The artwork entitled “Loki and Idun”, created by John Bauer in 1911, belongs to the Art Nouveau (Modern) movement and is an illustration. It is part of the series “Our Fathers’ Godsaga”.
In the artwork, two figures are depicted in a stylized manner typical of Bauer’s illustration style. On the left, a female figure with exceptionally long, flowing hair carries a large basket of what appears to be apples. She is barefoot and attired in a simple, elegant dress. Adjacent to her stands a male figure, who is identified by his attire and expression. He wears intricate footwear and a white tunic, complemented by a dark cape draped over his shoulders. The background features subdued, earthy tones and an ethereal landscape, enhancing the mythical ambiance of the scene. The illustration portrays a moment filled with intrigue and symbolism, characteristic of the mythology that Bauer often explored in his works.