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Framed Print : Polka at a Hunt Ball
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Polka at a Hunt Ball
Dancing the polka at a hunt ball
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Media ID 582626
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10030452
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the exquisite "Polka at a Hunt Ball" framed print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This stunning 19th century image captures the essence of a lively hunt ball, with dancers gracefully performing the popular polka dance. The intricate details of their elaborate costumes and the lively expressions on their faces transport you back in time. Add this beautiful work of art to your home decor and bring a touch of historical elegance and charm to any room. Crafted with premium materials and meticulously framed, this framed print is a timeless treasure that is sure to impress. Order yours today and relive the magic of a bygone era.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Dancing the Polka at a Hunt Ball, 1858 This image, taken from Mary Evans Picture Library, transports us back in time to an elegant Hunt Ball held in the late 19th century. The photograph, captured in 1858, portrays a lively and spirited moment as dancers engage in the popular dance craze of the era - the Polka. The Polka, originating in Bohemia in the mid-1830s, quickly spread across Europe and the United States, becoming a cultural phenomenon by the mid-1850s. The dance, characterized by its lively, jumping steps, was considered daring and exhilarating, making it a favorite among the fashionable elite. In this photograph, we see a group of well-dressed men and women, their faces filled with joy and excitement, as they dance the Polka in a grand ballroom adorned with ornate decorations and chandeliers. The women, wearing voluminous gowns and high-heeled shoes, twirl and leap with their partners, their petticoats billowing around them. The men, dressed in formal attire, lift their partners high above the ground, their faces beaming with pride and amusement. The Hunt Ball, a traditional English social event, was a popular gathering for the aristocracy and gentry. The hunt itself was an essential part of the English countryside lifestyle, and the ball served as a celebration of the community and the end of the hunting season. The Polka, with its infectious energy and lively steps, was the perfect dance to bring everyone together in a night of merriment and joy. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, allowing us to witness a moment in history where fashion, music, and dance intertwined to create an unforgettable experience. The Polka at a Hunt Ball, 1858, is a testament to the power of dance to bring people together, transcending time and culture.
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