The artwork titled “Fricka approaches in anger” is an illustration by Arthur Rackham, created within the Art Nouveau (Modern) art movement. This piece is part of the artwork series “The Rhinegold & The Valkyrie.”
In the artwork, a dramatic scene unfolds under a grim, cloud-laden sky. The composition is dominated by a chariot drawn by intricately detailed rams, capturing a sense of urgency as they forcefully pull forward. The foliage and gnarled branches intensify the tumultuous atmosphere, blending with looming mountains and stormy clouds in the background. At the helm, a resolute figure, presumably Fricka, gripped in a fervent posture, commands the chariot. The earthy palette, meticulous line work, and fluid organic forms exemplify the Art Nouveau style, adding to the narrative intensity of the scene.