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A ballroom scene (top) and sailors and peasants
A ballroom scene (top) and sailors and peasants dancing the fashionable waltz during the French Revolutionary era. Lithograph from Henry Rene Allemagnes Sports and Games of Skill (Sports et Jeux d Adresse), Librairie Hachette, Paris, 1903
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Allemagne Ball Ballroom Dadresse Jeux Pastime Peasants Rene Revolution Sailors Skill Waltz Games
Large Photo Mug (15 oz)
Bring the elegance of the French Revolutionary era to your daily routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mugs. Featuring a stunning top image of a grand ballroom scene, and a captivating bottom design of sailors and peasants dancing the fashionable waltz, these mugs transport you back in time. Each mug showcases high-quality prints from Mary Evans Prints Online, ensuring vibrant and long-lasting images. Perfect for tea or coffee, these unique mugs make thoughtful gifts or a delightful addition to your own collection. Relive history, one sip at a time.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
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In this lithograph from the French publication "Sports et Jeux d'Adresse" by Henry Rene Allemagne, we witness an extraordinary scene of unity and joy during the French Revolutionary era. The top portion of the image showcases a grand ballroom filled with elegantly dressed aristocrats, soldiers, and even sailors, all engrossed in the fashionable waltz. The waltz, a dance that gained immense popularity during the late 18th and early 19th centuries, was once considered scandalous due to its close contact between partners. However, in this scene, it serves as a symbol of unity and enjoyment, transcending social classes. The bottom portion of the image reveals an unexpected twist. A group of peasants, dressed in simple attire, are also seen dancing the waltz in a nearby open area. This scene represents the democratization of dance and entertainment during the French Revolution, where the common people were given the opportunity to experience the same joys and pastimes as their aristocratic counterparts. The music, provided by a lively band, sets the rhythm for both the ballroom and the peasants' dance, creating a harmonious blend of elegance and simplicity. This beautiful and intricately detailed lithograph, produced by the Librairie Hachette in Paris in 1903, captures the essence of a unique moment in history where the boundaries of class and social norms were momentarily forgotten, allowing for a shared experience of fun, entertainment, and leisure.
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