by the Byron Company, transports you back in time to a grand social event of the early 20th century. The image, now part of the Museum of the City of New York's collection, showcases a lively scene of dancers in elegant attire, lost in the moment as they twirl and spin on the dance floor. Add this beautiful piece to your home or office to infuse it with timeless sophistication and charm.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph captures a moment of opulence and decadence at the James Hazen Hyde Ball in New York on January 31,1905. The silver gelatin print by Byron Company showcases the grandeur of this extravagant event, which was held at Sherrys Hotel. The ballroom is adorned with garlands and filled with guests dressed in elaborate costumes, transporting us back to the gilded age of American society. Men donning ruffs and women wearing fancy dress create a visual spectacle that epitomizes the theme of the evening - an 18th-century French motif. At the center of attention is James Hazen Hyde himself, an American millionaire socialite who inherited majority shares in Equitable Life Assurance Society. Known for his flamboyant lifestyle, Hyde spared no expense in organizing this lavish New Year's Eve party. However, beneath all the glamour lies a tale of downfall. Later that year, Equitable Life Assurance Society fell into chaos as Hyde faced accusations of being too frivolous to run an insurance company. Nevertheless, this photograph remains as a testament to an era defined by excess and extravagance. It serves as a reminder of both the allure and consequences associated with indulgence during America's gilded age.
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