Elaine Malbin “After an Hour” Vintage Pilates Note Cards (10-Pack) | Archival Pilates History
These pilates studio note cards feature Elaine Malbin at the Original Pilates Studio of Joseph Pilates. The image, taken from a 1956 photograph by John Vachon, is part of the Library of Congress archives and is sold with permission. It offers a rare, authentic glimpse into early Pilates history and the practice of Contrology as it was taught in mid-century New York, highlighting the method’s precision and form.
Elaine Malbin played a key role in preserving the traditions of Original Pilates. She bridged the worlds of Pilates and opera through her lifelong dedication. Her work with Joseph Pilates helped spread Original Pilates beyond the studio, making her an essential figure for anyone studying archival Pilates, Pilates history, or the legacy of the Original Pilates Studio.
Printed on coated silk paper, these vintage Pilates note cards are perfect for correspondence, framing, or gifting. Each pack includes ten cards with matching envelopes. See the entire collection of vintage pilates studio note cards with Elaine Malbin here.
Card Specifics
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4.25 x 5.5 inches
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Coated silk paper
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Pack of 10 cards with 10 standard envelopes
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