Antique dance card holder

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Dance cards were created in the 18th century and enjoyed great popularity on the balls from the 19th century into the 20th century, especially on the carnival balls in Vienna. The dance card was used to write down the names of the gentlemen who wanted to dance with her on a particular dance. The lavishly decorated cards were specially made for the occasion by the event host and presented to the women at the entrance. Dance card cases were made especially for these cards. Beautiful antique dance card case from England. Slim, rectangular shape, multi-profiled edge with chain.

Antique dance card holder

Long before young people of opposite sexes were allowed to go on dates together, most people would have socialized in groups at highly-scrutinized gatherings like dinner parties or for tea. But, dances were another favorite way for men and women to mingle- with everyone watching of course. Lest there be any confusion about who was dancing with who, dance cards were a way to keep track of it all. Women could jot down the names of their would-be partners in order, usually using a very discreet little pencil. At very formal events the order of the dances was laid out in the card card usually it was more like a booklet. Sometimes the songs were laid out as well, making it even easier to remember who was set to dance when. The example above is an opulent reminder of just how grand these affairs could be. Some dance cards were housed in hand-painted cases reserved only for the wealthiest of individuals like the one above which also features ivory pages. However, dance cards relieved some of the pressure of finding a dance partner and meant that people who really wanted to dance could do so without constantly stopping to find a new partner. Many of these dance cards survive today since women kept them as souvenirs of events or of meeting special people. The fact that many ball organizers would have special ones printed up to match the theme of the event has also made them novelties for keeping. Sometimes the card had a pencil attached, but in case it did not many young women were advised to carry little pencils in cases to their dances. As time went on the cards became less romantic, but some -like the football-shaped one below- still added a touch of whimsy to the design.

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The minuets, danced one couple at a time in a rigidly prescribed order defined by the social rank of the dancers, gave way entirely to less formal dances as quadrilles and dances done with a single partner, like the waltz and the polka. In the new social context the 'Dance cards' 'carnet de bal' in French were used by ladies to keep track of the gentleman to whom they had promised dances in the course of the evening. The ladies participated in the ball with their personal 'Dance card' contained into an elaborate cover of bone, silver or ivory, often with miniature petit point canvas inserts. They were small enough to be readily portable and, together with the 'posy holder' tussie mussie , were an indispensable complement to ball's accessorizing. Personal 'Dance cards' were less common at the end of the 19th century when a simple card or a card folded in half were prepared by the 'dance committee', reporting the description of the occasion for the event, the location and the date. The interior of the 'dance card' usually contained a list of the evening's dances, with spaces provided for the names of the gentlemen to whom the lady had promised them.

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Antique dance card holder

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A rare and exceptional Mid-Century Modern Drawer library card catalog cabinet USA, Circa s Oak, with brass hardware, metal drawer interiors, and three pull-out writing table Epoche: Jugendstil Materialien: Silber. French Style Drapers Table. Victorian Sterling Reversible Necklace. Toned, and with. Please use this number when ordering bjj Les Avocats. On the side it has a pencil holder and inside it has three ivory sheets. Fairground Horse. They were small enough to be readily portable and, together with the 'posy holder' tussie mussie , were an indispensable complement to ball's accessorizing. A dance card antique — often made from mahogany , metal and wood — can elevate any home. Once the item is shipped, you will receive an email from Lang or FedEx. During her past three failed seasons, she had become accustomed to being a wallflower.

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Wood in for public entertainment, such as card playing, taking tea, and dancing. Available immediately Delivery time: 2 - 3 Workdays Other countries. Category s English Dance Card Antique. Inscribed in kanji to the right-hand corner. Description: The Old Manse Edition. Large Capo di Monte Rectangular Casket. Last Name. All shipments are insured for the full value of the package and require a signature upon delivery. In the new social context the 'Dance cards' 'carnet de bal' in French were used by ladies to keep track of the gentleman to whom they had promised dances in the course of the evening. Drei Grazien Three Graces , Similar items. Thats good for You and good for us. Ralph R.