The artwork titled “Lancelot Fights Against a Dragon at the Castle of Corbin,” created by Arthur Rackham, belongs to the Art Nouveau movement and falls under the genre of illustration. This particular piece is part of an artwork series titled “The Legends of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table,” authored by Nelly Montijn-De Fouw.
In this evocative illustration, Sir Lancelot, adorned in intricate medieval armor, is depicted in the heat of battle against a menacing dragon. The scene is set within the fortified stone walls of a castle, presumably the Castle of Corbin. Lancelot wields his sword valiantly, striking the dragon, which spews out flames in a fierce counterattack. The ferocity of the battle is palpable, with Lancelot’s determined stance and the dragon’s fiery breath adding to the dramatic tension. In the background, a group of onlookers, dressed in period attire, watch the unfolding confrontation with expressions of concern and awe. The architecture of the castle and the detailed rendering of the figures reflect Rackham’s mastery in capturing the essence of legendary tales with his characteristic style and finesse.
