Navel Collection

Little boy lifts his jumper, Balham, SW London
A little boy lifting his jumper on a street in Balham, SW London. Date: circa 1961

Nude womans torso, computer artwork

Womans abdomen. View of the torso of a woman lying down, showing her abdomen. Her navel (belly button or " umbilicus" ) is seen

Sea Cadets go overboard with life belt as it gives their confidence in this use of lifesaving apparatus. July 1942 P009211

The Navel Chakra. Date: 1927

Neptune, Towing the Victory into Gibraltar Harbour after the Battle of Trafalgar
CH378262 Neptune, Towing the Victory into Gibraltar Harbour after the Battle of Trafalgar (oil on canvas) by Stanfield, William Clarkson (1793-1867) (attr)

Comic postcard, Naval Review at the seaside Date: 20th century

Ideal proportions revealed to be based on the human body
STC255923 Ideal proportions revealed to be based on the human body, from De Architectura Libri Dece traducti de latino in Vulgare affigurati, by Marcus Vitruvius Pollio

Nude
CK88511 Nude by Wood, Christopher (1901-30); 45.7x55.2 cm; Private Collection; Photo eCrane Kalman Gallery, London, UK; English, out of copyright

Marthe Beraud ( Eva C ) exudes ectoplasm from her navel, which loops round her nipples, at the home of Madame Bisson at 33 rue George Sand, Paris, Date: 9 January 1913

Cartoon boy lifting yellow T-shirt and looking down at belly button on abdomen

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The View of City Hall with The Shard and HMS Belfast at night in London

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Evening View of City Hall The Shard and HMS Belfast in London

Six nations pocket battleships
How the six cheif naval powers have developed their cruisers under treaty limits. Date: 1930

Umbilicus Chrysanthus (Cotyledon Chrysantha), also known as Venus Navel, Venusnabel and Nabelkraut, a perennial flowering plant of Crassulaceae (stonecrop) family

Picking oranges, Riverside, California, USA
Workers picking navel oranges, Riverside, California, USA. The boxes are labelled Riverside Navel Orange Company. Date: 1898

Intefs seated statue. Egypt
Intefs seated statue. Limestone. Wearing with a wig, long skirt and with abdominal folds with which scuptor shows Intefs high social status, associated to abundant food and sedentary lifestyle

Terracottas female figure. Egypt
Terracottas female figure. Sculpted with an elaborate hairstyle, a necklace and incised points around the navel and buttocks as a tattoo

Male Torso, c. 1800 (oil on canvas)
XIR173093 Male Torso, c.1800 (oil on canvas) by Ingres, Jean Auguste Dominique (1780-1867); 99x80 cm; Musee Ingres, Montauban, France; French, out of copyright

Eskimo (Inuit) Woman and Baby (colour litho)
BAL109990 Eskimo (Inuit) Woman and Baby (colour litho) by White, John (fl.1570-93) (after); 22.2x16.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

GERMAN FASHION, 1921. The height of fashion: fashionable women of Berlin, inspired by the Hindu poet Sir Rabindranath Tagore, contemplate their navels. Illustration, 1921, by Olaf Gulbrannson

Spartans asking Oracle at Delphi whether to make war against Athenians. Peloponnesian War (Second or Great 431-404BC) between Athens and Sparta. Wood engraving 1910

Navelwort, Penny-pies, or Wall Pennywort - Umbilicus rupestris, is a fleshy, perennial, edible flowering plant in the stonecrop family - Spain

Two week old babys belly button

Union Club Brand navel oranges from California
CRATE LABEL, 20th CENTURY. Union Club Brand navel oranges from California

A carload of mammoth navel oranges from California

Womans naked abdomen

Womans stomach, computer artwork

Umbilical cord
MODEL RELEASED. Umbilical cord. The cord will drop off after 7-10 days. During this time and immediately after, care must be taken to keep the navel area clean and free from infection

Captain James Cook, British explorer
Captain James Cook (1728-1779), British explorer, navigator and cartographer. Captain James Cook first served in the British merchant navy as a teenager and joined the Royal Navy in 1755

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"The Navel: A Captivating Artistic Exploration of the Human Form" In this captivating computer artwork, a nude woman's torso takes center stage, showcasing the beauty and intricacy of the female abdomen. Reminiscent of Marthe Beraud's masterpieces, this portrayal highlights the delicate curves and lines that make up our bodies. Beyond its physical representation, the navel holds significant symbolism in various cultures and contexts. In Eastern philosophy, it is associated with the Navel Chakra - a source of personal power and transformation. Similarly, naval battles have shaped history; think of the infamous Six Nations pocket battleships or Neptune towing Victory into Gibraltar Harbour after Trafalgar. But not all references to they are serious; sometimes they can be light-hearted too. Take for instance a comic postcard depicting a Naval Review at the seaside during the 20th century. It reminds us that even amidst military events, humor finds its place. Interestingly enough, ideal proportions have been revealed to be based on none other than our own human body. The navel serves as a focal point when determining these proportions – an intriguing revelation indeed. Moving away from artistry and history, let's explore everyday life scenarios involving navels. Imagine sea cadets going overboard with their life belts - finding confidence in knowing that this equipment can save lives when used correctly. Or picture someone picking oranges in Riverside, California - their exposed navel reminding us of our connection to nature and sustenance. Even ancient civilizations recognized the significance of navels; just look at Intefs seated statue from Egypt. This artifact showcases how deeply ingrained this body part has been throughout human history. Whether seen through artistic lenses or experienced firsthand in daily life situations, there is no denying that "the navel" holds immense intrigue and fascination for both artists and individuals alike.