Tango Collection (#6)

Love of bookS, conceptual image
Love of books, conceptual image. A man performing the tango with a human-shaped figure constructed from books. This could represent a love of books or other forms of knowledge

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

Cabaret Boston trade card
Card for Cabaret " Boston" in Montevideo, Uruguay, advertising, in English and Spanish, two bands, jazz and tango and 50 pretty dancing girls; the beer only $.025, girls $0.60

Dancing the Tango on a table
La Belle Otero dancing on a table, acting alongside Paul Franck and Rosita Ritort

Tango Criollo
TANGO CRIOLLO (= creole) ( El Afilador )

The Tango trouser, 1913
Trousers especially designed for dancing the Tango. The outfit was made up of a skirt slit to the thigh, worn over a pair of Turkish trousers held at the ankle by a band of crystal beads

Two Women Tango C1912
Two stylishly dressed ladies dance the tango stylishly together

Tango (Photo)
She looks a bit apprehensive as she prepares to dance the tango with her smooth partner

Tango Dancing
Tango

Klimt Dress Circa 1914
Artistic & exotic looking Klimt inspired dress with a translucent upper bodice, embroidered split tunic with train & fringed tango skirt worn with a feather headdress

Tunic Dress / Doucet 1914
Ornate yellow tunic dress: tango skirt with front split & train in a luxuriantly patterned fabric, translucent tunic with feathery trim drawn in with a tasseled girdle

Tango Bresilien
TANGO-BRESILIEN

Tango - Heels Up
A tangoing couple demonstrate the phrase to kick up ones heels

Social / Tango Demo 1914
A professional couple demonstrate the tango - still an exotic novelty - to supper guests at the Savoy Hotel, London

FUR MUFF 1913
Tango dress with V -neck, broad green cummerbund / sash, green toque & black aigrette & a large fur muff with ruffle lining drawn in at the centre with a band of roses

Dinner Robe / Worth 1913
Tango dress by Worth: draped & split skirt with a train, high waist with sash, long under- sleeves with engageantes (ruffled cuffs) & an exotic beaded headdress with aigrette

Casino Robe 1914
Tunic dress with draped tango skirt, translucent flared & pleated tunic with fur trim, beaded corsage en ceour, shoes with cross-over ribbons & a feather & pearl headdress

Furs / Grunwaldt / Plate 6
Red tango skirt, black velvet mantle trimmed in an unspecifed fur (sable ?) & matching fur muff; short wrap- over jacket with black fur trim & muff to match

Evening Cape / Doucet 1914
Fad for capes: a flounced evening cape by Doucet with large rosette buttons & fur collar; a tunic dress with a draped tango skirt, puffed tunic & a diagonal split

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Tango, 1912. Dance originating in Argentina that has captivated hearts worldwide with its passionate and dramatic movements. The vibrant streets of Buenos Aires' La Boca district, where the tango first emerged, are adorned with a mesmerizing mural depicting the essence of this captivating dance form. Marcel Vertes' watercolor painting beautifully captures the grace and intensity dancers as they glide across the floor. The Shell Fountain serves as a backdrop to their elegant costumes, adding an enchanting touch to their performance. From above, we witness the magic unfold in Buenos Aires as skilled tango dancers entwine their bodies in perfect harmony. Their synchronized steps and intricate footwork leave spectators spellbound. Carlos Gardel, an iconic figure in tango history, immortalizes this art form through his soulful music and heartfelt lyrics. A Tango Bar sign illuminates the bustling streets of Buenos Aires, inviting enthusiasts to immerse themselves in its seductive rhythms. The Tango Argentino is not just a dance; it is a way of life that embodies passion and sensuality. Fish's sketch at London's Florida Club showcases the universal appeal dancing transcending borders and cultures. An advertisement for tango lessons beckons individuals to embrace this exhilarating journey filled with emotion and connection. Tango for Two C1912 evokes nostalgia for bygone eras when couples would twirl around ballrooms lost in each other's arms. In La Boca's lively restaurant scene, a couple takes center stage performing a live-show that transports diners into another world altogether. The energy pulsates through every step as they bring alive the spirit of Buenos Aires through their breathtaking moves. Tango - more than just dance steps; it is an expression of love, desire, longing - emotions woven together seamlessly on the dance floor. As you delve into this intoxicating world yourself or simply admire from afar, let your heart be swept away by the allure of tango.