The Gala of the Ton, Carlton House Terrace during the Season
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The Gala of the Ton, Carlton House Terrace during the Season
A huge house on Carlton House Terrace, ablaze with lights during the London Season. Elegant guests at a ball or party can be seen arriving by car, while up on the verandah or portico, a number can be seen enjoying the night air away from the heat and perfume of the dance floor. Date: 1928
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Ball Carlton Classes Gala Guests Mansion Parties Places Portico Reception Regents Season Terrace Verandah 1928 Upper
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The Gala of the Ton at Carlton House Terrace: A Night of Elegance and Revelry during the London Season of 1928 This enchanting photograph captures the essence of the London Season in 1928, as Carlton House Terrace, one of Regent's Park's most magnificent mansions, is illuminated against the night sky. The grandeur of the occasion is reflected in the elegant guests arriving by car, their vehicles adding a modern touch to the historic setting. The Ton, an exclusive social circle of the English upper class, had long made Carlton House Terrace a hub of society events. As the sun set, the terrace came alive with the sounds of laughter, music, and the rustle of silk gowns. Guests gathered on the verandah and portico, taking a moment to breathe in the cool evening air and enjoy the splendid view of Regent's Park. The dance floor below was a whirl of activity, filled with couples moving gracefully to the rhythm of the music. The heat of the dance floor was a welcome contrast to the crisp night air, and the intoxicating perfume of roses and jasmine filled the air. The London Season was a time for the city's elite to come together, to socialize, to make connections, and to celebrate the joys of life. This photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, a time when grand houses like Carlton House Terrace were the setting for unforgettable events and memories that would last a lifetime.
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