Leda And The Swan Collection

Leda and the Swan, 1770. Creator: Salomon Gessner
Leda and the Swan, 1770

Panels of Ornament, nos. CLXXXVI-CXCII ("Designs for Various Ornaments, " pl.... February 29, 1782)
Panels of Ornament, nos. CLXXXVI-CXCII ("Designs for Various Ornaments, " pl. 36), February 29, 1782

Leda and the Swan, 1912. Creator: Kai Nielsen
Leda and the Swan, 1912

Naked woman (Leda) and swan (Zeus) embrace on a river bank; two figures jump... early 16th century. Creator: Anon
Naked woman (Leda) and swan (Zeus) embrace on a river bank; two figures jump into the water at middle ground; a town and bridge in the background. early 16th century

Leda Loved, 1929 (litho)
3643518 Leda Loved, 1929 (litho) by Gill, Eric (1882-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: Leda Loved, 1929. Illustration for The Engraved Work of Eric Gill (V&A, 1963).); © Look and Learn

Leda and the Swan, published July 7, 1893. Creator: Theophile Alexandre Steinlen
Leda and the Swan, published July 7, 1893

Projet d assiette (Leda) (Design for a Plate [Leda]), frontispiece from the Volpini Suite, 1889

The Brand Cabinet, , c. 1743. Creators: Horace Walpole, William Hallett
The Brand Cabinet, , c. 1743

The Disarming of Cupid (oil)
AGN284374 The Disarming of Cupid (oil) by Giordano, Luca (1634-1705); Private Collection; Photo eAgnew s, London; Italian, out of copyright

Leda (colour litho)
2802030 Leda (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Leda. Illustration for Le Livre D Amour (Boulanger, c 1890).); © Look and Learn

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

Leda Sleeping (Ledas endort), 1913. Creator: Paul Albert Besnard
Leda Sleeping (Ledas endort), 1913

Leda Bathing (Leda au bain), 1913. Creator: Paul Albert Besnard
Leda Bathing (Leda au bain), 1913

Leda and the Swan. n. d. Creator: Claude Augustin Duflos le Jeune
Leda and the Swan.n.d. After Francois Boucher

Plate IIII (4): Leda and the Swan. From "Museum Florentinum"
Plate IIII (4): Leda and the Swan. From " Museum Florentinum" (Statuae antiquae dorum et virorum illustrium), 1734

( Leda ) Design for a Plate: Shame on Those Who Evil Think
(" Leda" ) Design for a Plate: Shame on Those Who Evil Think (Honi Soit Qui Mal y Pense); cover illustration for the " Volpini Suite" entitled Lithographic Drawings

Leda and the Swan. Creator: Bacchiacca
Leda and the Swan

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"Leda and the Swan: A Timeless Tale of Passion and Power" In the realm of art, few stories have captured the imagination quite like "Leda and the Swan. " This ancient Greek mythological tale has been depicted by countless artists throughout history, each bringing their own unique interpretation to this captivating narrative. One such rendition is Salomon Gessner's "Leda and the Swan" from 1770. With delicate brushstrokes, Gessner portrays a scene where a naked woman, identified as Leda, embraces a majestic swan on a serene river bank. The ethereal connection between these two beings is palpable, hinting at an underlying passion that transcends boundaries. Fast forward to c. 1928 when an anonymous artist etched their version of Leda. Here we witness not only Leda and Zeus in their intimate embrace but also two figures jumping into action nearby. This mysterious addition adds intrigue to the story - are they bystanders or participants in this divine encounter? Moving ahead to 1929, we encounter another lithograph titled "Leda Loved. " In this piece, love takes center stage as Leda gazes adoringly at her feathered companion. The litho captures both vulnerability and tenderness in its portrayal of this mythical relationship. Theophile Alexandre Steinlen's publication from July 7th, 1893 offers yet another perspective on Leda's story. Through his skilled hand, he invites us into an enchanting world where beauty meets symbolism; where strength intertwines with vulnerability. But it doesn't stop there - other artists have left their mark on this timeless tale too. From Titian's masterpiece capturing Leda's allure during the Renaissance period to Giovanni Boldini's evocative portrayal in 1884 that exudes sensuality through every brushstroke – each artwork brings its own flavor to this age-old saga.