The Stomach Dance, from 'Salome' by Oscar Wilde (1854-1900) 1893

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"The Stomach Dance, from 'Salome'" is a renowned illustration by the English artist Aubrey Vincent Beardsley (1872–1898), created for the English edition of Oscar Wilde's play "Salome" in 1893. Beardsley was a prominent figure in the Aesthetic Movement and is best known for his black and white illustrations that combined the grotesque, the erotic, and the decadent. His work for "Salome" is particularly notable for its stylized figures and the use of stark contrasts, which were innovative at the time and have since become iconic examples of Art Nouveau illustration.

The illustration titled "The Stomach Dance" captures a moment from Wilde's play, which is itself a retelling of the biblical story of Salome, the stepdaughter of Herod Antipas. In Wilde's version, Salome performs the Dance of the Seven Veils, a seductive and provocative dance, to entice her stepfather and in return demands the head of John the Baptist. Beardsley's interpretation of this scene is characterized by its sensuous and somewhat unsettling depiction of Salome, emphasizing the eroticism and morbidity that pervade the play.

Beardsley's illustrations for "Salome" were controversial at the time of their publication due to their explicit content and their departure from traditional Victorian sensibilities. "The Stomach Dance" is no exception, with its exaggerated forms and intricate patterns contributing to a sense of unease and fascination. The piece is a testament to Beardsley's unique artistic vision and his ability to capture the essence of Wilde's dramatic work through visual art.

Today, "The Stomach Dance, from 'Salome'" is considered a masterpiece of book illustration and is often studied in the context of Beardsley's broader oeuvre and the fin-de-siècle period in which he worked. The illustration remains a subject of academic interest and is held in high regard by collectors and enthusiasts of Art Nouveau and Symbolist art.

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