Loie Collection

Serpentine / Reznicek
Every illustrator of the day has a go at depicting the Serpentine Dance : Reznicek admirably captures the swirling movement which is the essence of the dance

Loie Fuller / Cheret 1890S
LOIE FULLER (Mary Louise Fuller) American dancer doing her Serpentine Dance in Paris during the 1890s

Loie Fuller / Folies 1892
LOIE FULLER (Mary Louise Fuller) American dancer at the Folies Bergere, Paris

Loie Fuller (Mary Louise Fuller) American dancer doing her Serpentintanz or Serpentine Dance - London, March 8th 1912. 1912

Loie Fuller

Loie Fuller in her Skirt Dance Date: 1890s

Goose, 1889 (drypoint) (b / w photo)
MMT217857 Goose, 1889 (drypoint) (b/w photo) by Morisot, Berthe (1841-95); 14x11 cm; Musee Marmottan Monet, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

L Oie sauvage, Anas anser, A segetum (engraving)
3645322 L Oie sauvage, Anas anser, A segetum (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: L Oie sauvage, Anas anser, A segetum)

Miss Loie Fuller, 1893. 1893. Creator: Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec
Miss Loie Fuller, 1893. At the Folies Bergere in a billowing silk gown, manipulated with large poles held in her hands

Statue of Loie Fuller by Theodore Riviere, c1890s, (1903). Creator: Unknown
Statue of Loie Fuller by Theodore Riviere, c1890s, (1903). Loie Fuller (1862-1928) was an American dancer who pioneered modern dance and theatrical lighing techniques

Loie Fuller (1862-1928), pioneer of modern dance and theatrical lighting techniques, 1902-1903
Loie Fuller, pioneer of modern dance and theatrical lighting techniques, 1902-1903. Loie Fuller was an American dancer who came to perform at the Folies-Bergere in Paris in 1892

Loie Fuller (poster), 1897. Artist: Jules Cheret
Loie Fuller (poster), 1897. Loie Fuller (1862-1928) was an American dancer who pioneered modern dance and theatrical lighing techniques. From a private collection

Nude in Colored Scarf

France - Loie Fuller - Dance of the Seven Veils (Salomes dance performed before King Herod Antipas). Date: circa 1905

Loie Fuller / St Paul 1895
LOIE FULLER (Mary Louise Fuller) American dancer who became world-famous for her Serpentine Dance Date: 1862 - 1928

Loie Fuller / Music Cover
LOIE FULLER (Mary Louise Fuller) Celebration of the Serpentine Dance made popular by the American dancer Date: 1862 - 1928

LOIE FULLER (1862-1928). American dancer; photographed in 1896

Loie Fuller / Rire 1904
LOIE FULLER (Mary Louise Fuller) American dancer doing her Serpentine Dance

Loie Fuller / Papillon
LOIE FULLER (Mary Louise Fuller) American dancer as Le Papillon de Nuit at the Bouffes-Parisiens

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Loie Fuller, also known as Mary Louise Fuller, was an American dancer who captivated audiences with her mesmerizing performances. Born in 1862, she became a pioneer of modern dance and an icon of the Belle Époque era. Inspired by the serpentine movements of snakes, Loie Fuller developed her unique style that blended dance and visual effects. With flowing costumes and innovative lighting techniques, she created breathtaking spectacles on stage. Artists like Reznicek and Cheret were inspired by her artistry and immortalized her in their works during the 1890s. In 1892, Loie Fuller performed at Folies Bergère in Paris, where she introduced her famous Skirt Dance. The ethereal beauty of this performance enchanted audiences worldwide. Her graceful movements seemed to transform into living sculptures as she manipulated large silk skirts that billowed around her like waves. One notable artwork capturing Loie's allure is Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec's portrait from 1893. This depiction showcases her elegance and charisma on stage while wearing one of her iconic costumes. Loie Fuller's influence extended beyond the realm of dance; even statues were erected to honor her contributions to art. Theodore Riviere crafted a stunning sculpture that embodied the essence of Loie's performances during the late 19th century. Although primarily associated with France due to her success there, Loie Fuller's impact reached far beyond national borders. She toured extensively throughout Europe and America, leaving audiences spellbound wherever she went. Even nature paid homage to this remarkable artist through various artistic representations such as engravings featuring wild geese or drypoint prints depicting goose motifs - symbols often associated with freedom and gracefulness akin to Loie herself. Loie Fuller remains an enduring figure in dance history—a visionary whose innovation continues to inspire dancers today. Her legacy lives on through photographs capturing moments frozen in time—testaments to a woman who revolutionized the art of movement and forever changed the world of dance.