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Albertina Rasch (1925)
Albertina Rasch, the dance instructor head of the Rasch Dancing Troupe (1925) Date: 1925
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© Mary Evans / Jazz Age Club Collection
Albertina Ballroom Instructor Rasch Troupe 1925 December Deco
18"x18" (46x46cm) Pillow
18"x18" (46x46cm) Faux Suede Pillow with a plush soft feel. Your choice of image fills the front, with a stone colored faux suede back. Flat sewn concealed white zip.
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Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 45.7cm (18" x 18")
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This image captures Albertina Rasch, the charismatic and innovative dance instructor who headed the renowned Rasch Dancing Troupe in the 1920s. Dressed in an elegant, form-fitting dress adorned with Art Deco patterns, Rasch exudes confidence and grace as she demonstrates a jazz dance step to her students. The December 1925 issue of a popular magazine showcases this photograph, highlighting the growing popularity of dance as an essential form of entertainment in the 1920s. Born in 1884, Rasch was a pioneer in the dance world, introducing new techniques and styles to her troupe, which included the Charleston and the Foxtrot. Her troupe became a sensation, performing for high society and in vaudeville theaters across the United States and Europe. Rasch's influence extended beyond her troupe, as she also authored several dance instruction books and choreographed for Broadway shows. This photograph is a testament to the excitement and energy of the 1920s, a time when dance was a powerful form of artistic expression and a symbol of the modern, Jazz Age. The image's Art Deco aesthetic, with its bold lines and geometric shapes, further emphasizes the era's distinctive visual style. This photograph is not only a valuable historical record but also a stunning work of art in its own right.
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