Swan Collection (page 9)

RF - Mute swan (Cygnus olor) taking off from a pond Valkenhorst Nature Reserve, Valkenswaard, the Netherlands June

RF - Coscoroba swan (Coscoroba coscoroba) pair with chicks on water La Pampa, Argentina

Mute swan (Cygnus olor) on a misty morning, with wings raised up in aggressive stance, Valkenhorst Nature Reserve, Valkenswaard, the Netherlands. December

Whooper swans (Cygnus cygnus) and cygnet, Vaala, Finland, July

Leda and the Swan. Artist: Orsi, Lelio (1511-1587)
Leda and the Swan. Private Collection

King Arthur asks the Lady of the Lake for the sword Excalibur, 1911. Artist: Walter Crane
King Arthur asks the Lady of the Lake for the sword Excalibur, 1911. Sir Baldwin and the stroke Dolorous. The sword Excalibur given by the Lady of the Lake promises to keep Arthur safe

Swan swimming in Vltava River near Charles bridge against snowy sky in winter, Prague, Bohemia, Czech Republic

Aphrodite, the ancient Greek goddess of sexual love and beauty, identified with Venus by the Romans

England, Berkshire, Windsor, Windsor Castle and River Thames

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Swans on a river, with cattle in a snow covered field beyond. Possibly near Gaddesden. Hertfordshire. Photographed by John Gay in the 1950s or 1960s

Windsor Castle and Swan
Jiahong Zeng

The Ugly Duckling
Rikke Løndager Boisen

The Swan Gold
Kubistika

Swans and seagulls flock to Annecy's lakeside promenade, Annecy, Haute-Savoie, France, Europe

sisterhood
Jennifer Chen

Morning Take Off
Wei Liu

Swan
Milan Malovrh

Swan in water
Imaginative

in position
Roswitha Schleicher-Schwarz

Solo
Liyun Yu

Landscape in the mist
Imaginative

Swans in the sea in Trevignano Trevignano. Date of Photograph:09/03/2003

World War 1: Injured French soldiers as toy makers
3786882 World War 1: Injured French soldiers as toy makers; (add.info.: World War 1: Injured French soldiers as toy makers. 1916. Showing carved toy swans that they have produced)

Swans at Lugano Lake
3562750 Swans at Lugano Lake by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Lugano Lake, Switzerland 1945-1948 Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives, Florence

Goddess Saraswati Miniature Painting on Paper
3609786 Goddess Saraswati Miniature Painting on Paper by Indian School; Private Collection; Dinodia

Catherine Howard is conveyed to the tower, illustration from Hutchinson's Story of the British Nation
STC373613 Catherine Howard is conveyed to the tower, illustration from Hutchinson's Story of the British Nation, c.1923 (litho) by Skinner

Botanical print or English natural history illustration by Joseph Swan 1796-1872, British Engraver Botanical print or English natural history illustration by Joseph Swan 1796-1872, British Engraver

Florida, Orlando, Lake Eola, Chinese Ting Pavilion, swan

Swan Woman Peach
Pictufy Studio II

Noah's Swan Headed Ark
Isabelle Brent

Golden light magic
Fabien BRAVIN

The gardens of Piazza Vittorio Emanuele in Rome Rome Piazza Vittorio Emanuele. Date of Photograph:1903

The faade of the Castle of Putbus, former residence of Prince Wilhelm Malte I, in the Isle of Rugen. Germany Isle of Rugen, Putbus Castle Neoclassicism, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe

View of an expanse of the North Sea, near the German isle of Norderney. In the foreground, two swans floating, while, in the background, a wind-mill. Germany Isle of Norderney

Partial view of Danzig's old centre, in Poland. Poland Danzig. Date of Photograph:1890-1910 ca

Erdmansborf Castle in Saxony Germany Saxony. Date of Photograph:1900-1910

Gardens along the esplanade at Nice. Cote D'Azur, France France Cote D'Azur, Nice. Date of Photograph:1920 ca

Partial view of a park in Singapore. In the foreground a pond with swans and a man seated on the shore. In the background tree-shaded fields Singapore. Date of Photograph:1880 -1890 ca

Statue of Leda and the swan, in the Museo del Bargello in Florence Florence Statue Mannerism, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Florida, Orlando, Lake Eola, Red Chinese Ting Pavilion

Massachusetts, Boston, Boston Public Garden with swan in foreground

Florida, Orlando, Lake Eola and downtown views with swan paddleboats

Florida, Orlando, Lake Eola, skyline and swan

Two swans by lake

A swan cleaning its feathers. Postcard sent by the author to Vincenzo Balocchi Italy. Date of Photograph:1940

Leda; wall painting from Pompeii. Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Naples Mural Painting First Imperial Period, Imperial Period, Roman Art, Europe, Ancient Civilization. Date of Photograph:2002

Swans in the Arno in Florence Florence. Date of Photograph:12/1961

Swan in a Pincio fountain; Photo studio Rome. Date of Photograph:16-21/07/1929

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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.