Grecian bend

American  

noun

1. (especially in the late 19th century) a posture or walk, often considered fashionable, in which the body is bent forward from the waist.

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Grecian bend

She was an elegant lady, with the most approved Grecian bend.

From Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science Volume 12, No. 31, October, 1873 by Various

"How sweet of you to come, Mr. Bramham," one hand up to her hair and the other outstretched, while her body performed the Grecian bend.

From Poppy The Story of a South African Girl by Stockley, Cynthia

As he resumed paddling, some swaying willows became three ladies attired in the Grecian bend costume, then a fad in America, smiling and bowing to him.

From The Story of Paul Boyton Voyages on All the Great Rivers of the World by Boyton, Paul

Happier and wiser is she who studies the always living and popular Dutch roll rather than the Grecian bend, and who blooms with continual health and good temper. 

From Lost Leaders by Ridge, W. Pett (William Pett)

Smuggling done by women is called a "Case of Grecian bend."

From The Breitmann Ballads by Leland, Charles Godfrey