Hopefully the long winter is coming to a close (although I wouldn’t be surprised if 2014 still has a few mean tricks left). Before the season of ice and snow ends, let’s give in to winter and celebrate frozen water itself with a gallery of exquisite ice sculptures.
The quintessential ice sculpture should feature elegance, sinuous curves, strength, and, well, iciness. Of course nothing combines these qualities quite like swans. The massive waterfowl are thematically and stylistically perfect for the medium. Additionally, since swans form monogamous pair bonds which can last for years–or even for life—paired swans are the perfect symbol for weddings, romantic events, and, um… mergers I guess (hey, you try figuring out why swans are so omnipresent as ice sculptures).
Ok, maybe I wanted to write a quick waterfowl/winter theme blog post and was out of good ideas. Yet ephemeral ice sculptures DO seem to represent the disposable decadence of our times. Who knows when global climate change, world economic meltdown, or zombie attack will sweep away our world of endless energy and leisure? But in the mean time enjoy the flock of swan sculptures. You can even buy an inexpensive plastic mold online if you want to have a brand new (but perfectly identical) swan statue for every meal.
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February 23, 2014 at 11:32 PM
monarda
This reminds me of an anecdote of my late Aunt Elizabeth, who used to recount of having read a recipe in Escoffier’s cook book for stewed peaches that began, “Take a large block of ice and carve in the shape of a swan”. I see the tradition still lives.
February 25, 2014 at 3:10 PM
Wayne
Wow! Thank you for the amazing anecdote. Did Aunt Elizabeth make the stewed peaches in accordance with the recipe (and then invite the Duke of Cornwall over for dinner)?
April 15, 2014 at 7:22 AM
glacialart
Wow that is beautiful …i liked ice swan swimming on bed
April 25, 2014 at 11:38 PM
Wayne
Next time I host a super-opulent part for the idle rich…
July 8, 2017 at 1:21 PM
faye
I would realy love somemolds for my sons wedding in march please can u help me i am from south australia 5088 . I have tried and tried … ease any one help me please
July 8, 2017 at 1:23 PM
faye savill
I would realy love some molds for my sons wedding in march please can u help me i am from south australia 5088 . I have tried and tried … ease any one help me please love the meani g of zswans and the love thay give hope i recive your love in helping me
November 23, 2020 at 3:24 PM
reee kid
nice