Water Bird Collection (#8)

Tea and Coffee Service, 1809 / 12. Creators: Jean Simon Chaudron, Anthony Rasch
Tea and Coffee Service, 1809/12. Spouts in the form of swans heads, with snake handles

Cosmetic Saucer Decorated with Swans, Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasty 18-20 (about 1550-1070 BCE)

Saint Augustine, 1477 / 85. Creator: Bartolome Bermejo
Saint Augustine, 1477/85

Glass Cooler, Paris, 1809 / 19. Creator: Martin-Guillaume Biennais
Glass Cooler, Paris, 1809/19

Pair of Double Salts, Paris, 1798 / 1809. Creator: Martin-Guillaume Biennais
Pair of Double Salts, Paris, 1798/1809

Les Oies, 1897. Creator: Theodor Esbern Philipsen
Les Oies, 1897

Japanned Coal Scuttle, c. 1940. Creator: John Hall
Japanned Coal Scuttle, c. 1940

Butter Mold, 1940. Creator: Marie Lutrell
Butter Mold, 1940

Abode of the Swans, from the series, Views in Central Park, New York, Part 2, 1864

Pallas, 1680-1741. Creator: Giovanni Girolamo Frezza
Pallas, 1680-1741

Ducks, Edo period, (18th century?). Creator: Unknown
Ducks, Edo period, (18th century?)

F. 47 Crested shag. New Zealand, 1772-75 (w / c)
5670826 F.47 Crested shag. New Zealand, 1772-75 (w/c) by Smith, Isaac (1753-1831); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: South Sea birds)

Oriental Birds (oil on canvas)
AMO98751 Oriental Birds (oil on canvas) by Coorte, Adrian (c.1660-1707); 39x48 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; eAshmolean Museum; Dutch, out of copyright

Page 92. Australian Pelican (w / c on paper)
5670991 Page 92. Australian Pelican (w/c on paper) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Volume 04: Zoology of N. [New] Holland etc)

A pelican preening its wing at London Zoo, June 1922 (b / w photo)
1275267 A pelican preening its wing at London Zoo, June 1922 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British, out of copyright

Page 91. Unidentified bird. Pel. borssanus (w / c on paper)
5670989 Page 91. Unidentified bird. Pel. borssanus (w/c on paper) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Volume 04: Zoology of N)

F. 46 Shag of New Zealand that make their nest in trees, 1772-75 (w / c)
5670824 F.46 Shag of New Zealand that make their nest in trees, 1772-75 (w/c) by Smith, Isaac (1753-1831); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: South Sea birds)

Page 95. Podicepha. along lower edge in different hand September
5670740 Page 95. Podicepha. along lower edge in different hand September. Natural size of the bird, the feathers are of a very fine texture particularly those on the breast which have a shining silky

Page 86. Black Swan. The Female anas atrata (w / c on paper)
5670982 Page 86. Black Swan. The Female anas atrata (w/c on paper) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Volume 04: Zoology of N)

Page 97. Bird of Norfolk Island commonly called the mutton bird, drawn natural size Wedge
5670742 Page 97. Bird of Norfolk Island commonly called the mutton bird, drawn natural size Wedge, Tailed Shearwater Puffinis Pacificus, 1791-92 (w/c) by Unknown artist

Page 96. Bird of Norfolk Island (natural size). at lower left in different hand
5670741 Page 96. Bird of Norfolk Island (natural size). at lower left in different hand Procellana Norfolk Island Dove Petrel, 1791-92 (w/c) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library

Pelican, c. 1767-76 (hand coloured engraving)
STC129806 Pelican, c.1767-76 (hand coloured engraving) by Italian School, (18th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; Italian, out of copyright

Cormorant (w / c)
6199778 Cormorant (w/c) by Alexander, Edwin John (1870-1926); 15.6x27 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; Dundee Art Galleries and Museums; Scottish, out of copyright

F. 50 Penguin. New Zealand, 1772-75 (w / c)
5670830 F.50 Penguin. New Zealand, 1772-75 (w/c) by Smith, Isaac (1753-1831); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: South Sea birds)

F. 48 Shag. New Zealand & Staten Island, 1772-75 (w / c)
5670827 F.48 Shag. New Zealand & Staten Island, 1772-75 (w/c) by Smith, Isaac (1753-1831); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: South Sea birds)

Cygne, heron. Creator: Karl Bodmer
Cygne, heron. [Swan, heron]

Trumpeter Swan, 1838. Creator: Robert Havell
Trumpeter Swan, 1838

Fresh Water Marsh Hen, 1834. Creator: Robert Havell
Fresh Water Marsh Hen, 1834

Common Gallinule, 1835. Creator: Robert Havell
Common Gallinule, 1835

Common American Swan, 1838. Creator: Robert Havell
Common American Swan, 1838

Black-bellied Darter, 1836. Creator: Robert Havell
Black-bellied Darter, 1836

Salt Water Marsh Hen, 1834. Creator: Robert Havell
Salt Water Marsh Hen, 1834

Trumpeter Swan, 1837. Creator: Robert Havell
Trumpeter Swan, 1837

Oies, Cygnes, herons. Creator: Karl Bodmer
Oies, Cygnes, herons. [Goose, swan, herons]

Two Tritons and a Swan, in or after 1736. Creator: Pierre Alexandre Aveline
Two Tritons and a Swan, in or after 1736

Wood Ibis, Scarlet Ibis, Flamingo, and White Ibis, published 1808-1814. Creator: John G
Wood Ibis, Scarlet Ibis, Flamingo, and White Ibis, published 1808-1814

Green Heron, Night Heron, Young Heron, and Great White Heron, published 1808-1814

Bather with Swans (La baigneuse aux cygnes), 1893. Creator: Felix Vallotton
Bather with Swans (La baigneuse aux cygnes), 1893

Rug or Wall Hanging, c. 1937. Creator: Isabelle De Strange
Rug or Wall Hanging, c. 1937

Hercules as a Child, 1550. Creator: Heinrich Aldegrever
Hercules as a Child, 1550

Study after William Rushs "Water Nymph and Bittern", c. 1876 / cast c. 1931
Study after William Rushs " Water Nymph and Bittern", c. 1876/cast c. 1931

Nymph With Bittern, 1875-1876. Creator: Thomas Eakins
Nymph With Bittern, 1875-1876

Leda and the swan, ca 1531-76. Creator: Giulio Bonasone
Leda and the swan, ca 1531-76

Leda and the Swan, from The Loves of the Gods, 1531-76. Creator: Giulio Bonasone
Leda and the Swan, from The Loves of the Gods, 1531-76

Grooming
Makoto Hamasaki

Swans in the Water, 1880-1900. Creator: John Singer Sargent
Swans in the Water, 1880-1900

Least Bittern, 1834. Creator: Robert Havell
Least Bittern, 1834

Great Northern Diver or Loon, 1836. Creator: Robert Havell
Great Northern Diver or Loon, 1836

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"Captivating Water Birds: A Glimpse into their Enigmatic World" From the haunting tales of the "Rime of the Ancient Mariner, " where an albatross met a tragic fate, to the heartwarming sight of two Northern Gannets gracefully touching beaks in greeting, water birds have always held a special place in our imagination. In Heligoland, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, these majestic Morus bassanus create a mesmerizing spectacle as they engage in their unique ritual. Just like the vibrant Roman mosaic depicting red mullets and ducks together, these birds remind us of nature's harmonious symphony. The enchanting painting "The Wild Swans (The Twelve Brothers Turned Into Swans)" transports us to a world where transformation and resilience intertwine. Similarly, witnessing a flock of snow geese soaring through Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge fills our hearts with awe for their collective grace. As we delve deeper into history, an unknown artist's altarpiece from Thuison-les-Abbeville reveals Saint Hugh of Lincoln surrounded by ethereal beauty. These intricate details capture not only his devotion but also the delicate presence of waterfowl nearby. Nature's wonders continue to unfold at Titchwell RSPB Reserve Norfolk in March when Coot Fulica atra graces us with its elegant presence. The narrowboats moored on Kennet and Avon Canal at sunset offer solace amidst this picturesque scene—a moment frozen in time. Inspired by Salomon Gessner's masterpiece "Leda and the Swan, " we are reminded that even within mythology lies an appreciation for water birds' allure. Their elegance is further exemplified by Smew Duck Waterfowl bird and Pintail Duck Waterfowl bird—symbols of tranquility floating upon serene waters. Water birds embody both mystery and serenity; they captivate our senses and remind us of the delicate balance between humanity and nature.