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Can-Can or Skirt Dance
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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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Calls Caption Named Purposes Skirt
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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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