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White Cake Walkers
Two white dancers - he wearing a monocle, she a smart hat - perform the cake-walk in fine Parisian fashion : it may not be New Orleans, but they ve got style
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Media ID 612356
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10106937
Cake Dancers Monocle Named Orleans Parisian Perform Smart Theyve Walk Walkers
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "White Cake Walkers" Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library via Mary Evans Prints Online. This elegant image transports us to a Parisian soirée, where two graceful figures, a dapper gentleman in monocle and a charming lady in a smart hat, gracefully perform the cake walk. Even if it's not the traditional New Orleans style, their impeccable fashion and style are sure to impress. Add a touch of vintage charm to your home decor with this exquisite canvas print.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library, showcases two elegantly dressed White Cake Walkers engaging in the traditional dance of the same name. The scene is set in the early 1910s, far from the original birthplace of this dance in New Orleans, yet the couple exudes an undeniable air of sophistication and style. The man, with a distinguished monocle in his right eye, dons a dapper suit and a top hat, while the woman, adorned with a smart hat and a flowing dress, gracefully balances a cake plate on her head. The cake, a symbol of the competition's origins, adds an element of whimsy and charm to the scene. The Cake Walk was a popular social dance that originated in the United States during the late 19th century. Participants would compete to see who could walk the most elegantly while carrying a cake plate without spilling its contents. Over time, the dance evolved into a more formal and stylized performance, often showcased at social events and even at the World's Fair. Despite being in Paris, this photograph captures the essence of the Cake Walk's historical significance and its enduring appeal. The couple's confident steps and poised demeanor are a testament to the dance's timeless allure and the universal language of fashion and style. This photograph is not only a captivating glimpse into the past but also a reminder of the rich cultural history that continues to influence and inspire us today.
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