Mata Hari in Profile
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Mata Hari in Profile
MATA HARI (= Eye of Dawn) (Margarete Gertrude Zelle) wearing her bejewelled headdress and costume for the sacred Brahmic Dagger Dance. Date: 1876 - 1917
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1876 Bejewelled Dagger Dawn Exotic Gertrude Guimet Hari Headdress Margarete Mata Musee Sacred Zelle Artists Performing
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Mata Hari, the enigmatic and captivating entertainer, is depicted in this profile image wearing her ornate headdress and costume for the sacred Brahmic Dagger Dance. Born Margarete Gertrude Zelle in Germany in 1876, Mata Hari's life was as intriguing as her stage persona. She became an exotic muse for artists and audiences alike, captivating them with her alluring performances that blended elements of Indian and Middle Eastern culture. The image captures Mata Hari in her prime, with her bejewelled headdress adorned with feathers and precious stones, and her costume shimmering with intricate patterns and rich fabrics. The sacred Brahmic Dagger Dance was just one of the many performances that made Mata Hari a sensation in Paris during the early 20th century. Mata Hari's life was as complex as her performances. She was a dancer, a spy, and a woman of many mysteries. She rose to fame in Parisian society, entertaining the elite and becoming a favorite of high-ranking military officers. However, her double life as a spy for the French military intelligence during World War I ultimately led to her downfall. This profile image of Mata Hari, taken during her prime, is a testament to her enchanting presence and the enduring allure of her performances. It is now a historical artifact, preserved in the Musée Guimet in Paris, a museum dedicated to arts from Asia, Oceania, and the Americas. The image offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us to a time when Mata Hari was the epitome of exotic allure and mystery.
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