Galahad draws the sword from the floating stone by Arthur Rackham

Galahad draws the sword from the floating stone - Arthur Rackham -

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TitleGalahad draws the sword from the floating stone
ArtistArthur Rackham
Art MovementArt Nouveau (Modern)

About Galahad draws the sword from the floating stone

The artwork titled “Galahad draws the sword from the floating stone” is an illustration created by Arthur Rackham. It belongs to the Art Nouveau (Modern) movement and is part of a series depicting “The Legends of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table,” authored by Nelly Montijn-De Fouw.

The artwork portrays a dramatic and pivotal moment in the Arthurian legends, where Sir Galahad, adorned in medieval attire, is surrounded by a group of onlookers as he draws a sword from a floating stone. The scene is set against a medieval backdrop with a castle and townsfolk in the distance, enhancing the mythical and grand ambiance of the illustration. The onlookers, dressed in period clothing, appear in awe and anticipation of Galahad’s legendary feat. The overall style of the illustration is characterized by intricate detailing and a graceful flow, consistent with the Art Nouveau movement.

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