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Marriage of Lydia Lopokova and John Maynard Keynes
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Marriage of Lydia Lopokova and John Maynard Keynes
The marriage of the famous ballerina, Lydia Lopokova and the well-known economist John Maynard Keynes at St. Pancras Register Office in 1925. Date: 1925
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Ballerina Ballet Dancer Dec18 Economics Economist Keynes Lopokova Lydia Maynard
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This photograph captures the moment when the world of dance and economics intersected, as Lydia Lopokova, a renowned Russian ballerina, exchanged vows with the brilliant economist, John Maynard Keynes, at St. Pancras Register Office in 1925. Lopokova, dressed in a simple yet elegant white gown, beams with joy as Keynes, wearing a formal suit, gazes at her with affection. The couple's union was an unlikely one, yet their shared intellectual curiosity and passion for life brought them together. The 1920s, also known as the Jazz Age or the Roaring Twenties, was a time of great social and cultural change. This era was marked by artistic innovation, economic prosperity, and a rejection of traditional values. Lopokova, who defected from Russia during the Russian Revolution, became a star ballerina with the Ballets Russes, while Keynes, a leading economist, was known for his groundbreaking theories on macroeconomics and monetary policy. Their marriage was a testament to the spirit of the times, which embraced individuality, creativity, and the breaking down of social barriers. The photograph not only captures the essence of this remarkable couple but also provides a glimpse into the past, offering a window into the world of the 1920s and the lives of two extraordinary individuals who defied convention and forged their own paths.
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