Dancers at the Palais de Glace, Paris, 1909
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Dancers at the Palais de Glace, Paris, 1909
Dancers at the Palais de Glace, Paris, 1909. It remained an icing ring until he early 1920s when it was turned into a Palais de Danse Date: 1920s
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© Mary Evans / Jazz Age Club Collection
Dancers Dining Glace Icing Nightlife Palais Remained Cabaret
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This evocative photograph captures the essence of Parisian nightlife in the Roaring Twenties, as dancers gracefully twirl and sway at the Palais de Glace in 1929. The Palais de Glace, which translates to Palace of Ice, was originally an icing rink that opened its doors in 1868. However, by the 1920s, it had transformed into a popular Palais de Danse, or Palace of Dance. The dancers in this image exude energy and joy, their youthful faces illuminated by the warm glow of the cabaret's lights. The jazz age was in full swing, and Paris was the epicenter of this cultural movement. The Palais de Glace was just one of many cafes and cabarets where people came to dine, socialize, and dance the night away. The 1920s were a time of great change and liberation, particularly for women. The flapper style, with its short dresses and bobbed hair, was all the rage, and the Palais de Glace was the perfect place to show off this newfound freedom. The dancers in this photograph embody the spirit of the era, their bodies moving in perfect harmony with the lively jazz music. The Palais de Glace remained a beloved destination for Parisians and tourists alike until the early 1920s, when it closed its doors. Today, this photograph serves as a reminder of the vibrant and exciting nightlife that once thrived in the City of Light.
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