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The Rhines pure gleaming children told me of their sorrow, 1910
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The Rhines pure gleaming children told me of their sorrow, 1910
The Rhines pure gleaming children told me of their sorrow, 1910. Illustration from The Rhinegold and the Valkyrie. The Rhinemaidens tell Loge that Alberich has stolen the Rhinegold. From Das Rheingold. From a private collection
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The Rhine's Pure Gleaming Children Share Their Sorrow, 1910 - A Captivating Illustration from Arthur Rackham
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. In this illustration by renowned British artist Arthur Rackham, we are transported to the mystical world of Germanic mythology. The scene depicts a poignant moment from Richard Wagner's opera "The Rhinegold and the Valkyrie" specifically from the first installment called "Das Rheingold". Rackham masterfully captures the essence of sorrow and despair as he brings to life the mythical characters known as the Rhinemaidens. These ethereal beings, personifying water nymphs, sit on a riverbank along the majestic Rhine River. With their pure gleaming faces filled with grief, they confide in Loge, a god associated with fire. The melancholic atmosphere is heightened by Rackham's skillful use of color and detail. From their flowing hair to their delicate postures, each element contributes to conveying their deep sense of loss. It is revealed that Alberich has stolen the precious Rhinegold—a symbol of power—and this revelation fills these goddesses with immense sadness. As we gaze upon this lithograph print from a private collection belonging to Historica Graphica Collection, we can't help but be drawn into this enchanting world where gods and mortals intertwine through mythological tales. Rackham's artistic interpretation not only pays homage to Wagner's epic opera but also showcases his own mastery in capturing emotion through visual storytelling. This artwork
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