Series Context

The painting is part of the "Swan" series, which consists of 24 oil paintings produced between 1914 and 1915. This series explores the swan both realistically and through abstract representation, symbolizing the union of opposites and the ethereal

Artistic Style and Themes

Hilma af Klint's work in this series, including "The Swan, No. 7," is characterized by its abstract and symbolic nature. Her paintings often incorporate biomorphic and geometric forms, reflecting her deep interest in spirituality and Theosophy. The swan, as a symbol, represents the balance and union of opposites, which was a central theme in her spiritual and artistic explorations

Influence and Significance

Af Klint was a pioneer of abstract art, producing works that predated those of other well-known abstract artists like Wassily Kandinsky and Piet Mondrian. Her involvement in spiritism, Theosophy, and later Anthroposophy significantly influenced her artistic style and the themes she explored in her paintings

Physical Details

While specific dimensions for "The Swan, No. 7" are not provided in the sources, the paintings in the "Swan" series are generally large and monumental. For example, "The Swan, No. 17" measures 150.5 × 151 cm (59 3/10 × 59 2/5 in)

Current Location and Recognition

Hilma af Klint's works, including those from the "Swan" series, are now recognized internationally and are part of various museum collections. Although the specific location of "The Swan, No. 7" is not mentioned, many of her works are housed in institutions such as the Hilma af Klint Foundation in Stockholm and have been exhibited in prominent museums like the Guggenheim Museum in New York.