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Music cover for Julliens American Polka
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Music cover for Julliens American Polka
Music cover for Julliens American Polka (part of Louis Antoine Julliens Celebrated Polkas series), based on popular American melodies and dedicated to Mr Thompson of Glasgow. Three elegant couples are depicted, dancing at a ball. At the top is an arrangement of American flags, with an eagle above
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1850s Antoine Ball Room Carpet Celebrated Chandelier Couples Curtain Dancer Dancers Dedicated Dresses Eagle Garland Garlands Glasgow Jullien Melodies Outstretched Polka Polkas Stars Stripes Tails Tartan Thompson Urns Wings
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This music cover for Jullien's American Polkas, part of Louis Antoine Jullien's Celebrated Polkas series, showcases an elegant and lively Victorian-era ballroom scene. Three graceful couples, dressed in fashionable attire of the 1850s, are depicted in the midst of a spirited polka dance. The gentlemen wear tailcoats with cravats and top hats, while the ladies don elegant dresses with full skirts and intricate detailing. At the top of the cover, an arrangement of American flags is proudly displayed, with an eagle perched above, symbolizing the pride and patriotism of the time. The setting is further enhanced by a grand urn, adorned with garlands and flowers, and a chandelier casting a warm, inviting glow over the dancers. The cover is dedicated to Mr. Thompson of Glasgow, a testament to the popularity and reach of Jullien's music across the Atlantic. The melody series was based on popular American melodies, making it a unique blend of European and American influences. The outstretched hands of the dancers and the stars in the background add to the sense of celebration and joy. The cover also features subtle details such as a curtain with tartan patterns, a blue carpet, and pink walls, adding to the overall Victorian aesthetic. This beautiful and historic image captures the essence of an evening of dance and music in the 19th century.
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