Ziegfeld Follies Collection

Eugen Sandow, in classical ancient Greco-Roman pose, c. 1894 (b / w photo)
DGC437487 Eugen Sandow, in classical ancient Greco-Roman pose, c.1894 (b/w photo) by Falk, Benjamin J. (1853-1925); Private Collection; (add.info)

ZIEGFELD FOLLIES, c1920. Ziegfeld Follies chorus girls from the 1920s. Photograph, c1920

Marcellus, Irene or Violet, 1919 Feb. 16. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Marcellus, Irene or Violet, 1919 Feb. 16

Marcellus, Irene or Violet, 1919 Feb. 16. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Marcellus, Irene or Violet, 1919 Feb. 16

Eugen Sandow, in classical ancient Greco-Roman pose, c. 1894 (b / w photo)
3959719 Eugen Sandow, in classical ancient Greco-Roman pose, c.1894 (b/w photo) by Sarony, Napoleon (1821-96); Private Collection; (add.info)

Eugen Sandow, in classical ancient Greco-Roman pose, c. 1894 (b / w photo)
DGC437488 Eugen Sandow, in classical ancient Greco-Roman pose, c.1894 (b/w photo) by Steckel, George (1864-1938); Private Collection; (add.info)

Eugen Sandow, in classical ancient Greco-Roman pose, c. 1894 (b / w photo)
1073442 Eugen Sandow, in classical ancient Greco-Roman pose, c.1894 (b/w photo) by Steckel, George (1864-1938); Private Collection; (add.info)

Eugen Sandow, in classical ancient Greco-Roman pose, c. 1893 (b / w photo)
938530 Eugen Sandow, in classical ancient Greco-Roman pose, c.1893 (b/w photo) by Sarony, Napoleon (1821-96); Private Collection; (add.info)

Eugen Sandow, c. 1894 (b / w photo)
DGC437486 Eugen Sandow, c.1894 (b/w photo) by Steckel, George (1864-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eugen Sandow (1867-1925)

Limehouse Blues, sheet music, 1945. Creator: Unknown
Limehouse Blues, sheet music, 1945. Song by Douglas Furber and Philip Braham, from the film Ziegfeld Follies, starring Fred Astaire and Lucille Bremer who have been made up to look Chinese

ZIEGFELD FOLLIES, 1928. Feather costume designed by Charles LeMaire for the Ziegfeld Follies, 1928

ZIEGFELD FOLLIES, 1923. Ziegfeld Follies chorus girls in The Triumph of Love at the New Amsterdam Theatre in New York. Photograph, 1923

MIAMI BEACH: SHOWGIRLS, 1959. Showgirls in a performance inspired by the Ziegfeld Follies at a nightclub in Miami Beach, Florida. Photograph by Frank Bauman, 1959

LUCILE LAYTON (1903-2004). American dancer and Ziegfeld Follies girl. Photograph, 1923

American actress. Photographed in an aeroplane from her performance, Up, Up
LILLIAN LORRAINE (1892-1955). American actress. Photographed in an aeroplane from her performance, Up, Up, Up in My Aeroplane in the Broadway production of the Ziegfeld Follies of 1909

SHEET MUSIC COVER, 1908. American sheet music cover for Shine On, Harvest Moon, composed and performed by Nora Bayes and Jack Norworth in the Ziegfeld Follies on 1908

MANDY: SONG SHEET, 1919. Sheet music cover of Irving Berlins Mandy, one of the musical numbers featured in the Ziegfeld Follies of 1919

ROW ROW ROW: SONG SHEET. Row Row Row. American sheet music cover, 1912, for that years production of the Ziegfeld Follies

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Step back in time to the glamorous world of the Ziegfeld Follies, where beauty and talent collided in a dazzling display. This iconic show, known for its extravagant costumes and captivating performances, captured the hearts of audiences throughout the 1920s. At its core was Eugen Sandow, a true embodiment of strength and grace. In his classical ancient Greco-Roman poses from the late 19th century, Sandow showcased his sculpted physique with pride. His chiseled features and muscular frame made him a symbol of physical perfection during that era. The Ziegfeld Follies chorus girls added their own allure to this spectacle. With their radiant smiles and synchronized movements, they brought an enchanting energy to every performance. These talented women were not just dancers; they were storytellers who transported audiences into a world filled with dreams and fantasies. Eugen Sandow's influence extended beyond his appearances on stage. The souvenir strip from Edison Kinetoscope immortalized him as "the modern Hercules, " capturing his legendary status among fans worldwide. As you gaze upon these black-and-white photographs from yesteryear, you can almost hear the lively tunes playing in the background – melodies that accompanied each step taken by these extraordinary performers. The poster advertising "The Sandow Trocadero Vaudevilles" serves as a vibrant reminder of this golden age of entertainment. Its colorful lithograph captures the excitement that awaited those lucky enough to witness this grand production firsthand. So let us celebrate this remarkable era when elegance reigned supreme on stage – an era brought to life by Eugen Sandow's timeless poses and the unforgettable performances of the Ziegfeld Follies chorus girls. Their legacy continues to inspire generations today, reminding us all that beauty truly knows no bounds when it is combined with talent and passion.