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Undine by Friedrich de la Motte Fouque
3764871 Undine by Friedrich de la Motte Fouque by Rackham, Arthur (1867-1939); (add.info.: Undine by Friedrich de la Motte Fouque, illustrated by Arthur Rackham. ( Undine, a water spirit, marries a knight named Huldebrand in order to gain a soul). Caption reads She was lost to sight in the Danube. Illustrator AR 1867-1939. Author F de la MF 12 February 1777-23 January 1843.
London, Heinemann 1920 first Published 1909); Lebrecht Authors
Media ID 23642048
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1800s Arthur Rackham Deutsch Fairy Tale Folk Story Folk Tale Heroine Melusine Mermaid Nineteen Novella Ondine Rackham Arthur 1867 1939 Ripple Romantic Style Water Sprite Watersprite Wave Waves Literary Arts
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The captivating print of "Undine" by Friedrich de la Motte Fouque, illustrated by Arthur Rackham, transports viewers into a world of enchantment and mystery. The image depicts the eponymous water spirit, Undine, who has married a knight named Huldebrand in her quest to obtain a soul. In this scene, Undine is seen disappearing into the depths of the Danube River. Her ethereal beauty and graceful presence are accentuated by Rackham's exquisite artistic style. The delicate lines and intricate details bring out the essence of this 19th-century folk story. Undine's tale is one that intertwines love, sacrifice, and transformation. As a mermaid-like creature from German folklore, she embodies both vulnerability and strength as she navigates between two worlds - that of humans and spirits. Rackham's illustration captures the essence of this timeless fairy tale with its waves crashing around Undine as she merges with her watery domain. The playfulness in his brushstrokes adds an element of magic to the scene. This print serves as a reminder of the power literature holds in transporting us to fantastical realms where anything is possible. It invites us to delve into our imagination and explore the depths within ourselves while appreciating the artistry behind it all. Bridgeman Images' reproduction allows admirers worldwide to experience this mesmerizing artwork firsthand without losing any detail or nuance crafted by Rackham over a century ago.
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