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Tango teas, Paris 1913
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Tango teas, Paris 1913
Paris, little interested in ragtime dancing, makes the tango fashionable: a new dancing craze in 1913.
1913
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In this evocative photograph from 1913, a stylish couple gracefully executes the tango in the elegant ballroom of a Parisian tea house. The tango, an Argentine dance that had gained some popularity in Europe, was still a relatively new craze in France at the time. Paris, known for its trend-setting fashion and artistic culture, played a pivotal role in making the tango fashionable among the European elite. The woman wears a flowing, form-fitting dress with a low-cut neckline and a voluminous skirt, accentuating her graceful movements. Her partner, dressed in a tailored suit and top hat, leads her with confident, assured steps on the polished parquet floor. The couple's intense gaze and close proximity to each other convey the passion and sensuality inherent in the dance. The tea house's interiors are adorned with opulent furnishings and ornate decorations, creating an atmosphere of sophistication and luxury. The couple's tea cups and saucers, placed on a nearby table, suggest that this dance floor was not just for ballroom dancing, but also for more intimate social gatherings. The tango's arrival in Paris marked a significant moment in the city's cultural history. It challenged traditional social norms and paved the way for new expressions of individuality and sensuality. This photograph captures the essence of that moment, offering a glimpse into the world of Parisian high society in 1913. The photograph is a testament to the enduring allure of the tango and its ability to captivate audiences even a century later. It invites us to imagine the stories of the couple in the photograph, and the countless others who danced the tango in the tea houses and ballrooms of Paris and beyond.
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