Sir Lancelot and Sir Balin by Arthur Rackham

Sir Lancelot and Sir Balin - Arthur Rackham -

Artwork Information

TitleSir Lancelot and Sir Balin
ArtistArthur Rackham
Art MovementArt Nouveau (Modern)

About Sir Lancelot and Sir Balin

The artwork, titled “Sir Lancelot and Sir Balin,” is an illustration by Arthur Rackham, a prominent figure in the Art Nouveau (Modern) movement. This piece is part of the series “The Legends of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table,” by Nelly Montijn-De Fouw. Its classical style typifies Rackham’s signature approach to mythological storytelling.

The illustration depicts an intense and dramatic scene set in a desolate forest. At the center, two armored knights are poised in confrontation. One knight stands dominantly, holding a sword, while another lies on the ground, seemingly defeated. A woman clothed in a long, flowing dress and cloak stands to the right, holding the reins of a white horse and seemingly trying to intervene or witness the outcome. The backdrop is composed of tall, spindly trees devoid of leaves, blended with muted earth tones, capturing a somber, historical moment.

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