Zwaan en adelaar 1830

"Zwaan en adelaar" (Swan and Eagle) is an 1830 etching by Karl Palzow, depicting a dramatic encounter between the two birds. The eagle, perched on a rocky outcrop, faces the swan, who is nestled in a bed of reeds. The detailed linework, characteristic of etching, conveys the tension of this avian standoff. The composition emphasizes the contrast between the eagle's predatory stance and the swan's defensive posture. This artwork likely explores themes of power and vulnerability through the symbolism of these two iconic creatures.