Swan Collection (page 7)

First audience of a British minister with the Tycoon of Japan at Jeddo... 1860. Creator: Unknown
First audience of a British minister with the Tycoon of Japan at Jeddo [ie Eddo] - from a sketch by S. J. Gower, 1860. Mr

Noli me tangere, 1914. Creator: Girieud, Pierre Paul (1876-1948)
Noli me tangere, 1914. Private Collection

Rodin's Garden, c.1893. Creator: Gertrude Kasebier
Rodin's Garden, c.1893

Young and older swans, 1864. Creator: Johannes Tavenraat
Young and older swans, 1864

Bathsheba in the Bath Receiving the Letter from King David, late 16th-early 17th century

The Large German Landscape, 1841. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Schirmer
The Large German Landscape, 1841

The Large German Landscape, 1841. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Schirmer
The Large German Landscape, 1841

The new lake, Kew Gardens, 1860. Creator: Unknown
The new lake, Kew Gardens, [London], 1860. Great pains have been taken during the past year to improve the pleasure-grounds or Arboretum

Allegory of Crown Princess Josefina's arrival in Sweden, 1823. Creator: Fredric Westin
Allegory of Crown Princess Josefina's arrival in Sweden, 1823

Three wall hangings with a Dutch landscape, 1776. Creator: Juriaan Andriessen
Three wall hangings with a Dutch landscape, 1776. Attributed to Juriaan Andriessen

View of the great and the Pavillon de Manse in Chantilly, 1700-1799. Creator: Anon
View of the great lock and the Pavillon de Manse in Chantilly, 1700-1799. Vue d'Optique nouvelle, represantant la grande Ecluse et le Pavillon de Manse, dans le Comte du meme non [sic]'

Waterfowl, 1652. Creator: Gysbert Gillisz. de Hondecoeter
Waterfowl, 1652

Allegory on the Dutch Raid on the Medway (1667), with a Portrait of Cornelis de Witt, 1668. Creator: Cornelis Bisschop
Allegory on the Dutch Raid on the Medway (1667), with a Portrait of Cornelis de Witt, 1668

Still life of game, 1650-1719. Creator: Jan Weenix
Still life of game, 1650-1719

Allegory of the death of Voltaire, 1778-1780. Creator: Gabriel de Saint-Aubin
Allegory of the death of Voltaire, 1778-1780. A nymph on a scallop shell pours water over a swan, symbolizing poetic inspiration. In the background, the poet Voltaire is crowned by death

The castle of Aalst in the Bommelerwaard, 1754-1810. Creator: Pieter Remmers
The castle of Aalst in the Bommelerwaard, 1754-1810

Swan Hunt, 1699-1798. Creator: David de Coninck
Swan Hunt, 1699-1798

Paradise before the Fall of Man, 1690-1695. Creator: Franz Rosel von Rosenhof
Paradise before the Fall of Man, 1690-1695

Venus Bewailing the Slain Adonis, 1650-1659. Creator: Frans Wouters
Venus Bewailing the Slain Adonis, 1650-1659

Gothic Cathedral Behind a Pond with Swans, 1810/15. Creator: Karl Friedrich Schinkel
Gothic Cathedral Behind a Pond with Swans, 1810/15

The Threatened Swan, c.1650. Creator: Jan Asselijin
The Threatened Swan, c.1650. Interpreted later as an Allegory on Johan de Witt. With its wings stretched and its neck poised, the swan protects her eggs against a dog swimming nearby

A Hunter's Bag on a Terrace, c.1678. Creator: Melchior d'Hondecoeter
A Hunter's Bag on a Terrace, c.1678

A Hunter's Bag near a Tree Stump with a Magpie, Known as ‘The Contemplative Magpie, c.1678
A Hunter's Bag near a Tree Stump with a Magpie, Known as The Contemplative Magpie, c.1678

The Avenue of Birches, 1660-1685. Creator: Jan Hackaert
The Avenue of Birches, 1660-1685

Feeding the swans, Central Park, New York, c1903. Creator: Unknown
Feeding the swans, Central Park, New York, c1903

Lafayette Park, Norfolk, Va. between 1900 and 1920. Creator: Unknown
Lafayette Park, Norfolk, Va. between 1900 and 1920

Travel views of Europe, between 1904 and 1938. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Europe, between 1904 and 1938

Travel views of Europe, between 1904 and 1938. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Europe, between 1904 and 1938

Travel views of Europe, between 1904 and 1938. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Europe, between 1904 and 1938

Taylor, Myron C. Mr. residence and grounds, Locust Valley, Long Island, New York, 1928 Nov. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Taylor, Myron C. Mr. residence and grounds, Locust Valley, Long Island, New York, 1928 Nov

Taylor, Myron C. Mr. residence and grounds, Locust Valley, Long Island, New York, 1928 Nov. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Taylor, Myron C. Mr. residence and grounds, Locust Valley, Long Island, New York, 1928 Nov

"Thornedale, " Oakleigh Thorne house, Millbrook, New York, 1919. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
"Thornedale, " Oakleigh Thorne house, Millbrook, New York, 1919. House Architecture: Federal revival house built 1849, with later additions. Landscape: Helen Stafford (Mrs)

"Newmar, " Senator George Almer Newhall house, 1761 Manor Drive, Hillsborough, California, 1917. House: Lewis Parsons Hobart, completed 1910. Landscape: Bruce Porter, completed 1910

Strapwork Pendant with Two Swans as Earrings at Left and Right. Creator: Daniel Mignot
Strapwork Pendant with Two Swans as Earrings at Left and Right

Two Putti Playing with Swans. Creator: Charles Eisen
Two Putti Playing with Swans

L'heure blonde, automne au lac Saint James, before 1911. Creator: Pierre Montezin
L'heure blonde, automne au lac Saint James, before 1911. Autumn on the Lac Saint James

Putti Holding Swan, n.d

Hyacinth-Shaped Brooch with Winged Animals at Top and Crouching Swans at Bottom, 1596. Creator: Daniel Mignot
Hyacinth-Shaped Brooch with Winged Animals at Top and Crouching Swans at Bottom, 1596

Panneau décoratif à sujets d'animaux, between 1765 and 1767. Creator: Jean-Baptiste Pillement
Panneau decoratif a sujets d'animaux, between 1765 and 1767. Decorative panel with animals

"Thornedale, " Oakleigh Thorne house, Millbrook, New York, 1919. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
"Thornedale, " Oakleigh Thorne house, Millbrook, New York, 1919. House Architecture: Federal revival house built 1849, with later additions. Landscape: Helen Stafford (Mrs)

Binnenalster mit Jungfernstieg, 1893. Creator: Fritz Stoltenberg
Binnenalster mit Jungfernstieg, 1893

"Brookside, " William Hall Walker house, Brookside Road, Great Barrington, Massachusetts, c1916. House architecture: Carre`re & Hastings

'Pictures of the Year - IX. "In A Fix", after Alfred W Strutt, 1891. Creator: Unknown
'Pictures of the Year - IX. "In A Fix", after Alfred W Strutt, 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891

Las Bodas de Camacho, c. 1855. Creator: Célestin Nanteuil
Las Bodas de Camacho, c. 1855

Invention d'une Cascade (Design for a Cascade), c. 1755/1760. Creator: Johann Esaias Nilson
Invention d'une Cascade (Design for a Cascade), c. 1755/1760

Esquisse pour le Salon de la Paix de l'Hôtel de Ville : La muse Clio, between 1852 and 1854
Esquisse pour le Salon de la Paix de l'Hotel de Ville : La muse Clio, between 1852 and 1854

Sketch for the reception hall at the town hall of Vincennes: Views of Vincennes, 1898. Creator: Paul Leon Felix Schmitt
Sketch for the reception hall at the town hall of Vincennes: Views of Vincennes, 1898

Sketch for the reception hall at the town hall of Vincennes: Views of Vincennes, 1898. Creator: Paul Leon Felix Schmitt
Sketch for the reception hall at the town hall of Vincennes: Views of Vincennes, 1898

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"Graceful and Timeless: The Swan's Enchanting Journey Through History" From the ethereal beauty of Anna Pavlova dancing Swan Lake to the heroic rescue by RMS Carpathia in 1903, swans have captivated our hearts throughout time. These majestic creatures have left their mark on significant moments like Marco Polo's departure from Venice in the 1300s, symbolizing elegance and freedom. In a picturesque view of Berwick-upon-Tweed, England, swans glide across tranquil waters, reflecting the serenity they bring wherever they go. Among them stands Cygnus atratus, the black swan, adding an air of mystery to their presence. Witnessing mute swans engaging in courtship behavior against a backdrop of back-lit early morning mist rising from the water is truly enchanting. This scene captured in Cleveland - UK showcases nature's artistry with digital manipulation emphasizing a heart shape – a testament to love found amidst tranquility. Whether it be two swans gracefully floating on water or Anna Pavlova herself embodying their essence through her iconic dance moves, these birds continue to inspire awe and admiration. A portrait immortalizes Anna Pavlova as she flawlessly performs her mesmerizing Swan Dance in 1923 – forever etching her name alongside these elegant creatures. Even centuries ago, London recognized the allure of swans as depicted in a panorama engraving from 1616. Their presence adds charm and grace to any landscape they inhabit. In contrast, William Hogarth's satirical artwork warns about false perspective but inadvertently highlights how even distorted images cannot diminish the splendor that is associated with these regal birds. Lastly, we recall Leda and the Swan – an ancient mythological tale that intertwines passion and transformation. Swans possess an undeniable allure that has inspired countless artists throughout history; their symbolism transcends time itself. The story of "swan" is one of timeless elegance, grace, and inspiration.