Hundling discovers the likeness between Siegmund and Sieglunde, illustration from The Rhinegold and the Valkyrie, 1910

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Arthur Rackham's illustration "Hundling discovers the likeness between Siegmund and Sieglunde" is a notable work from the 1910 publication "The Rhinegold and the Valkyrie." This book is part of a series of illustrated editions of Richard Wagner's epic cycle of operas, "Der Ring des Nibelungen," which Rackham was commissioned to illustrate. Rackham, an English book illustrator recognized for his distinctive style and contributions to the Golden Age of British book illustration, brought Wagner's mythic and dramatic narratives to life through his evocative and detailed artwork.

In this particular illustration, Rackham captures a pivotal moment from "Die Walküre," the second opera in Wagner's cycle. The scene depicts Hunding, a character who is Sieglinde's husband, as he realizes the striking resemblance between Siegmund and Sieglinde, who are, unbeknownst to him, twin siblings separated at birth. This recognition sets off a chain of events that are central to the opera's tragic narrative.

Rackham's use of line and color in this illustration is characteristic of his work, blending elements of fantasy with a keen attention to emotional expression and atmospheric detail. The tension and drama of the moment are palpable, with Hunding's realization rendered through his intense gaze and the contrasting expressions of Siegmund and Sieglinde. The background, often filled with intricate details and a sense of the supernatural, enhances the mythic quality of the scene.

"The Rhinegold and the Valkyrie" was published by William Heinemann in London and Doubleday Page & Co. in New York, and it remains one of Rackham's most celebrated works. His illustrations for Wagner's operas are praised for their ability to convey the complex emotions and grandeur of the source material, making them enduring favorites among fans of both Wagner's music and Rackham's art. This particular illustration is a testament to Rackham's skill in visual storytelling and his ability to capture the essence of Wagner's dramatic and mythological world.

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