

No. 51 of 115 · The Art History Series
Lake with Swans
Pictures by Umberto Boccioni
Umberto Boccioni's white swans glide past the reeds of a quiet lake in this 1908 color etching, softened by ochre trees and still reflections. Boccioni made it just before he went on to lead Italian Futurism, the movement that celebrated speed and modern life. For someone who loves art and a quiet moment.
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Futurism and Abstract Art / LAKE WITH SWANS / Umberto Boccioni, 1908 / Two white swans glide past the reeds of a quiet lake. Umberto Boccioni made this color etching in 1908, just before he became the leader of Italian Futurism, the movement that celebrated speed and modern life.







