Courting Collection (#37)

Stop your tickling, Jock
A courting couple in evening dress. A small copy of the Venus de Milo statue stands on a table at the side, and a potted palm behind them

Lovers chat using a string telephone
A courting couple chat over the telephone, while cupid listens in. The dapper gentleman attributes his robust health to the taking of Enos fruit salt

Curly Locks, Curly Locks! wilt thou be mine? Thou shalt not wash dishes, nor yet feed the swine, But sit on a cushion and sew a fine seam, And feed upon strawberries, sugar and cream! 20th century

E Richards. Two bonny blue eyes
Two bonny blue eyes, a dear little nose, a pretty little mouth, and her name is Rose. A little boy pays court to a little girl who stands watering her garden. 20th century

Wartime courtship by George Ranstead
A young subaltern and his sweetheart flirt with each other across a table. She asks him when he first fell in love with her to which he replies

1960s fashion, courtship wearing John Cavanagh suit
A girl wearing a John Cavanagh suit of soft, feather-weight tweed by Otterburn Mills in a mixture of pale grey and white. The jacket is double-breasted with a rolled collar set away from the neck

The loving couple being chaperoned
A courting couple are being chaperoned, while they take a relaxing ride down the river. Date: 1836

King Penguin (Aptenodytes patagonicus) adult pair, in courtship display, standing on grass, Fortuna Bay, South Georgia

Indian Peafowl (Pavo cristatus) albino, adult male, displaying (captive)

White Stork (Ciconia ciconia) adult pair, in courtship display, nesting colony on cathedral roof, Alfaro Cathedral, Alfaro, La Rioja, Spain, may

Ruff (Philomachus pugnax) adult males, breeding plumage, displaying at lek, Varanger, Norway, may

Kelp Goose (Chloephaga hybrida) adult pair, in courtship display, New Island, Falkland Islands

Great Bowerbird (Chlamydera nuchalis) display bower of male, decorated with items of green and white, Kakadu, Northern Territory, Australia, september

European Roller (Coracias garrulus) adult pair, courtship feeding on beetle, perched on branch, Bulgaria, may

Dolphin Gull (Larus scoresbii) adult pair, in courtship display on beach, Beagle Channel, Tierra del Fuego, Argentina, november

Regal Jumping Spider (Phidippus regius) adult pair, in courtship display before mating, U. S. A
Regal Jumping Spider (Phidippus regius) adult pair, in courtship display before mating, U.S.A

Great Egret (Casmerodius albus) adult, breeding plumage, displaying in tree, Venice Rookery, Florida, U. S. A
Great Egret (Casmerodius albus) adult, breeding plumage, displaying in tree, Venice Rookery, Florida, U.S.A

Black Guillemot (Cepphus grylle) adult pair, courting with fish in beak, standing on rock, Mousa Island, Shetland Islands, Scotland

River Tern (Sterna aurantia) adult pair, displaying on riverbank, Chambal River, Uttar Pradesh, India, january

Black-bellied Bustard (Eupodotis melanogaster) adult male, calling, in courtship display, Serengeti N. P
Black-bellied Bustard (Eupodotis melanogaster) adult male, calling, in courtship display, Serengeti N.P. Tanzania, november

Slavonian Grebe (Podiceps auritus) adult pair, breeding plumage, displaying on water, Finland, june

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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.