Fanny Elssler Collection

Fanny Elssler (1810-1884) Austrian dancer here dancing cachucha in ballet "Le diable boiteux" June 1836
1728577 Fanny Elssler (1810-1884) Austrian dancer here dancing cachucha in ballet "Le diable boiteux" June 1836, at Paris opera house

The Minuet de la Cour (engraving)
1617004 The Minuet de la Cour (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Minuet de la Cour. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 29 April 1843)

Fanny Elssler, Florinde (engraving)
5198382 Fanny Elssler, Florinde (engraving) by Smith, Edwin Dalton (1800-p.1866); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fanny Elssler, Florinde)

Fanny Elssler (engraving)
1616848 Fanny Elssler (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fanny Elssler. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 25 February 1843)

Md. elle Fanny Eissler dancing "The Saragossa", 1844. Creator: Unknown
Md.elle Fanny Eissler dancing " The Saragossa", 1844. Austrian ballerina Fanny Elssler performing. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol I

Ballet dancer Fanny Elssler (1810-1884), 1834. Private Collection

Portrait of the Ballet dancer Fanny Elssler (1810-1884), Early 1840s. Private Collection

Krakowiak, danced by Fanny Elssler (1810-1884) in ballet La Gipsy, c1840. Private Collection

Fanny Elssler dancing the cracovienne, c. 1840. Private Collection

Fanny Elssler as Florinda in the dance La Cachucha (ballet Le Diable boiteux), 1836. From a private collection

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Fanny Elssler was a renowned Austrian ballerina in the 19th century, known for her captivating performances and innovative choreography. Her graceful movements and expressive storytelling on stage captivated audiences across Europe, earning her international acclaim as one of the greatest dancers of her time. Elssler's talent and charisma made her a star of the Romantic era, with critics praising her technical skill and emotional depth in roles such as Giselle and La Sylphide. She was also known for popularizing the "fanny step," a signature move that showcased her agility and precision. Offstage, Elssler was admired for her intelligence, wit, and independent spirit. She defied societal norms by pursuing a career in dance at a time when women were expected to prioritize marriage and motherhood. Her determination to succeed in a male-dominated field inspired generations of female artists to follow their passions. Despite facing challenges throughout her career, including competition from other talented dancers like Marie Taglioni, Fanny Elssler remained dedicated to her artistry until she retired from performing in 1845. Her legacy lives on through the influence she had on ballet technique and style, as well as the lasting impact she made on the history of dance.