Jigsaw Puzzle : Can-Can or Skirt Dance
Jigsaw Puzzles from Mary Evans Picture Library
Can-Can or Skirt Dance
The caption calls it THE SKIRT DANCE but to all intents and purposes its the Can-can. Date: circa 1900
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Media ID 14290355
© Mary Evans Picture Library/STEVE RUMNEY
Calls Caption Named Purposes Skirt
Jigsaw Puzzle (1000 Pieces)
Experience the charm and excitement of the past with Media Storehouse's Jigsaw Puzzle featuring "The Skirt Dance" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating puzzle showcases a vibrant and lively can-can dance scene from circa 1900. With intricate details and rich colors, this puzzle is perfect for puzzle enthusiasts of all ages. Immerse yourself in the history and culture of the Belle Époque era as you piece together this enchanting puzzle. A great activity for family bonding or a solo challenge, this jigsaw puzzle is sure to provide hours of entertainment and satisfaction. Bring history to life in your own home with Media Storehouse's premium quality jigsaw puzzles.
1000 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 76x50cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 50.2cm x 76cm (19.8" x 29.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
The Skirt Dance: A Dazzling Display of Agility and Elegance from the Early 20th Century (circa 1900) This photograph showcases a lively and spirited performance of "The Skirt Dance," a dance that would later become globally recognized as the Can-Can. The dancers, dressed in voluminous, layered petticoats and frilly skirts, exude an infectious energy as they execute the intricate steps that would come to define this iconic dance. The Can-Can, which translates to "scandal" or "shame" in French, originated in the Montmartre district of Paris during the late 19th century. Initially, the dance was considered risqué due to the daringly high kicks and the revealing nature of the dancers' costumes. However, it quickly gained popularity and spread to other parts of Europe and eventually, the world. The dance steps of the Can-Can are characterized by their quick, sharp movements and the rhythmic slapping of the dancers' legs against their thighs. The dancers' skirts, which were often made of multiple layers of petticoats, would fly up with each kick, creating a mesmerizing visual effect. This photograph, taken circa 1900, captures the essence of the Can-Can's charm and allure. The dancers' expressions of joy and concentration, the swirling skirts, and the lively energy of the performance transport us to a bygone era, reminding us of the power of dance to entertain, inspire, and bring people together.
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