Belly Dancer Collection

Belly Dancer at the Omar Khayyam Club from Arnold Louis Millers London in the Raw (1964)
Arnold Louis Millers London in the Raw (1964)

Nai Bonet from Saigon who invented the Jelly Belly dance. August 1966

Belley Dancer in Blue - Cappadoccia Turkey

World Rally Championship
Belly-dancing entertainment after the shakedown. World Rally Championship, Rd3, Jordan Rally, Dead Sea, Amman, Jordan. Shakedown, 31 March 2010

Egyptian dancer in a tent, with musicians and spectators, 1868 or later. Creator: Willem de Famars Testas
Egyptian dancer in a tent, with musicians and spectators, 1868 or later. Danseuse Egyptienne (Razieh)

Miss Yvonne, 1918 Dec. 30. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Miss Yvonne, 1918 Dec. 30

Unidentified dancer, possibly an Elizabeth Duncan dancer, between 1911 and 1942. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Unidentified dancer, possibly an Elizabeth Duncan dancer, between 1911 and 1942

Denishawn dancer, 1927 or 1928. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Denishawn dancer, 1927 or 1928. The Denishawn School of Dancing and Related Arts was founded in 1915 by Ruth St. Denis and Ted Shawn in Los Angeles

Egyptian alma dancing girls or belly-dancers
Egyptian alma or almeh dancing girls or belly-dancers accompanied by female musicians in veils. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Bernieri from Giulio Ferrarios Ancient

The Stomach Dance, from Salome by Oscar Wilde (1854-1900) 1893 (line block print)
STC273099 The Stomach Dance, from Salome by Oscar Wilde (1854-1900) 1893 (line block print) by Beardsley, Aubrey (1872-98); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Dancing Girls (oil on canvas)
GG110459 Dancing Girls (oil on canvas) by Fabbi, Fabio (1861-1946); Private Collection; Photo © Gavin Graham Gallery, London, UK

A Turkish Cafe, mid 19th century (w / c on paper)
CHT237174 A Turkish Cafe, mid 19th century (w/c on paper) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque de l Institut de France, Paris

Goulab-Soubi (colour litho)
3098795 Goulab-Soubi (colour litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Goulab-Soubi. Illustration from Le Figaro Illustre, November 1896.); © Look and Learn

Dancing Ceremony in Cairo, 1860 (colour litho)
468696 Dancing Ceremony in Cairo, 1860 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright

The Dance of the Almeh, 1863 (oil on panel)
DAY234989 The Dance of the Almeh, 1863 (oil on panel) by Gerome, Jean Leon (1824-1904); 50.2x81.3 cm; The Dayton Art Institute, Dayton, Ohio

Woman looking disapprovingly at a poster advertising a belly dancing act (colour litho)
5996036 Woman looking disapprovingly at a poster advertising a belly dancing act (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Jeune fille mauresque, assise dans un riche interieur (Almee), 1853. Private Collection

Egyptian belly dancer, Cairo, 1862. Artist: Amadeo Preziosi
Egyptian belly dancer, Cairo, 1862. From Souvenir of Cairo

Almee. Artist: Berndtson, Gunnar Fredrik (1854-1895)
Almee. Found in the collection of Ateneum, Helsinki

Dance of Almee, c1873-1937. Artist: Paul Louis Bouchard
Dance of Almee, c1873-1937

UP THE LADDER, 1925. Olive Ann Alcorn in a still from the film, Up the Ladder, 1925

Costume design for Salome in Dance of the Seven Veils, 1909 (w / c)
BAL75814 Costume design for Salome in Dance of the Seven Veils, 1909 (w/c) by Bakst, Leon (1866-1924); 46.5x29.9 cm; Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow, Russia; Russian, out of copyright

Middle East Turkey and city of Istanbul with belly dancers colorful outfit for sale in the spice market in Old City

Belly Dancer costume in window of vendor Khalil Bazaar, Cairo Egypt

THE BRANDED WOMAN, 1920. Silent film still. Norma Talmadge

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"Belly Dancer: A Mesmerizing Art Form Through Time" Step into the enchanting world of belly dancing, where rhythm and movement intertwine to create a captivating spectacle. From the Omar Khayyam Club in London to the vibrant streets of Cappadoccia, Turkey, this ancient art form has transcended borders and captivated audiences for centuries. In 1964, Arnold Louis Millers' lens captured the essence of a Belly Dancer at the Omar Khayyam Club in his iconic documentary "London in the Raw. " The image immortalizes her graceful movements and intricate costume, showcasing the allure that has made belly dancing an enduring fascination. Traveling further east to Cappadoccia, Turkey, we encounter a mesmerizing "Belly Dancer in Blue. " Against a backdrop of stunning rock formations, she embodies both elegance and strength as she effortlessly glides through her routine. Her performance serves as a testament to how belly dancing seamlessly blends tradition with modernity. Venturing back in time to August 1966 Saigon, we meet Nai Bonet - an innovator who invented the Jelly Belly dance. With her innovative style and infectious energy, Nai Bonet pushed boundaries and redefined what it meant to be a belly dancer. Her legacy lives on as she continues to inspire dancers worldwide. The influence of belly dancing extends beyond live performances; it permeates various forms of art throughout history. Oscar Wilde's play Salome featured "The Stomach Dance, " depicted beautifully by Aubrey Beardsley's line block print from 1893. This striking artwork captures not only the physicality but also hints at sensuality inherent within this ancient dance form. From oil paintings portraying Dancing Girls adorned with vibrant costumes to colorful lithographs like Goulab-Soubi or Egyptian alma dancing girls – artists have sought inspiration from these bewitching performers throughout time.