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Society on the beach at Biarritz - with the cartoonist Sem
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Society on the beach at Biarritz - with the cartoonist Sem
Count Michael Vorontzov, Marquis de Polginac, the cartoonist Sem (who frequently caricatured society at Biarritz and Deauville), General Trotter, Count de Gaigneron, Count de Lancastre, Princess Natalie Paley, Marquise de Polignac and Miss Hopkins, all on the beach at fashionable Biarritz. Date: 1926
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Biarritz Cartoonist Count Dec18 Hopkins Marquis Marquise Michael Natalie Paley Polignac Trotter 1926 Fashionable Miss
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Biarritz Beach Society: A Glimpse into the Jet Set Life of the 1920s This enchanting photograph captures a moment in time, as European high society gathers at the fashionable beach resort of Biarritz in 1926. Among the distinguished figures gracing the sandy shores are Count Michael Vorontzov, Marquis de Polginac, the renowned Russian-French cartoonist Sem. Known for his satirical depictions of the elite, Sem's presence adds an intriguing layer to this scene. Joining him on the beach are General Trotter, Count de Gaigneron, Count de Lancastre, Princess Natalie Paley, Marquise de Polignac, and Miss Hopkins. Their elegant attire and relaxed demeanor speak to the glamour and sophistication of the era. Princess Natalie Paley, a Russian-born socialite, was a regular at Biarritz, often accompanied by her friend, Marquise de Polignac. The Marquise, an heiress and socialite in her own right, was known for her beauty and connections. Count de Gaigneron and General Trotter, both French nobles, add an air of aristocratic refinement to the group. Count de Lancastre, a Spanish aristocrat, brings a touch of international flair. Miss Hopkins, an English socialite, completes the picture of an international jet set. The group's casual interaction on the beach at Biarritz serves as a reminder of the carefree and luxurious lifestyle enjoyed by Europe's elite in the Roaring Twenties. This photograph, a captivating glimpse into the past, offers a fascinating look at the lives of the wealthy and influential figures who once graced the shores of Biarritz.
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