Up for sale is a beautifully preserved, complete vintage souvenir photo portfolio from the legendary Bal Tabarin cabaret nightclub, located at 36 Rue Victor-Massé in the Montmartre district of Paris. Dating from the golden era of Parisian music halls (circa late 1930s to 1940s), this rare lot includes its original textured grey/green cardstock presentation folder wrapper featuring classic typography detailing the venue's famous acts. Inside are 10 original black-and-white silver gelatin prints boasting iconic vintage deckle-edge (scalloped) borders. The professional stage and publicity photography captures the lavish, high-production values that made Bal Tabarin world-famous, including a stunning shot of the synchronized French Cancan troupe, elaborate Art Deco geometric set finales, allegorical living art (tableaux vivants) with a giant harp motif, and a multi-performer maritime/nautical exploration scene complete with an anchor backdrop and a male ukulele crooner. An exceptional, complete piece of mid-century French theatrical history and theatrical ephemera. Perfect for collectors of vintage pin-up, dance photography, or Parisian nightlife memorabilia. Please see photos for detailed condition
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