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Hodur took the mistletoe from Loki, and Loki guided his arm, and he hurled it at Baldur, and with a sharp cry Baldur fell dead (chromolitho)
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Hodur took the mistletoe from Loki, and Loki guided his arm, and he hurled it at Baldur, and with a sharp cry Baldur fell dead (chromolitho)
3100060 Hodur took the mistletoe from Loki, and Loki guided his arm, and he hurled it at Baldur, and with a sharp cry Baldur fell dead (chromolitho) by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hodur took the mistletoe from Loki, and Loki guided his arm, and he hurled it at Baldur, and with a sharp cry Baldur fell dead. Illustration for The Book of the Sagas by Alices Hoffman (Ernest Nister, c 1910).); © Look and Learn
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This chromolitho print, titled "Hodur took the mistletoe from Loki, and Loki guided his arm, and he hurled it at Baldur, and with a sharp cry Baldur fell dead" by Gordon Frederick Browne, transports us into the realm of Norse mythology. The scene depicted here is a pivotal moment in one of the most tragic tales from ancient sagas. In this mesmerizing illustration for The Book of the Sagas by Alices Hoffman, we witness Hodur seizing the mistletoe from mischievous Loki's hands. As if under some dark spell, Loki guides Hodur's arm to hurl the deadly plant towards Baldur. With a piercing cry that echoes through time itself, Baldur succumbs to its fatal power. The artist masterfully captures both the intensity and sorrow of this legendary event. Every brushstroke seems to breathe life into these mythical characters as they navigate their fateful roles within this timeless tale. As we gaze upon this artwork steeped in rich folklore and ancient traditions, we are reminded of how stories have shaped our understanding of history and human nature throughout generations. This print not only invites us to delve deeper into Norse legends but also serves as a testament to art's ability to transport us beyond reality's boundaries. Through Browne's skillful interpretation combined with Bridgeman Images' preservation efforts, this piece continues to captivate viewers today while honoring centuries-old storytelling traditions.
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