Leotard Collection (#3)

Leg Swing, from the Gymnastic Exercises series (N77) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1887

The Foot Hang, from the Gymnastic Exercises series (N77) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1887

Hanging by Toes, from the Gymnastic Exercises series (N77) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1887

Trapezist Makes Catch Date: 1950

Fashion 1970s Pink leotard and leg warmers. Model sitting on ladder

Jakob Koch (1871 - 1918), German amateur wrestler. Date: 1905

A Dance Class

Jacket Fashion model wears pink padded bomber jacket April 1991 black bodysuit

Fashion - leopard skin bodysuit leotard, January 1987

Children and tutor from Penzance Gym Club, Cornwall
Children and tutor from the Penzance Gym Club, Cornwall, performing a street dance scene from the TV programme Fame. circa 1980s

EXERCISE CLASS, 1961. A exercise class at the Helena Rubinstein salon at 655 5th Avenue in New York City. Photograph, 1961

Small crowd watching four circus performers in the street, one cycling on unicycle, one dressed as a clown lifting his hat, one juggling colourful rings

Trapeze artists in motion during performance, steps from start to completion of move

Vintage circus poster of French Canadian strongman, Louis Cyr, circa 1898. It reads, John Robinsons $25, 000 challenge feature - Louis Cyr, strongest man on earth, lifts 4300 lbs

Young woman standing in studio, leaning backwards, (B&W)

Pauline D Argent, 1900.Pauline d Argent, French music hall dancer of La Scala, Paris. From Le Panorama - Paris la Nuit No. 1, [Librairie D Art - Ludovic Baschet editeur, Paris, 1900]

Strongman juggling with weights, Paris, 1931. Artist: Ernest Flammarion
Strongman juggling with weights, Paris, 1931. Illustration from the book Paris published by Ernest Flammarion, (1931)

Young woman doing aerobics in lycra and legwarmers. Date: circa 1980s

Two ice skaters in a skating rink, Cornwall. Date: circa 1980s

Children performing Fame routine, Cornwall
Three children from a gym club in Cornwall, performing an energetic routine from the TV programme Fame in a village hall. Date: circa 1980s

Disraeli / Acrobat / Leotard
BENJAMIN DISRAELI Dizzy in acrobats costume pretends to fall, only to end up on his feet: he will not resign after political defeat Date: 13 June 1868

Broadsheet, two, narrative, love ballads, woman, wearing, costume, consisting, leotard
Broadsheet with two narrative love ballads, woman wearing a costume consisting of a leotard, cape, and boots, Jose Guadalupe Posada (Mexican, 1851-1913), 1915 (published)

Acrobat in green leotard and shoes balancing on tightrope near the roof of circus tent high above barely visible crowd

Illustration of mime artist with sad, white face, wearing yellow leotard, blue shoes and top hat

Illustration of woman wearing leotard punching punching bag

Sequence of illustrations showing female gymnast competing on floor

Illustration of rhythmic gymnast competing with hoop

Woman sitting on balance beam, smiling

Three Dancers, c. 1900 (charcoal on paper)
XIR156251 Three Dancers, c.1900 (charcoal on paper) by Degas, Edgar (1834-1917); Musee Bonnat, Bayonne, France; French, out of copyright

JULES LEOTARD (1838-?). French aerial gymnast. Leotard performing at the Alhambra Music Hall, Leicester Square, London, in 1861. English etching, 1861

A Ballet Dancer
Denver, Colorado: 1934 A ballet dancer appearing in a production

Norwegian figure skater and actress
SONJA HENIE (1912-1969). Norwegian figure skater and actress

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"From Elsie on Hassan to Debbie Harry: The Versatility of the Leotard" Elsie on Hassan gracefully twirls in her leotard, captivating the audience with every move. Gymnasts showcase their strength and agility as they perform daring routines on a square rubber floor mat, while judges observe intently. A ballerina at class exudes elegance in her leotard, perfecting her technique with each graceful step. With breathtaking precision, a gymnast soars between uneven bars, defying gravity in her sleek leotard. Diana Moran recruits 12 South London commuters at Waterloo Station for an energetic workout session, all dressed comfortably in their trusty leotards. An illustration captures the awe-inspiring moment when an acrobat hangs effortlessly from a swing wearing a vibrant leotard. Rhythmic gymnasts enchant us with their artistry using ribbons, hoops, balls, ropes, and clubs - all enhanced by their colorful leotards. Debbie Harry electrifies the stage as she leads Blondie during a performance in Scotland circa 1978 - her iconic style complete with a dazzling leotard. A Norwegian figure skater and actress glides across the ice flawlessly adorned in an exquisite leotard that accentuates her movements. Learn how to use a ladder like Jakob Koch – even he knows that comfort is key when sporting his trusty leotard. Once again capturing our attention onstage in Scotland circa 1978, Debbie Harry mesmerizes fans with both her vocal talent and stunning choice of attire – including another eye-catching leotard. The versatility of the timeless garment known as the "leotard" shines through various realms - from ballet studios to gymnasiums; from acrobatic swings to ice rinks; from fitness classes to rock concerts.