Ball Room Collection (#5)

Cover of Dance Magazine, February 1931 sketched by Jose Manuel Acosta of the unterior of a cabaret Date: 1931

Marjorie Moss and Georges Fontana, London, 1929
The famous dancing team of Moss and Fontana were a huge attraction in cabaret on both sides of the Atlantic - here they appear in C.B. Cochrans This Year of Grace, London, 1929 Date: 1929

Isis bas relief in the Peacock Room of Murrays Restaurant 42nd Street near Broadway, New York Date: 1920s

Sheet music for The Baltimore Waltz featuring Maurice and Fl
Sheet music for The Baltimore Wlatz featuring Maurice and Florence Walton, New York, 1916 introduced at the Biltmore Cascades (Biltmore Hotel) Date: 1916

The State Ball and Concert Room - Buckingham Palace Date: circa 1908

Tango teas, Paris 1913
Paris, little interested in ragtime dancing, makes the tango fashionable: a new dancing craze in 1913. 1913

Childrens fete at the Savoy Hotel, 1911
The scene in the magnificent ballroom of the Savoy Hotel, London on December 23rd 1911, where a fete for children was held when hundreds of pretty children were gathered together for an hour or two

Fashionable folk at a ball
" At The Ball" A scene at a Ball illustrated by Andre Pecoud. The scene depicts two tables in an alcove overlooking the main hall, with the dancers on the floor being keenly observed

The Embassy Club, 1924
The Embassy Club in London in 1924, owned by restaurateur Luigi with entertainment supplied by (Bert) Ambrose and the Embassy Club band

View of a ball from below
A quite remarkable and rather wonderful French postcard presenting the view of a ball as could be seen if one were looking upward through a glass floor! Date: circa 1910s

Anniversary Waltz music sheet
Front cover of a music sheet for the Anniversary Waltz by Al Dubin and Dave Franklin, featuring a silhouette of a couple dancing together alone. Date: 1941

Crowded beach at New Brighton, Merseyside
A crowded beach at New Brighton, Wallasey, Merseyside, with the Tower Ballroom and a childrens fairground ride in the background. circa 1940s

Butlins Ballroom, Earls Court Exhibition, London
Scene inside Earls Court exhibition halls showing the Butlins Ballroom festooned with flags. Part of the Health and Holidays exhibition held there in 1947. 1947

Wine bar in Femina, Berlin
A sketch of the Wine bar in Femina, a fashionable ballroom / cabaret in Berlin Date: 1920s

Main Hall / Ballroom in Femina, Berlin
A sketch of the main hall / ballroom in Femina, a fashionable ballroom / cabaret in Berlin Date: 1920s

Tango dancing at Harewood Place
A newly opened venue for the tango tea craze of 1913, at Harewood Place, Hanover Square in London. Opened by Mr F. H. Payne

Eglinton Tournament 9
The ball : after the fighting, the flirting - the Earls 2000 guests feast and dance in the ballroom constructed specially for the occasion. Date: 30 August 1839

Eglinton Tournament 8
Among the 100, 000 spectators are 2000 personal guests of the Earl, all in medieval dress, who enjoy the lavish arrangements : this staircase leads to the ballroom. Date: 30 August 1839

How and what to Dance
W Lambs How and what to dance is an indispensable guide to your conduct on the dance floor, whether it be in a sumptuous ballroom or the intimacy of your own home. Date: 1906

The Squires Ball
THE SQUIREs BALL dance in a country house Date: 1886

Passionate Couple at Bal
A passionate couple dance cheek to cheek Date: 1923

SOCIETY BALL, c1900. Illustration by Hal Hurst (1865-1938)

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Christmas holiday party with dancing. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Couples at a ballroom dance, 1700s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Couples dancing to music of a fiddler at a rural hoedown, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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A Birthnight Ball in colonial Virginia. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Learning the minuet
Colonial children learning to dance the minuet. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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George Washington dancing a minuet at Sally Fairfaxs home in colonial Virginia. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Cameo Room at the Morrison Hotel, Chicago
The Cameo Room (Ballroom and banquetting hall) at the Morrison Hotel, Chicago with convention attendees Date: 1920s

The Strand Roof Cascades, New York
The Strand Roof Cascades, Broadway at 47th to 48th Street, New York Date: 1920s

The Pekin Restaurant, New York
The Pekin Restaurant, Broadway at 47th Street, New York Date: 1920s

The Garden Restaurant, New York
The Garden Restaurant, , 50th Street at Broadway and 7th Avenue, New York Date: 1920s

Futurist Ballroom at Rectors, New York
The Futurist Ballrom at Rector s, New York Date: 1920s

An illustration of the Tango in action, pre World War 1. Date: c.1912

Rococo Hall of the Casanova Casino International
The Rococo Hall of the Casanova Casino International at 22 Lutherstrasse, in the Scala Theatre Complex, Berlin, late 1920s

Blue mirror hall of the Casanova Casino International
The Blue mirror hall of the Casanova Casino International at 22 Lutherstrasse, in the Scala Theatre Complex, Berlin, late 1920s

The yellow hall of the Casanova Casino International at 22 Lutherstrasse, in the Scala Theatre Complex, Berlin, late 1920s

The entrance to the Casanova Casino International at 22 Lutherstrasse, in the Scala Theatre Complex, Berlin, late 1920s. One of Berlins premier nightspots featuring a ballroom, cabaret

The exterior of the Casanova Casino International at 22 Lutherstrasse, in the Scala Theatre Complex, Berlin, late 1920s. One of Berlins premier nightspots featuring a ballroom, cabaret

Cover of Dance magazine, June 1924
Art deco cover of Dance magazine, June 1924, featuring the dancing act of Fowler and Tamara. Date: 1924

Cover of Dance magazine, August 1930
Art deco cover of Dance magazine, August 1930, featuring Nancy Carrol Date: 1930

Cover of Dance magazine, April 1928
Art deco cover of Dance magazine, April 1928, featuring Trini Date: 1928

Cover of Dance magazine, January 1924
Art deco cover of Dance magazine, January 1924, featuring Anna Pavolva Date: 1924

Cover of Dance magazine, April 1924
Art deco cover of Dance magazine, April 1924, featuring Carlos and Inez Date: 1924

Cover of Dance magazine, December 1924

Cover of Dance magazine, July 1927
Art deco cover of Dance magazine, , July 1927, featuring the dancer Gilda Gray 1927

Cover of Dance magazine, April 1925

Cover of Dance magazine, October 1924
Art deco cover of Dance magazine, October 1924, featuring Veronica Date: 1924

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Step into the enchanting world of ballroom dancing, where elegance and grace take center stage. The Tower Ballroom in Blackpool stands as a testament to this timeless art form, captivating dancers and spectators alike. Its grandeur was once immortalized on the cover of Dance magazine in January 1929, showcasing the allure of ballroom dancing in its heyday. From Italy to Berlin, ballroom dancing has transcended borders, bringing people together through rhythmic movements and intricate footwork. The exterior of Femina in Berlin exudes sophistication, inviting patrons to immerse themselves in the magic of dance. But it is Blackpool that truly reigns supreme when it comes to entertainment. Known for its vibrant nightlife and lively atmosphere, this coastal town has become synonymous with all things ballroom. Whether attending a glamorous ball at the prestigious Savoy Hotel or experiencing Dance-Time at the Dorchester Hotel, one can expect nothing less than an unforgettable evening filled with twirls and spins. Ballroom dance has long been cherished by Britain's society elite. From grand events held at Palace Ballroom in Blackpool to meticulously planned dances recorded on elegant DANCE CARDS - every step taken is a celebration of tradition and refinement. Across the Atlantic Ocean lies another chapter in this rich history - America's own contribution to ballroom dance. The Lorraine Sisters' mesmerizing act captivated audiences late into the night with their impeccable technique and showmanship. Closer to home sits Crescent Gardens Ballroom and Theatre on Revere Beach - a haven for both seasoned dancers and novices alike. Here, dreams are realized as individuals lose themselves within each rhythmical sway across its hallowed floors. In these hallowed halls dedicated solely to movement and music, time seems suspended as couples glide effortlessly across polished surfaces; their bodies moving harmoniously as if guided by an unseen force, and is here that passion meets precision; where love blossoms amidst synchronized steps.