The good little Sister cut off her own tiny finger, fitted it into the lock, and succeeded in opening it by Arthur Rackham

The good little Sister cut off her own tiny finger, fitted it into the lock, and succeeded in opening it - Arthur Rackham -

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TitleThe good little Sister cut off her own tiny finger, fitted it into the lock, and succeeded in opening it
ArtistArthur Rackham
Art MovementArt Nouveau (Modern)

About The good little Sister cut off her own tiny finger, fitted it into the lock, and succeeded in opening it

The artwork “The good little Sister cut off her own tiny finger, fitted it into the lock, and succeeded in opening it” by Arthur Rackham is an illustration from the Art Nouveau (Modern) movement, created as part of the “Snowdrop & Other Tales” series by the Brothers Grimm. This evocative piece epitomizes the illustrative genre, showcasing Rackham’s distinctive style and his ability to bring fairy tales to life through his art.

In the artwork, a young girl is depicted standing on a snow-covered ledge beside a frozen river or pond, engaging in the act of unlocking a wooden door embedded within a cliff face of ice. She holds a small bundle, indicative of a journey or quest, adding to the narrative depth. The background is dominated by a starry night sky, with jagged icy mountains and a swirling, almost hypnotic, body of water. The color palette is a mix of cool and dark hues, enhancing the mysterious and somewhat somber atmosphere of the scene.

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