Three Whooper Swans
1600
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1600
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Three Whooper Swans is a 1600 ink by Adriaen Collaert, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This picture shows three swans in a pond surrounded by plants and trees. One swan is swimming, another is standing on the shore, and the third is resting on the water. In the background, there’s a small village with a church and rolling hills. The artist used fine lines and shading to create depth, making the swans look real. The word "Cygnus" is written near the swans—*Cygnus* is the Latin name for swan. Next, look up engraving to see how artists like this one made detailed prints.
