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The three maidens swam close to the shore, from The Stories of Wagner
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The three maidens swam close to the shore, from The Stories of Wagner
STC323681 The three maidens swam close to the shore, from The Stories of Wagners Operas by J. Walker McSpadden (1874-1960), 1905 (colour litho) by Leeke, Ferdinand (1859-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Rhinemaidens are tricked by Alberich and the ring is taken; ); The Stapleton Collection; German, out of copyright
Media ID 23207054
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In this print titled "The three maidens swam close to the shore, from The Stories of Wagner's Operas" we are transported into a mythical world filled with enchantment and intrigue. Created by Ferdinand Leeke in 1905, this color lithograph beautifully captures a pivotal moment from Richard Wagner's epic opera cycle, "Der Ring des Nibelungen". Here, we witness the Rhinemaidens - Flosshilde, Woglinde, and Wellgunde - as they gracefully glide through the crystal-clear waters of the River Rhine. Bathed in ethereal light, their shimmering figures exude an otherworldly beauty that is both alluring and mysterious. As these water nymphs frolic near the shore, little do they know that danger lurks nearby. Alberich, a cunning dwarf who seeks ultimate power by stealing their precious ring - the Ring of the Nibelung - watches them intently from his hiding place. Unbeknownst to them at this moment captured in time, their lives will soon be forever changed. This evocative image not only showcases Leeke's artistic talent but also invites us to delve deeper into Wagner's rich mythology and complex characters. It serves as a visual reminder of how music and art can intertwine to create an immersive experience that transcends time and space.
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