Cotillion Collection

The French Court at Compiegne (engraving)
1611537 The French Court at Compiegne (engraving) by Thorigny, Felix (1824-70) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The French Court at Compiegne)

Cotillion, from Worlds Dudes series (N31) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888

The Cotillion Dance, 1831. Private Collection

The Cotillion Dance, 1771. Private Collection

The Cotillion Dance, 1828. Private Collection

Dancing the cotillion
The cotillion, a formal dance circa 1900. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a painting by Henri Tenre

Cotillion Lounge, Jung Hotel, New Orleans, USA
View inside the Cotillion Lounge, Jung Hotel, Canal Street, New Orleans, USA. Date: 1943

Dancing a cotillion 1788
A fashionable couple dancing a cotillion in 1788. Their costume is somewhat exaggerated with the woman wearing an enormous hat. Date: 1788

Cotillion World Dudes series N31 Allen & Ginter Cigarettes
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Riverside Church, New York, NY
Vintage linen postcard showing the exterior of Riverside Church located at Riverside Drive and 122nd Street. The tower of the church houses the Laura-Spelman Rockefeller Memorial Cotillion

COTILLION, CHRISTMAS, 1868. A cotillion danced in the ballroom of Buckingham Palace, London, England, during the Christmas season, 1868. Contemporary wood engraving

People dancing the Cotillion in a London ballroom
People dancing the Cotillion in a fashionable London ballroom

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"Cotillion: A Timeless Dance of Elegance and Grace" Step back in time to the enchanting French Court at Compiegne, where the origins of the cotillion dance can be traced. This captivating engraving from 1888 depicts a scene from Allen & Ginter Cigarettes' World Dudes series, showcasing the allure and sophistication of this cherished social tradition. From its humble beginnings in the 18th century to its prominence throughout history, the cotillion has remained an emblem of refined society. Immerse yourself in the elegance and grandeur captured in these vintage depictions - The Cotillion Dance of 1831, 1771, and 1828 - each revealing intricate choreography and exquisite costumes that adorned dancers as they twirled across ballroom floors. Traveling across continents, we find ourselves at New Orleans' iconic Jung Hotel's Cotillion Lounge. Here, amidst jazz-infused melodies and vibrant energy, generations have gathered to revel in this timeless dance form. Transported further into history by a mesmerizing image from 1788, we witness couples gracefully gliding through intricate patterns with poise and finesse. The essence of camaraderie is palpable as participants engage in synchronized movements that epitomize unity on the dance floor. The allure of cotillions transcends borders; it is a universal language spoken by those who appreciate beauty in motion. As depicted by Allen & Ginter Cigarettes' World Dudes series N31 artwork or witnessed firsthand within London's Buckingham Palace during Christmas season celebrations in 1868 - this enchanting dance knows no bounds. Today, even modern venues like Riverside Church in New York City pay homage to this age-old tradition. Within their hallowed halls echoes laughter mingling with music as individuals come together for an evening filled with gracefulness reminiscent of times gone by.