Leotard Collection

Elsie on Hassan - Laura Knight
Oil on Canvas 68.6 x 76.2

Gymnast performing on square rubber floor mat, panel of judges on one side

Ballerina at class
Young beautiful ballet dancer is posing in studio. Alexander Yakovlev

Diana Moran, keep fit expert, recruited 12 South London commuters at Waterloo Station on Tuesday, January 11th 1983, to film her first fitness class for BBC Breakfast Time Television Show

Gymnast high-flying between uneven bars

Series of illustrations showing rhythmic gymnasts using the ribbon, hoop, ball, rope and clubs

Illustration of acrobat hanging from a swing

The Ballet, 1943 (oil on canvas)
823004 The Ballet, 1943 (oil on canvas) by Shinn, Everett (1876-1953); 40.8x50.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ballet. Everett Shinn (1876-1953). Oil on canvas. Signed and dated 1943

Ruth St. Denis dancers, between 1910 and 1935. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Ruth St. Denis dancers, between 1910 and 1935

Shawn, Ted, Mr. 1916 Mar. 17. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Shawn, Ted, Mr. 1916 Mar. 17

Strauss, Sarah Mildred, and pupils, 1930 Apr. 25. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Strauss, Sarah Mildred, and pupils, 1930 Apr. 25

Strauss, Sarah Mildred, and pupils, 1930 Apr. 25. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Strauss, Sarah Mildred, and pupils, 1930 Apr. 25

Strauss, Sarah Mildred, and pupils, 1930 Apr. 25. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Strauss, Sarah Mildred, and pupils, 1930 Apr. 25

Strauss, Sarah Mildred, and pupil, 1930 Apr. 25. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Strauss, Sarah Mildred, and pupil, 1930 Apr. 25

Michio Ito pupils, 1921 June 24. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Michio Ito pupils, 1921 June 24

Grimaces et misère - Les Saltimbanques (acrobates), 1888. Creator: Fernand Pelez
Grimaces et misere - Les Saltimbanques (acrobates), 1888

Debbie Harry, lead singer with the group Blondie, performing in Scotland. circa 1978. Blondie received mainstream success in 1978

Model Andrea Kovic working out at the Covent Garden Fitness Centre. 8th January 1987

Lyn Marshall, yoga expert, who is to appear at the Albert Hall. June 1972 P035453

Model wearing garter and stockings. 1962

Dancer Gillian Lynne has her own idea of a sitting position whilst taking the sun at the Lido, Hyde Park, in between rehearsals for the musical play " Rose Marie" that is opening at

Natalie Wood, american actress at The Golden Door, a luxury keep fit spa in San Marcos, California, USA, Tuesday 3rd October 1978

Julie Rogers April 1964 Singer pictured at home Music

Clothing Underwear: Thermal fashions. June 1991 P018301

Lifting Weights In The Gym
A woman lifting a dumbbell in a gym circa 1930. (Photo by Max Hs/FPG/Getty Images)

Acrobat JLP01_09_792078
Laing Sports Ground, Rowley Lane, Elstree, Barnet, Greater London. A circus acrobat performing an act hanging from a wire during the annual Laing Gala Day at the Elstree Sports Ground

how to use a ladder
Axel K. Schoeps

John II, the Beau, Duke of Alencon, comrade of Joan of Arc, 1409-1474. Handcoloured lithograph by Leopold Massard after
FLO4570505 John II, the Beau, Duke of Alencon, comrade of Joan of Arc, 1409-1474. Handcoloured lithograph by Leopold Massard after a miniature in the manuscript Histoire du Comte Gerard de Nevers in

English musician playing the musette de cour or bagpipes, 15th century. He wears a pink leotard tunic with hood hood
FLO4570269 English musician playing the musette de cour or bagpipes, 15th century. He wears a pink leotard tunic with hood hood and green pantalon

Rare figure of an exotic dancer, (large silvered bronze and ivory on black marble base)
1195338 Rare figure of an exotic dancer, (large silvered bronze and ivory on black marble base) by Chiparus, Dimitri (1886-1947); 69 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

Finale, c. 1928 (cold-painted & silvered bronze, ivory and onyx)
940330 Finale, c.1928 (cold-painted & silvered bronze, ivory and onyx) by Chiparus, Dimitri (1886-1947); height: 62.2 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

A Harlequin with his Dog (oil on canvas)
659587 A Harlequin with his Dog (oil on canvas) by Jacobsen, Frederick Wilhelm (1878-1948); 48x30 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

The White Rider, 1946 (oil on canvas)
650578 The White Rider, 1946 (oil on canvas) by Kuhn, Walt (1880-1949); 101.9x76.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The White Rider. Walt Kuhn (1880-1949). Oil on canvas, 1946

Poster advertising a performance by Josephine Baker, 1930 (colour litho)
CHT190334 Poster advertising a performance by Josephine Baker, 1930 (colour litho) by Zig (Gaudin, Louis) (1900-1936); Private Collection; © Archives Charmet

Dancer of Kapurthala, early 20th century (parcel-gilt, cold-painted bronze, ivory, brown and green onyx ba)
991183 Dancer of Kapurthala, early 20th century (parcel-gilt, cold-painted bronze, ivory, brown and green onyx ba) by Chiparus

Group of Dancers; Groupe de Danseuses, c. 1895-1900 (charcoal on joined paper laid down
1196206 Group of Dancers; Groupe de Danseuses, c.1895-1900 (charcoal on joined paper laid down on board) by Degas, Edgar (1834-1917)

Group of Dancers, c. 1895-1900 (charcoal on joined paper laid down on board)
991321 Group of Dancers, c.1895-1900 (charcoal on joined paper laid down on board) by Degas, Edgar (1834-1917); 103.5x72.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Group of Dancers; Groupe de Danseuses)

Wrestler; Ringer, 1923 (oil on canvas)
656149 Wrestler; Ringer, 1923 (oil on canvas) by Kirchner, Ernst Ludwig (1880-1938); 70x90 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Wrestler; Ringer. Ernst Ludwig Kirchner (1880-1938). Oil on canvas

Circus gymnast in leotard (colour litho)
5198435 Circus gymnast in leotard (colour litho) by Garnier, Jules Arsene (1847-89) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Circus gymnast in leotard)

English gentleman courting a young lady in a restaurant in an inn, 19th century. Woman in black crinoline with garland of flowers in her hair. Interior of an inn on a stage coach road

Lady riding side-saddle on a horse stuck in a fence during a fox hunt, 19th century
6337294 Lady riding side-saddle on a horse stuck in a fence during a fox hunt, 19th century by Leech, John (1817-64) (after); (add.info)

Girl with a cane (b / w photo)
3095976 Girl with a cane (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Girl with a cane)

Circus Performers; Les Artistes de Cirque, (oil on canvas)
656280 Circus Performers; Les Artistes de Cirque, (oil on canvas) by Forain, Jean Louis (1852-1931); 91.4x72.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Circus Performers; Les Artistes de Cirque)

Atlas, the society athletes (b / w photo)
3656840 Atlas, the society athletes (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Atlas, the society athletes)

The Three-Headed Man, Lunar Park Ballet, 1930 (oil on board)
826844 The Three-Headed Man, Lunar Park Ballet, 1930 (oil on board) by Wood, Christopher (1901-30); 40.5x26.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Three-Headed Man, Lunar Park Ballet)

Study of a Dancer; Etude de Danseuse, (pastel, wax crayon and charcoal on paper)
826385 Study of a Dancer; Etude de Danseuse, (pastel, wax crayon and charcoal on paper) by Degas, Edgar (1834-1917); 47x63 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Study of a Dancer; Etude de Danseuse)

Dancer
Keiichiro Amenomori

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"From Elsie on Hassan to Debbie Harry: The Versatility of the Leotard" Elsie on Hassan gracefully twirls in her leotard, captivating the audience with every move. Gymnasts showcase their strength and agility as they perform daring routines on a square rubber floor mat, while judges observe intently. A ballerina at class exudes elegance in her leotard, perfecting her technique with each graceful step. With breathtaking precision, a gymnast soars between uneven bars, defying gravity in her sleek leotard. Diana Moran recruits 12 South London commuters at Waterloo Station for an energetic workout session, all dressed comfortably in their trusty leotards. An illustration captures the awe-inspiring moment when an acrobat hangs effortlessly from a swing wearing a vibrant leotard. Rhythmic gymnasts enchant us with their artistry using ribbons, hoops, balls, ropes, and clubs - all enhanced by their colorful leotards. Debbie Harry electrifies the stage as she leads Blondie during a performance in Scotland circa 1978 - her iconic style complete with a dazzling leotard. A Norwegian figure skater and actress glides across the ice flawlessly adorned in an exquisite leotard that accentuates her movements. Learn how to use a ladder like Jakob Koch – even he knows that comfort is key when sporting his trusty leotard. Once again capturing our attention onstage in Scotland circa 1978, Debbie Harry mesmerizes fans with both her vocal talent and stunning choice of attire – including another eye-catching leotard. The versatility of the timeless garment known as the "leotard" shines through various realms - from ballet studios to gymnasiums; from acrobatic swings to ice rinks; from fitness classes to rock concerts.