Tap Dancing Collection

Miller, Marilyn, Miss, portrait photograph, 1928 May 15. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Miller, Marilyn, Miss, portrait photograph, 1928 May 15

Miller, Marilyn, Miss, portrait photograph, 1928 May 15. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Miller, Marilyn, Miss, portrait photograph, 1928 May 15

Catherine Zeta Jones dancing and playing the part of Peggy Sawyer in 42nd Street, which opened in April 1987 at The Theatre Royal Drury Lane in London

Straight Tap (litho)
7189085 Straight Tap (litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Straight Tap. Illustration for The Art of Stage Dancing by Ned Wayburn)

Front Tap (litho)
7189086 Front Tap (litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Front Tap. Illustration for The Art of Stage Dancing by Ned Wayburn)

Heel Tap (litho)
7189084 Heel Tap (litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Heel Tap. Illustration for The Art of Stage Dancing by Ned Wayburn (Ned Wayburn Studios for Stage Dancing)

Tap shoes used by Sammy Davis Jr. 1938. Creator: Windsor Shoe Company
This pair of childs tap shoes were used by African-American singer, dancer, actor and comedian Sammy Davis Jr. (1925-1990) when he travelled the vaudeville circuit as part of the Will Mastin Trio

Eleanor Torrey Powell, (1912-1982), American film actress and dance, 20th century
Eleanor Powell, (1912-1982), American film actress and dancer, 20th century

Fred Astaire, (1899-1987), American film and Broadway stage dancer, actor, 20th century. Born Frederick Austerlitz in Omaha, Nebraska, he became an American film and Broadway stage dancer

Redpoll bird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Mealy Redpoll bird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Young couple dancing in empty room, (B&W)

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"Tap dancing, a rhythmic art form that has captivated audiences for decades. From the iconic performances of Catherine Zeta Jones as Peggy Sawyer in 42nd Street to the lithographic depictions of Straight Tap, Front Tap, and Heel Tap, this dance style continues to mesmerize with its intricate footwork. The tap shoes used by legendary performer Sammy Davis Jr. , created by Windsor Shoe Company in 1938, stand as a testament to the craftsmanship behind this beloved art. These shoes have carried countless dancers through their routines, creating music with every step. Eleanor Torrey Powell, an American film actress and dancer of the 20th century, showcased her incredible talent through tap. Her graceful movements and precise technique left audiences in awe. Fred Astaire remains one of the most influential figures in tap dancing history. His effortless elegance and innovation pushed the boundaries of what was possible on stage and screen. In nature's own rhythm, even birds like Redpolls find themselves tapping along. The Mealy Redpoll bird adds its unique flair to this timeless dance with its vibrant colors and lively presence. Whether it's Back Tap or any other variation captured in lithographs or performed live on stage, tap dancing is an expression of joy and creativity that transcends time. And when Catherine Zeta Jones takes on the role of Peggy Sawyer once again in 42nd Street, she brings new life to this cherished tradition. "