Cancan Collection

La Troupe De Mlle Eglantine, 1896. Artist: Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec
La Troupe De Mlle Eglantine, 1896. Poster. Toulouse-Lautrec, Henri, de (1864-1901). Found in the collection of the State A. Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

After a work by Louis Legrand entitled, The Greeting. Modern Cancan pose. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom
1000908 After a work by Louis Legrand entitled, The Greeting. Modern Cancan pose. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart by Eduard Fuchs

Cancan dancer, 1865. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart by Eduard Fuchs
1000905 Cancan dancer, 1865. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart by Eduard Fuchs, published 1909.; Private Collection.

Jane Avril, 1893. Creator: Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec
Jane Avril, 1893

Le Chahut, 19th century. Creator: Constantin Guys
Le Chahut, 19th century

Jane Avril, 1893. Creator: Toulouse-Lautrec, Henri, de (1864-1901)
Jane Avril, 1893. Private Collection

Westchester Country Club, 1932. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Westchester Country Club, 1932

Westchester Country Club, 1932. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Westchester Country Club, 1932

Quadrille at the Bal Tabarin, c1906. Creator: Unknown
Quadrille at the Bal Tabarin, c1906

La Belle Otéro, c. 1895. Creator: Pal (Jean de Paléologue) (1855-1942)
La Belle Otero, c. 1895. Private Collection

Can Can Dancers, Lostwithiel, Cornwall. March 1990
An evening of song and dance held in Lostwithiel church hall culminated in a Folies Bergere routine by St Mabyn Young Farmers

Le Chahut, 1890 (oil on canvas)
3709927 Le Chahut, 1890 (oil on canvas) by Seurat, Georges Pierre (1859-91); 169.1x141 cm; Rijksmuseum Kroller-Muller, Otterlo, Netherlands; (add.info.: Chahut meaning noise or uproar)

Cancan Ren, Nicola Adams, Mery Chungneijang Hmangte & Marlen Esparza India, Great Britain, China & USA London 2012 Olympic Games, Boxing, Womens Fly 48-51kg Excell Arena, London

Nicola Adams & Cancan Ren Great Britain & China London 2012 Olympic Games, Boxing, Womens Fly 48-51kg Excell Arena, London, England 09 August 2012 Date: 09 August 2012

Finette, 1859. Creator: James Abbott McNeill Whistler
Finette, 1859

La Troupe de Mademoiselle Eglantine, 1895 (brush, crayon and spatter litho, printed in four colours on paper)
995917 La Troupe de Mademoiselle Eglantine, 1895 (brush, crayon and spatter litho, printed in four colours on paper) by Toulouse-Lautrec, Henri de (1864-1901); 61.7x80.4 cm; Art Gallery of Ontario

A holiday in Blackpool (colour litho)
3096353 A holiday in Blackpool (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A holiday in Blackpool. Postcard, early 20th century)

Reproduction of a poster advertising Jane Avril at the Jardin de Paris
STC139137 Reproduction of a poster advertising Jane Avril at the Jardin de Paris, 1893 (colour litho) (see 34625) by Toulouse-Lautrec

Cancan (colour litho)
2775715 Cancan (colour litho) by Reznicek, Ferdinand von (1868-1909); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cancan. Illustration for Der Tanz by Ferdinand von Reznicek (Langen)

Dancing the Can-Can, late 19th century (b / w photo)
CHT163586 Dancing the Can-Can, late 19th century (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: La Goulue, Louise Weber (1870-1927); ); eArchives Charmet; French

Jane Avril, 1891-92 (oil on board)
CLK339864 Jane Avril, 1891-92 (oil on board) by Toulouse-Lautrec, Henri de (1864-1901); 63.2x42.2 cm; Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute, Williamstown, Massachusetts

The Troupe of Mademoiselle Eglantine, 1896 (colour litho)
SD84474 The Troupe of Mademoiselle Eglantine, 1896 (colour litho) by Toulouse-Lautrec, Henri de (1864-1901); 61.6x80 cm; San Diego Museum of Art, USA; (add.info.: L-R Jane Avril (1868-1943)

The Cancan, after Ferdinand Von Reznicek c. 1906. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom
1000906 The Cancan, after Ferdinand Von Reznicek c.1906. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart by Eduard Fuchs, published 1909

Queen of the Carnival (chromolitho)
982477 Queen of the Carnival (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Queen of the Carnival.); Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection

La Goulue and Valentin le Desosse
PHD30613 La Goulue and Valentin le Desosse by Toulouse-Lautrec, Henri de (1864-1901); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

Jane Avril, 1893 (colour litho)
CH344400 Jane Avril, 1893 (colour litho) by Toulouse-Lautrec, Henri de (1864-1901); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jane Avril (1868-1943) French singer and dancer

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A Parisian Ball - Dancing at the Mabille, Paris (Harpers Weekly, Vol. XI), November 23, 1867

Jane Avril Dancing, ca 1892. Artist: Toulouse-Lautrec, Henri, de (1864-1901)
Jane Avril Dancing, ca 1892. Found in the collection of the Musee d Orsay, Paris

Saharet (1879-1942), Australian music hall artist, early 20th century

Jane Avril at the Jardin de Paris, 1893. Artist: Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec
Jane Avril at the Jardin de Paris, 1893. Poster. Toulouse-Lautrec, Henri, de (1864-1901). Found in the collection of the State A. Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

Poster For The Humorous Newspaper le Frou Frou, After Leonetto Capiello. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte Vom Mittelalter Bis Zur Gegenwart By Eduard Fuchs, Published 1909

After A Work By Louis Legrand Entitled, The Greeting. Modern Cancan Pose. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte Vom Mittelalter Bis Zur Gegenwart By Eduard Fuchs, Published 1909

Cancan Dancer, 1865. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte Vom Mittelalter Bis Zur Gegenwart By Eduard Fuchs, Published 1909

The Cancan, After Ferdinand Von Reznicek C. 1906. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte Vom Mittelalter Bis Zur Gegenwart
The Cancan, After Ferdinand Von Reznicek C.1906. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte Vom Mittelalter Bis Zur Gegenwart By Eduard Fuchs, Published 1909

Jane Avril, 1893. 1893. Creator: Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec
Jane Avril, 1893

La Troupe de Mademoiselle Eglantine, 1895. 1895. Creator: Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec
La Troupe de Mademoiselle Eglantine, 1895

Five pigs dancing the cancan on a French postcard
Five female pigs dancing the cancan on a French postcard. Date: circa 1890s

Music cover, O-Kay for Sound, from a London Palladium production by George Black, with words and music by Jimmy Kennedy and Michael Carr. 1936

La Belle Sophie Date: circa 1900

Paris, France - Champs-Elysees, Jardin Mabille. Date: circa 1850

Poster, Guillaume Duclerc, depicting a French cancan dancer

Mural painting, Hotel Last Frontier, Las Vegas, USA
Mural painting of gamblers and dancers, Hotel Last Frontier, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. Date: 20th century

Jane Avril (1868-1943) Dancing, c. 1892 (oil on card)
XIR5494 Jane Avril (1868-1943) Dancing, c.1892 (oil on card) by Toulouse-Lautrec, Henri de (1864-1901); 85.5x45 cm; Musee d Orsay, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Poster for le Theatre Olympia, Grand ballet Brighton. Jean de Paleologu, or Paleologue, 1855 a 1942, a Romanian poster artist, painter, and illustrator

Poster for le Jardin de Paris Jane Avril. Toulouse-Lautrec, Henri de (1864-1901), French painter, printmaker, draughtsman and illustrator

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"Cancan: A Vibrant Celebration of Dance and Freedom" Step into the world of cancans, a lively and exhilarating dance form that has captivated audiences for centuries. From its origins in 19th-century Paris to its modern-day interpretations, the cancan continues to enchant with its high kicks, twirls, and infectious energy. One iconic representation of this captivating dance is found in Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec's artwork. In his renowned painting "La Troupe De Mlle Eglantine, " he immortalizes the beauty and grace dancers from 1896. Another masterpiece by Lautrec, "La Goulue at the Moulin Rouge, " transports us back to 1892 as we witness the exuberance and allure of this art form. But it doesn't stop there; even in Cornwall's Lostwithiel in March 1990, cancan dancers took center stage during a vibrant performance that showcased their incredible talent. The spirit of joyous movement also comes alive through Lautrec's painting "Le Chahut" from 1890. The famous Bal du Moulin Rouge serves as another testament to the enduring popularity of cancans. Through colorful lithographs advertising these extravagant events, we catch a glimpse into an era where music filled the air and dancers enthralled spectators with their electrifying routines. Even beyond visual representations, cancans have left an indelible mark on popular culture. Nicola Adams & Cancan Ren are two remarkable athletes who embody strength and grace while performing this energetic dance style. As we delve deeper into history, posters advertising performances by La Goulue at the Moulin Rouge reveal how she became synonymous with cancans during her time. Her magnetic presence on stage was captured brilliantly by artists like Lautrec in lithographs such as "Poster advertising La Goulue at the Moulin Rouge" from 1893 or "Moulin Rouge: La Goulue" from 1891.