Feather Collection (#93)

Deer Ham, Ioway, from the American Indian Chiefs series (N2) for Allen &
Deer Ham, Ioway, from the American Indian Chiefs series (N2) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1888

Rushing Bear, Pawnee, from the American Indian Chiefs series (N2) for Allen &
Rushing Bear, Pawnee, from the American Indian Chiefs series (N2) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1888

Big Elk, Ponca, from the American Indian Chiefs series (N2) for Allen &
Big Elk, Ponca, from the American Indian Chiefs series (N2) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1888

Black Hawk, Dakota Sioux, from the American Indian Chiefs series (N2) for Allen &
Black Hawk, Dakota Sioux, from the American Indian Chiefs series (N2) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1888

Hairy Bear, Winnebagoes, from the American Indian Chiefs series (N2) for Allen &
Hairy Bear, Winnebagoes, from the American Indian Chiefs series (N2) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1888

Keokuks Son, Sac and Fox, from the American Indian Chiefs series (N2) for Allen &
Keokuks Son, Sac and Fox, from the American Indian Chiefs series (N2) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1888

Black Eye, Blackfeet Sioux, from the American Indian Chiefs series (N2) for Allen &
Black Eye, Blackfeet Sioux, from the American Indian Chiefs series (N2) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1888

Sitting Bull, Dakota Sioux, from the American Indian Chiefs series (N2) for Allen &
Sitting Bull, Dakota Sioux, from the American Indian Chiefs series (N2) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1888

Big Snake, Winnebagoes, from the American Indian Chiefs series (N2) for Allen &
Big Snake, Winnebagoes, from the American Indian Chiefs series (N2) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1888

Couple and Death with a Drum, from The Dance of Death. Creator: Allaert Claesz
Couple and Death with a Drum, from The Dance of Death

Nemesis (The Great Fortune), 1501-2. Creator: Albrecht Durer
Nemesis (The Great Fortune), 1501-2

The Crucifixion, from The Large Passion, ca. 1498. Creator: Albrecht Durer
The Crucifixion, from The Large Passion, ca. 1498

The Crucifixion, from The Large Passion. n. d. Creator: Albrecht Durer
The Crucifixion, from The Large Passion.n.d

Coat of Arms of Albrecht Dürer, 1523. Creator: Albrecht Durer
Coat of Arms of Albrecht Durer, 1523

Death and the Lansquenet. n. d. Creator: Albrecht Durer
Death and the Lansquenet.n.d

Saint George and the Dragon, ca. 1504. Creator: Albrecht Durer
Saint George and the Dragon, ca. 1504

Coat of Arms with a Skull, 1503. Creator: Albrecht Durer
Coat of Arms with a Skull, 1503

The Lady on Horseback and the Lansquenet, ca. 1497. Creator: Albrecht Durer
The Lady on Horseback and the Lansquenet, ca. 1497

The Standard Bearer, ca. 1501. Creator: Albrecht Durer
The Standard Bearer, ca. 1501

The Promenade, ca. 1498. Creator: Albrecht Durer
The Promenade, ca. 1498

Five Foot Soldiers and a Mounted Turk, ca. 1495. Creator: Albrecht Durer
Five Foot Soldiers and a Mounted Turk, ca. 1495

Hurdy Gurdy Man, 1647. Creator: Adriaen van Ostade
Hurdy Gurdy Man, 1647

A gentleman, seen from behind, walking up a parapet, with a cloak over his left shoulder, wearing a plumed hat and boots with spurs, 1629

A gentleman wearing a plumed hat and carrying a sword, seen from behind, his right arm outstrestched, a landscape in the background with houses and a tower, 1629

A gentleman walking forward, with his right arm outstretched and a whip in his left hand, wearing a plumed hat and decorated shoes, 1629

A gentleman with his head turned towards the right in profile, wearing a plumed hat and a cloak with the cross of the Order of the Holy Spirit

A gentleman, seen from behind, with his right arm outstretched and a cloak over his left shoulder, 1629

A gentleman, seen from behind, walking towards the right with a cane and wearing a plumed hat, 1629

A gentleman wearing a short coat, a helmet, and boots with spurs, standing on the steps and turned towards the right, 1629

A gentleman, walking towards the left and drawing his sword from the sheath, wearing a plumed hat and boots with spurs, 1629

A gentleman standing in front of a large castle and wearing a plumed hat and a lace collar, the tomb with an engraving of the head of a woman on the ground to right, 1629

Zenobia, an illustration from Pierre Le Moynes La Gallerie des femmes fortes, ca. 1647

Courtier Following Edict Against Superfluity in Dress (Le Courtisan suivant le dernier edit), mid-17th century

Gentleman Seen from the Back Pointing towards a Chateau, 1629. Creator: Abraham Bosse
Gentleman Seen from the Back Pointing towards a Chateau, 1629

Woman Holding a Fan, 1629. Creator: Abraham Bosse
Woman Holding a Fan, 1629

Frontispiece to Les Gardes Francaises, 1632. Creator: Abraham Bosse
Frontispiece to Les Gardes Francaises, 1632

Atlantic Salmon Fly designs Silver Gray

Atlantic Salmon Fly designs Orange Parson

Atlantic Salmon Fly designs Highland Gem

Atlantic Salmon Fly designs Grahams Fancy

Atlantic Salmon Fly designs Brittania

Atlantic Salmon Fly designs Green Highlander

Atlantic Salmon Fly designs Pitcroy Fancy

Atlantic Salmon Fly designs Iris Spey

Atlantic Salmon Fly designs Dusty Miller

Atlantic Salmon Fly designs Jay Body

Atlantic Salmon Fly designs B. P
Atlantic Salmon Fly designs B.P

Atlantic Salmon Fly designs Juno

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"Feathers: A Symbol of Majesty, Power, and Beauty" Feathers have long held a significant place in history and culture. Just like the majestic Haile Selassie, who adorned his regal attire with plumes symbolizing power and authority. Similarly, Mary, Queen of Scots captivated all in her vibrant red costume embellished with feathers that exuded elegance. In Native American traditions, feathers were revered as sacred objects. The portrait of Sioux Chief Sitting Bull showcases his profound connection to nature's wisdom and strength embodied by the feather he wears proudly on his head. Nature itself presents us with breathtaking scenes; imagine two Curlew sandpipers gracefully wading through water while pecking for sustenance - a mesmerizing sight captured in Picture No. 10859244. Birds too find solace in their plumage. Cockatiel birds perched on a branch exhibit their colorful feathers as if they were wearing an artist's palette upon themselves. The Great crested grebe at Valkenhorst nature reserve demonstrates parental care by feeding one of its chicks a precious feather - an act recognized by Bird Photographer of the Year 2022 under the highly commended category for bird behavior. Even amidst avian rivalries, such as those witnessed between Jays fighting mid-air while another observes from afar in Norway or Tawny owl silhouetted against the moonlit sky in the UK – feathers remain central to these captivating moments frozen forever through photography. Delving into history reveals exquisite engravings like that of Dipper bird from 1896 or Red kites perching on branches together - one looking over its shoulder - showcasing how these magnificent creatures have fascinated artists across time. Feathers hold stories untold; they embody gracefulness, resilience, and freedom, and are not just mere adornments but symbols connecting us to our past and reminding us of nature's wonders that surround us every day.