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The Dancing Academy. "mr. Cooper, My Daughter, Sir, Miss Billsmethi, sir, Who I Hope Will Have The Pleasure Of Dancing Many A Quadrille, Minuet, Gavotte, Country Dance, Fandango, Double Hornpipe And Farinagholkajingo With You, Sir. "Illustration By Harry Furniss For Sketches By Boz By Charles Dickens, From The Testimonial Edition, Published 1910
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The Dancing Academy. "mr. Cooper, My Daughter, Sir, Miss Billsmethi, sir, Who I Hope Will Have The Pleasure Of Dancing Many A Quadrille, Minuet, Gavotte, Country Dance, Fandango, Double Hornpipe And Farinagholkajingo With You, Sir. "Illustration By Harry Furniss For Sketches By Boz By Charles Dickens, From The Testimonial Edition, Published 1910
The Dancing Academy. " mr. Cooper, My Daughter, Sir, Miss Billsmethi, sir, Who I Hope Will Have The Pleasure Of Dancing Many A Quadrille, Minuet, Gavotte, Country Dance, Fandango, Double Hornpipe And Farinagholkajingo With You, Sir." Illustration By Harry Furniss For Sketches By Boz By Charles Dickens, From The Testimonial Edition, Published 1910
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This print titled "The Dancing Academy" takes us back to the Victorian era, capturing a scene straight out of Charles Dickens' literary world. Illustrated by Harry Furniss for "Sketches by Boz" this image showcases the charm and elegance of a classical dance academy. In the foreground, we see Mr. Cooper, a distinguished gentleman, conversing with another man. Standing beside them is Miss Billsmethi, an enchanting young lady who eagerly anticipates dancing various styles with Mr. Cooper - quadrille, minuet, gavotte, country dance, fandango, double hornpipe and even farinagholkajingo! The excitement in her eyes reflects her desire to experience these dances under his guidance. Furniss's attention to detail brings this Victorian setting to life. From the characters' elaborate costumes to their poised postures on the ballroom floor; every element exudes grace and sophistication. This illustration transports us into an era where social gatherings revolved around refined dances that required skillful execution. As we admire this timeless artwork from 1910's Testimonial Edition of "Sketches by Boz" we are reminded of Charles Dickens' ability to create vivid characters within his stories. Through Furniss's masterful drawing technique and Dickens' rich storytelling skills, they have collaborated to immortalize this moment in history. This print serves as a testament not only to the artistic talents involved but also as a window into English literature during one of
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