Blue Flag Collection

Wild iris in the Pecos Wilderness, New Mexico
Blue flag wildflower in the Pecos Wilderness, Sangre de Cristo Mountains, New Mexico. Digital photograph

The Election III The Polling, 1754-55 (oil on canvas)
SJS1998 The Election III The Polling, 1754-55 (oil on canvas) by Hogarth, William (1697-1764); 101.5x127 cm; Courtesy of the Trustees of Sir John Soanes Museum

Flower bud of blue flag (Iris versicolor). Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

2011 European GP
VALENCIA STREET CIRCUIT, SPAIN - JUNE 26: Jenson Button, McLaren MP4-26 Mercedes, laps Timo Glock, Virgin MVR-02 Cosworth during the European GP at Valencia Street Circuit on June 26

Savannah iris or Bay Blue-flag iris, Iris tridentata
Savannah iris or Bay Blue-flag iris (three-toothed flower de luce, Iris tridentata). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley

Iris, plate 69 from A Curious Herbal, published 1782 (colour engraving)
STC206882 Iris, plate 69 from A Curious Herbal, published 1782 (colour engraving) by Blackwell, Elizabeth (1707-1758); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; Scottish, out of copyright

Planting the Blue Flag on Cross Fell, Cumberland (engraving)
1618349 Planting the Blue Flag on Cross Fell, Cumberland (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Planting the Blue Flag on Cross Fell, Cumberland)

Blue Iris Iris sibirica Portuguese irides lusitanae
Blue Iris (Iris sibirica) Portuguese. / irides lusitanae. / iris portugal. (title on object), blue flag. Numbered top right: 200. Part of the third album with drawings of flowers and plants

CDS01822057
Outcrops of rock rise from the brilliant blue sea in Mangersta Sea Stacks

CDS01822047
Not a soul in sight as aquamarine waters lap against this perfect sandy beach

CDS01822022
Not a soul in sight as aquamarine waters lap against this perfect white beach

CDS01822017
Not a soul in sight as aquamarine waters lap against this perfect white beach

CDS01822019
Not a soul in sight as aquamarine waters lap against this perfect white beach

CDS01822015
Not a soul in sight as aquamarine waters lap against this perfect white beach

Iris versicolor, Iris a coleurs changeantes, Blue Flag; Flag Lily; Liver Lily; Snake Lily; Dragon Flower, Redoute, Pierre Joseph, 1759-1840, les liliacees, 1802 - 1816

Blue Flag Iris (Iris versicolor) flowering, growing in garden, Herefordshire, England, May

Iris setosa, blue flag
Plate XXIII from The Genus Iris (1913) by William Rickatson Dykes (1877-1925). Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

A sign on Woolacombe beach re its standards of cleanliness, Devon UK
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

Sea wall construction, Dale, Pembrokeshire, Wales, UK, Europe
Andrew Davies / SpecialistStock

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"Blue Flag: A Symbol of Beauty, Art, and Nature" Plate 32 showcases the mesmerizing sight of wild iris in the Pecos Wilderness, New Mexico. The vibrant blue hues of these delicate flowers create a stunning contrast against the rugged wilderness backdrop. In "The Election III The Polling, 1754-55, " an oil on canvas masterpiece, we catch a glimpse of history as people gather under blue flags to exercise their democratic rights. These flags symbolize unity and freedom during this pivotal moment in time. The Savannah iris or Bay Blue-flag iris (Iris tridentata) takes center stage in plate 69 from "A Curious Herbal. " This enchanting color engraving captures the intricate details and elegance of this particular species. It serves as a testament to the beauty found within nature's creations. An intriguing engraving titled "Planting the Blue Flag on Cross Fell, Cumberland" depicts an act of celebration and triumph. As individuals raise blue flags atop Cross Fell, they mark their conquest over challenges faced while embracing new beginnings with hope and determination. CDS01822057, CDS01822047, CDS01822022 - these mysterious codes hint at more captivating images featuring the iconic blue flag. Each photograph holds its own story waiting to be discovered by those who appreciate artistry and symbolism. Whether it is through paintings or photographs like CDS01822017, CDS01822019, or CDS01822015; each portrayal highlights different aspects that make the blue flag so significant – its vivid colors evoking emotions ranging from tranquility to excitement. As we delve into various interpretations surrounding the "blue flag, " we are reminded that it represents more than just a simple piece of cloth fluttering in the wind. It embodies nature's splendor captured through artistic lenses while serving as a reminder of our collective history and aspirations for a brighter future.