Sword Dance Collection

The sword dancer, Chinatown, San Francisco, between 1896 and 1906. Creator: Arnold Genthe
The sword dancer, Chinatown, San Francisco, between 1896 and 1906

The Actor Nakamura Kojuro VI in a Daisho no Mai (Sword Dance), in the Play Gion Nyogo... c. 1786. Creator: Shunsho
The Actor Nakamura Kojuro VI in a Daisho no Mai (Sword Dance), in the Play Gion Nyogo, Performed at the Nakamura Theater in the Tenth Month, 1786, Japan, c. 1786

Highland Games at Stamford Bridge (engraving)
6016479 Highland Games at Stamford Bridge (engraving) by Dadd, S. T. (fl.1882-1915); Private Collection; (add.info.: Highland Games at Stamford Bridge)

Pipers dancing Gillie-Callum, or Sword Dance (engraving)
5230687 Pipers dancing Gillie-Callum, or Sword Dance (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pipers dancing Gillie-Callum, or Sword Dance)

Scotland, cigarette card, 1915 (colour litho)
472963 Scotland, cigarette card, 1915 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The supply of cigarettes)

European Dancers, cigarette cards, 1915 (colour litho) (see also 473602)
473603 European Dancers, cigarette cards, 1915 (colour litho) (see also 473602) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Court in the Highlands (engraving)
1060317 The Court in the Highlands (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Court in the Highlands)

Sword Dance of Boys of the Royal Caledonian Asylum, at Westbrook Park, Godalming (engraving)
1590682 Sword Dance of Boys of the Royal Caledonian Asylum, at Westbrook Park, Godalming (engraving) by Dadd, Frank (1851-1929) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Ancient Greek female acrobats (engraving)
5216631 Ancient Greek female acrobats (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ancient Greek female acrobats)

Dancers of the British Isles, cigarette cards, 1915 (colour litho) (see also 472941
473029 Dancers of the British Isles, cigarette cards, 1915 (colour litho) (see also 472941, 472966, 472956, 472963) by English School

Women performing gymnastics in Ancient Greece: sword dance and filling a vessel using the feet (litho)
5997005 Women performing gymnastics in Ancient Greece: sword dance and filling a vessel using the feet (litho) by German School

Dancing: Sword Dance of Vikings round the Sacred Horns, circa 900 (litho)
6027878 Dancing: Sword Dance of Vikings round the Sacred Horns, circa 900 (litho) by Macquoid, Percy (1852-1925); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sword Dance of Vikings round the Sacred Horns)

Games of the Highland Brigade at Cairo (engraving)
1624168 Games of the Highland Brigade at Cairo (engraving) by Courbould, Alfred (fl.1831-75); Private Collection; (add.info.: Games of the Highland Brigade at Cairo)

Young men performing a sword dance, Burma, 1908. Artist: Stereo Travel Co
Young men performing a sword dance, Burma, 1908. Stereoscopic card. Detail

Sword dance, (1833). Young men dance among the points of swords. An engraving from The Sports and Pastimes of the people of England, by Joseph Strutt, (London, 1833)

Sword Dance, 1881. Artist: Henryk Siemiradzki
Sword Dance, 1881. Siemiradzki, Henryk (1843-1902). Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Agriculture Sword dance peasant wedding 1920
Agriculture, Sword dance at a peasant wedding. 1920, Middle East, Israel and/or Palestine

Bedouin woman holding sword sword-dance 1898
Bedouin woman holding sword for the sword-dance. 1898

Sword dance wedding 1900 Middle East
Sword dance at a wedding 1900 Middle East

Sword dance procession Nebi Musa 1900 Nabi Musa
Sword dance in procession, Nebi Musa procession 1900, Nabi Musa is the name of a site in the West Bank believed to be the tomb of Moses

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War-dance of the Sultan of Zanzibars irregular troops, 1880s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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The court in the Highlands, Scotland, 1880, a sword dance, Scotland

The Afghan Frontier Difficulty: a Native Sword Dance

The Afghan Frontier Difficulty: A Native Sword Dance

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"Sword Dance: A Timeless Display of Skill and Tradition" Step into the world of sword dance, a captivating art form that has stood the test of time. From ancient Greece to the British Isles, this mesmerizing dance has been celebrated across cultures and generations. In The Avengers Series 4: Castle De ath, we catch a glimpse of the power and precision behind this age-old tradition. Highland Games at Stamford Bridge engraving showcases the strength and agility required to perform this intricate dance. Pipers dancing Gillie-Callum or Sword Dance engraving takes us to Scotland in 1915, where vibrant cigarette cards captured the essence of this colorful spectacle. European Dancers also grace these cards with their graceful movements, highlighting how sword dance transcends borders. The Court in the Highlands engraving transports us back in time as we witness boys from the Royal Caledonian Asylum performing their own rendition at Westbrook Park in Godalming. Their dedication is evident as they honor Scottish heritage through every step. Ancient Greek female acrobats depicted in engravings remind us that sword dance has roots dating back centuries. These skilled women showcased not only their flexibility but also their ability to fill vessels using only their feet – an impressive feat indeed. Dancers of the British Isles portrayed on cigarette cards from 1915 continue to inspire with their vibrant costumes and spirited performances. Each card tells a story of cultural pride and unity through movement. Let's not forget Dancing: Sword Dance of Vikings round the Sacred Horns litho which takes us back to circa 900 when warriors used this powerful display as a symbol of bravery during battles. Lastly, Games of Highland Brigade at Cairo engraving captures yet another moment where sword dancers captivated audiences with their skillful maneuvers far away from home. Whether it be showcasing strength, preserving traditions or telling stories through movement - sword dance continues to enchant spectators worldwide for its timeless beauty and rich history.