Swiss Woman dancing with a brown bear
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Swiss Woman dancing with a brown bear
Swiss Woman in traditional costume dancing enthusiastically with a brown bear, the symbol of both the city and surrounding canton of Bern, Switzerland, and is featured in their coat of arms. The founding legend has it that Duke Berthold V of Zahringen vowed to choose as namesake for Bern the first animal his hunt met in the wood that was to be chopped down for the new city, which turned out to be a black bear. Date: 1904
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Bear Bern Canton Dancer Dances Hold Holds Partner Region Spins Swiss Symbol Symbolic Twirl Unusual
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In this image from 1904, a Swiss woman in traditional costume dances exuberantly with a majestic brown bear in the heart of Bern, Switzerland. The bear, a powerful symbol of both the city and the surrounding canton, holds a significant place in the region's history and folklore. According to the founding legend, Duke Berthold V of Zahringen, the founder of Bern in 1191, vowed to name the new city after the first animal he encountered in the forest that was to be cleared for its construction. To his surprise, a black bear appeared, and the city was named after it. The woman's vibrant, local costume, complete with twirling skirts and intricate embroidery, adds a touch of authenticity to the scene. Her spirited dance moves and the bear's steady gaze create a sense of harmony and connection between human and nature. The soft twilight glow illuminates the scene, casting the bear and the woman in a warm, ethereal light. This photograph is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Bern and its deep-rooted connection to its symbolic animal. The unusual partnership between the woman and the bear serves as a reminder of the city's history and the unique traditions that continue to thrive in Switzerland today. This image, taken over a century ago, remains a symbolic representation of the enduring bond between the people of Bern and their beloved bear.
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