Welcome to season 3, episode 2!
In this episode we delve into the depths of the Georgian ballroom. We consider the people, the clothes, what the ballroom looked and felt like, and the rules...there were a lot of rules! Luckily there were also a lot of etiquette manuals available to help you along the way.
As usual we consider all this from a sensory perspective, using a selection of primary sources:
* Jealousy Glass or Polemoscope https://www.vanleestantiques.com/product/polemoscope-18th-century/
* Extract from chapter 2 of Northanger Abbey by Jane Austen
* Article written by J Addison from The Spectator, dated 27th June 1711
* Article from The Galignani Messenger, 28th February 1821
A photo of the polemoscope can be found on X and Instagram, as well as our website: www.sistoryhistory.co.uk%2Fpost%2Fphotos-for-s03e02-the-georgians-strictly-ballroom
Keen to learn more? Try these:
https://janeausten.co.uk/blogs/womens-regency-fashion-articles/polemoscope-georgian-jealousy-glasses
https://thecozydrawingroom.com/2013/11/30/how-to-spy-on-a-suitor-without-looking-like-youre-trying/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9fOs3B0_wJU
And do try to visit the Fan Museum if you find yourself near Greenwich or the London area - it's well worth it! https://www.thefanmuseum.org.uk/
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