Courting Collection (page 15)

A Drawing Room Scene with an imposing open Armchair (w / c & bodycolour on paper)
CH401622 A Drawing Room Scene with an imposing open Armchair (w/c & bodycolour on paper) by Walker, Frederick (1840-75); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn observed by Queen Katherine, 1870 (oil on canvas)
CH401474 Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn observed by Queen Katherine, 1870 (oil on canvas) by Stone, Marcus (1840-1921); 121.9x182.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Lovers on a beach (chromolitho)
5996006 Lovers on a beach (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lovers on a beach. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

The Lovers Seat (colour litho)
3621885 The Lovers Seat (colour litho) by Emmerson, Henry Hetherington (1831-95); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Lovers Seat)

I ve travell d almost England through and seen some funny creatures, but never met two persons yet with such eccentric
3639087 I ve travell d almost England through and seen some funny creatures, but never met two persons yet with such eccentric features (chromolitho) by English School

A soldier and a lady (chromolitho)
668980 A soldier and a lady (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A soldier and a lady.); © Look and Learn; French, out of copyright

The First Approach, c. 1790 (hand-coloured engraving)
708893 The First Approach, c.1790 (hand-coloured engraving) by Lasinio, Carlo (1759-1838); Private Collection; (add.info)

Song of Solomon (oil on canvas)
703000 Song of Solomon (oil on canvas) by Morelli, Domenico (1826-1901); Galleria Nazionale d Arte Moderna e Contemporanea, Rome, Lazio, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

The First Interview, or Happiness Sacrificed to Riches, 1784 (hand-coloured mezzotint)
695578 The First Interview, or Happiness Sacrificed to Riches, 1784 (hand-coloured mezzotint) by English School, (18th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

The City and Country Beaux, c. 1838 (oil on canvas)
CLK339945 The City and Country Beaux, c.1838 (oil on canvas) by Edmonds, Francis William (1806-63); 51.1x61.6 cm; Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute, Williamstown, Massachusetts

Two Figures: a girl seated and a man on the ground at her left, c
FSG324596 Two Figures: a girl seated and a man on the ground at her left, c.1855-59 (pencil on off-white paper) by Whistler, James Abbott McNeill (1834-1903); 12.7x9 cm; Freer Gallery of Art

Rustic Courtship (w / c on paper)
XYC238464 Rustic Courtship (w/c on paper) by Wheatley, Francis (1747-1801); 41.9x33.7 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English, out of copyright

Illustration from The Frog would a Wooing Go, by Charles H
616465 Illustration from The Frog would a Wooing Go, by Charles H. Bennett, 1916 (colour litho) by Adams, Frank (1871-1944); Private Collection; American, out of copyright

The Crow and the Fox, from Fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-95
PER190882 The Crow and the Fox, from Fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-95) (colour engraving) by Gelibert, Gaston (1850-1931); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Corbeau et le Renard; ); French

Flirtation, 1910 (oil on panel)
BOU202960 Flirtation, 1910 (oil on panel) by Pannett, Reginald (fl.1850-1910); 12.7x17.8 cm; Private Collection; Bourne Gallery, Reigate, Surrey; English, out of copyright

Ladys promenade dress, 1800 (coloured engraving)
STC444565 Ladys promenade dress, 1800 (coloured engraving) by Debucourt, Philibert Louis (1755-1832); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright

Dutch Courtship, c. 1661 (oil on panel)
450130 Dutch Courtship, c.1661 (oil on panel) by Sorgh, Hendrik Martensz (1611-70); 29.8x25.4 cm; The Holburne Museum, Bath, UK; eHolburne Museum; Dutch, out of copyright

O Mistress Mine, Where Are You Roving?, song from Twelfth Night
DGC452023 O Mistress Mine, Where Are You Roving?, song from Twelfth Night, Act II, Scene III, illustration from Pan-Pipes, A Book of Old Songs, Newly Arranged and with Accompaniments by Theo

Drink to Me Only With Thine Eyes, song illustration from Pan-Pipes
DGC452020 Drink to Me Only With Thine Eyes, song illustration from Pan-Pipes, A Book of Old Songs, Newly Arranged and with Accompaniments by Theo

Twas in the Merry Month of May, Corydon setting a wreath of flowers on the head
DGC452012 Twas in the Merry Month of May, Corydon setting a wreath of flowers on the head of Phillida, song illustration from Pan-Pipes, A Book of Old Songs

Figure of the Festival at the Chateau, after a design by Francois Boucher (1703-70)
499639 Figure of the Festival at the Chateau, after a design by FranAzois Boucher (1703-70), manufactured by SAvres Factory, 1766 (unglazed soft-paste biscuit porcelain) by Falconet

"Where are you going, my Pretty Maid?", illustration from The Milkmaid, pub
STC340839 " Where are you going, my Pretty Maid?", illustration from The Milkmaid, pub. by Frederick Warne & Co

A scene from an amateur production of a play titled "The Butterflies"
MNY381292 A scene from an amateur production of a play titled " The Butterflies" presented at Barnard College, New York (silver gelatin print) by Byron Company (fl.1890-1942)

The Lantern Makers Courtship, A Street Scene in Cairo, 1861 (oil on canvas)
BIR104478 The Lantern Makers Courtship, A Street Scene in Cairo, 1861 (oil on canvas) by Hunt, William Holman (1827-1910); 54.8x34.7 cm; Birmingham Museums and Art Gallery; English, out of copyright

Waved albatross (Phoebastria irrorata), pair mutual preening in courtship, Espanola Island, Galapagos Islands

Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) male passing fish to female, courtship behaviour, Lorraine, France, March

Money Hunting, 1835 (hand-coloured engraving)
2562203 Money Hunting, 1835 (hand-coloured engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Man kissing a woman in a garden (litho)
6001478 Man kissing a woman in a garden (litho) by Fisher, Harrison (1875-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Man kissing a woman in a garden)

Romantic couple taking a break from their game of golf (litho)
6001468 Romantic couple taking a break from their game of golf (litho) by Fisher, Harrison (1875-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Romantic couple taking a break from their game of golf)

Two couples kissing on a bench (coloured photo)
6031753 Two couples kissing on a bench (coloured photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Two couples kissing on a bench)

A salute between a solider and his commanding officer in Kitcheners and a different salute when he meets his sweeheart
6031677 A salute between a solider and his commanding officer in Kitcheners and a different salute when he meets his sweeheart (colour litho) by English School

A fine needlework picture embroidered in wools and silks
1767223 A fine needlework picture embroidered in wools and silks, probably depicting the meeting of Jacob and Rachel at the Well (wool, silk) by English School

Johnny courting Maria in a parlor while others play cards and sing songs in front of the hearth
FLO4989343 Johnny courting Maria in a parlor while others play cards and sing songs in front of the hearth. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by W

Man puts spring blossom in young womans hair, 1897 (engraving)
3779579 Man puts spring blossom in young womans hair, 1897 (engraving) by Kainradl, Leo (1872-1943); (add.info.: Drawn by L)

Young woman deciding between two suitors (litho)
6001431 Young woman deciding between two suitors (litho) by Fisher, Harrison (1875-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Young woman deciding between two suitors)

Couple having a drink after a tennis game (colour litho)
6001414 Couple having a drink after a tennis game (colour litho) by Fisher, Harrison (1875-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Couple having a drink after a tennis game)

Lovers in a Landscape (oil on canvas)
BI94885 Lovers in a Landscape (oil on canvas) by Lancret, Nicolas (1690-1743); 75.3x97.5 cm; The Henry Barber Trust, The Barber Institute of Fine Arts

Arras Tapestry, Offering of the Heart (tapestry)
BAL1118 Arras Tapestry, Offering of the Heart (tapestry) by French School, (15th century); Musee National du Moyen Age et des Thermes de Cluny, Paris; French, out of copyright

Flowing to the Sea, 1871 (oil on canvas)
SOU80727 Flowing to the Sea, 1871 (oil on canvas) by Millais, John Everett (1829-96); 143x188 cm; Southampton City Art Gallery, Hampshire, UK; eSouthhampton City Art Gallery; English, out of copyright

Couple under Japanese Parasols; Paar Unter der Japanschirm, 1902 (oil on canvas)
652557 Couple under Japanese Parasols; Paar Unter der Japanschirm, 1902 (oil on canvas) by Kirchner, Ernst Ludwig (1880-1938); 100x75 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

A couple courting, 1888 (engraving)
5616400 A couple courting, 1888 (engraving) by Edwards, Mary Ellen (1838-1934); Universal History Archive/UIG; English, out of copyright

A couple courting, 1888 (engraving)
5616399 A couple courting, 1888 (engraving) by Edwards, Mary Ellen (1838-1934); Universal History Archive/UIG; English, out of copyright

The World went very well then, 1890 (oil on canvas)
6200877 The World went very well then, 1890 (oil on canvas) by Pettie, John (1839-93); 76.2x125.7 cm; The McManus, Dundee

The language of feet, flirting by playing footsie (chromolitho)
6030652 The language of feet, flirting by playing footsie (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The language of feet)

Couple of lovers in a rowing boat (b / w photo)
5999997 Couple of lovers in a rowing boat (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Couple of lovers in a rowing boat)

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"Courtship: A Dance of Love and Connection" In the enchanting realm of nature, courtship takes on many forms. From the mesmerizing Blue-footed booby pair gracefully courting on Santa Cruz Island's South coast to the adorable Atlantic Puffins engaging in bill rubbing rituals on Skomer Island, love is in the air. Even the majestic King penguins partake in pre-mating behaviors, showcasing their affectionate bond. As if inspired by celestial romance, Hesperus, the Evening Star, stands as a symbol sacred to lovers since 1855. Love knows no bounds; it transcends species and embraces all beings. Jim and Jeanette find solace and joy amidst lush green grasses as they embark on their own journey of courtship. The Japanese crane displays its wings in a heart shape during February's winter embrace in Hokkaido, Japan. Meanwhile, Andean cock-of-the-rock males gather at leks high up in trees to showcase their vibrant plumage for potential mates. Even Mountain hares engage in playful boxing matches amidst Scotland's snowy landscapes during December - a testament to love's spirited nature. Australasian crested grebes perform an elegant courtship display while Great crested grebes engage in their whimsical weed dance - both captivating spectacles that celebrate unity and devotion. Finally, Atlantic Puffin pairs continue their ritualistic bill rubbing as an expression of affection during this enchanting courtship season. In these moments captured across time and space, we witness nature's intricate tapestry woven with threads of love. Courtship reminds us that connection is universal - whether through graceful dances or tender gestures - it is through these acts that hearts intertwine and souls find solace together.