This is a painting of a swan on a pond with yellow water lilies. The swan is depicted with detail in its plumage, with its long, curved neck forming an arch as it skims the water. The painting captures the scene with reflective water that mirrors the swan's shape. Surrounding the swan are yellow water lilies and green lily pads. The background includes trees and a pale blue sky.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1838
- Medium
- hand-colored engraving and aquatint on Whatman wove paper
- Dimensions
- 5449 × 3626 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original