New and Curious School of Theatrical Dancing
Last updated: 17.12.19
The Classical Treatise on Commedia Dell' Arte Performance
Paperback: 96 pages, usually ships within 24 hours.
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Harlequin, Scaramouch, Pantalone, and other beloved figures
from the Commedia dell'Arte grace the pages of this rare and
delightful work. These magnificent engravings were originally
published in 1716 in Nuremberg. Little is known of the author,
save that he was a Venetian ballet master; his work bespeaks
his prodigious gifts of imagination and creativity. More than
100 full-page plates depict a variety of themes, and each
features a short passage of musical accompaniment and
hand-lettered German captions (with English translations). The
author states the theme and air for each dance and offers
suggestions for steps; the handsome engravings convey the
highly atmospheric settings and costumes. Approximately 103
b/w illustrations.