Hirondelle Collection

The inflating of the balloon Hirondelle
3732695 The inflating of the balloon Hirondelle'; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the inflating of the balloon Hirondelle'. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Hirondelle; Swallow; Schwalbe (engraving)
7196348 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Hirondelle; Swallow; Schwalbe (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hirondelle; Swallow; Schwalbe)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Hirondelle (de mer); Tern; Seeschwalbe (engraving)
7196349 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Hirondelle (de mer); Tern; Seeschwalbe (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hirondelle (de mer); Tern; Seeschwalbe

A gown from Yteb entitled Hirondelle, Paris, 1926 Date: 1926

Gurnard, needlefish, cowfish, herring and porcupinefish
Gurnard, Chelidonichthys species 1, needlefish, Belone belone 2, longhorn cowfish, Lactoria cornuta 3, herring, Clupea harengus 4, and few-spined porcupinefish, Chilomycterus reticulatus 5

Pigeon varieties, Columba livia: hirondelle, glouglou tambour, polonais. Handcoloured steel engraving by du Casse after an illustration by Adolph Fries from Felix-Edouard Guerin-Menevilles

Hirondelle Lalique mascot. Creator: Unknown
Hirondelle Lalique mascot

Hirondelle Saint Etienne, Bicycle Tourism Advertisement, 20th century. Road and tourism. A print from La Manufacture Francais D Armes et Cycles de Saint-Etienne, French mail order catalog

Illustration from Paris Plaisirs number 38, August 1925
Illustration Hirondelle de 1925 by Sacha Zaliouk from Paris Plaisirs number 38, August 1925 Date: 1925

Dassault MD320 Hirondelle F-WPXB during its first flight
Dassault MD320 Hirondelle, F-WPXB, during its first flight, 11 September 1968. Date: 1968

Leonid meteor shower. The Leonids are visible in the night sky during November, and this observation was made by the French aeronauts Henri Giffard (1825-1882)

OCEANOGRAPHY: HIRONDELLE. The Hirondelle, a yacht used for oceanographic research by Prince Albert I of Monaco. Wood engraving, German, c1900

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"Hirondelle: A Symbol of Grace and Beauty" The hirondelle, commonly known as the swallow, is a graceful bird that has captivated artists and designers throughout history. From engravings to illustrations, this elegant creature has left its mark in various forms of art. In Le Vocabulaire Illustre, we see the depiction of a hirondelle alongside translations for "swallow" and "Schwalbe. " The intricate details in these engravings showcase the delicate features of this avian species. Not limited to just birds, the name it also found its way into fashion. In 1926, Yteb presented a stunning gown entitled Hirondelle in Paris. This exquisite creation must have embodied the elegance and lightness associated with these beautiful creatures. Moving beyond birds, other marine animals bear the name Hirondelle as well. Gurnard, needlefish, cowfish, herring, and porcupinefish all share this unique moniker. Perhaps their sleek movements or distinctive appearances reminded people of the swiftness and gracefulness exhibited by swallows. Even pigeons are not exempt from being called hirondelles. Columba livia varieties were referred to as such due to their resemblance to these beloved birds. Their presence added charm to cityscapes around the world. In Lalique's collection stands an intriguing piece called Hirondelle mascot whose creator remains unknown. This captivating artwork showcases how deeply ingrained they are within our artistic culture - even inspiring masterpieces without clear origins. Beyond artistry lies practicality too; bicycle tourism advertisements featured Hirondelle Saint Etienne bikes during the 20th century. These bicycles promised adventure on two wheels while paying homage to nature's swift fliers. Paris Plaisirs' illustration from August 1925 further highlights how prevalent hirondelles were in popular culture at that time. Their presence in Parisian publications showcased the enduring fascination with these birds.