Hymir Collection

Freia, the fair one. Illustration for The Rhinegold and The Valkyrie by Richard Wagner, 1910. Private Collection

Thor and Hymir Fishing. Illustration for The Edda: Germanic Gods and Heroes by Hans von Wolzogen. Private Collection

The Rhinemaidens, 1913. Creator: Leeke, Ferdinand (1859-1937)
The Rhinemaidens, 1913. Private Collection

Furiously Wotan is riding to the rock. Illustration for The Rhinegold and The Valkyrie by Richard Artist: Rackham
Furiously Wotan is riding to the rock. Illustration for The Rhinegold and The Valkyrie by Richard Wagner, 1910. Private Collection

In the wildness of his fear, he rushed before Thor and cut his line in sunder (colour litho)
2813704 In the wildness of his fear, he rushed before Thor and cut his line in sunder (colour litho) by Brock, Charles Edmund (1870-1938) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The dwarf Alberich and the Rhinemaidens (The Rhine Gold), 1909. Creator: Veith, Eduard (1856-1925)
The dwarf Alberich and the Rhinemaidens (The Rhine Gold), 1909. Private Collection

Figurine to one of the Rhine daughters for The Rhinegold by Richard Wagner, c
Figurine to one of the Rhine daughters for " The Rhinegold" by Richard Wagner, c. 1913. Found in the Collection of Theatre Museum, Vienna

Gold of the Rhine (Das Rheingold), 1875. Creator: Pixis, Theodor (1831-1907)
Gold of the Rhine (Das Rheingold), 1875. Private Collection

Hagen and the Rhinemaidens, c. 1916. Private Collection

Siegfried and Brunnhilde. Private Collection

Thor in Hymirs boat battling the Midgard Serpent. Found in the Collection of Royal Academy of Arts, London

Gold of the Rhine (Das Rheingold). Found in the Collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Wotan turns and looks sorrowfully back at Brunnhilde. Illustration for The Rhinegold and The Valkyr Artist: Rackham
Wotan turns and looks sorrowfully back at Brunnhilde. Illustration for The Rhinegold and The Valkyrie by Richard Wagner, 1910. Private Collection

Brunnhilde. Illustration for The Rhinegold and The Valkyrie by Richard Wagner, 1910. Private Collection

Father! Father! Tell me what ails thee? Illustration for The Rhinegold and The Valkyrie by Richard Artist: Rackham
Father! Father! Tell me what ails thee? Illustration for The Rhinegold and The Valkyrie by Richard Wagner, 1910. Private Collection

Brunnhilde leads her horse by the bridle. Illustration for The Rhinegold and The Valkyrie by Richa Artist: Rackham
Brunnhilde leads her horse by the bridle. Illustration for The Rhinegold and The Valkyrie by Richard Wagner, 1910. Private Collection

The Rhinemaidens bewail their lost gold. Illustration for The Rhinegold and The Valkyrie by Richar Artist: Rackham
The Rhinemaidens bewail their lost gold. Illustration for The Rhinegold and The Valkyrie by Richard Wagner, 1910. Private Collection

Giant Fafner Kills Fasolt. Illustration for The Rhinegold and The Valkyrie by Richard Wagner, 1910 Artist: Rackham
Giant Fafner Kills Fasolt. Illustration for The Rhinegold and The Valkyrie by Richard Wagner, 1910. Private Collection

Ohe! Ohe! Terrible dragon, oh, swallow me not! Illustration for The Rhinegold and The Valkyrie by Artist: Rackham
Ohe! Ohe! Terrible dragon, oh, swallow me not! Illustration for The Rhinegold and The Valkyrie by Richard Wagner, 1910. Private Collection

The frolic of the Rhinemaidens. Illustration for The Rhinegold and The Valkyrie by Richard Wagner, Artist: Rackham
The frolic of the Rhinemaidens. Illustration for The Rhinegold and The Valkyrie by Richard Wagner, 1910. Private Collection

Alberich drives in a band of Niblungs laden with gold and silver treasure. Illustration for The Rhinegold and The Valkyrie, 1910. Private Collection

Brunhilde. Illustration for The Rhinegold and The Valkyrie by Richard Wagner, 1910. Artist: Rackham, Arthur (1867-1939)
Brunhilde. Illustration for The Rhinegold and The Valkyrie by Richard Wagner, 1910. Private Collection

Donner, your lord, summons his hosts! Illustration for The Rhinegold and The Valkyrie by Richard W Artist: Rackham
Donner, your lord, summons his hosts! Illustration for The Rhinegold and The Valkyrie by Richard Wagner, 1910. Private Collection

Thor and Hymir go fishing for the World Serpent : they catch it, but Hymir, terrified, cuts the line, for which Thor, not unreasonably, kills him

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"Hymir: A Mythical Tale of Gods and Heroes" In the enchanting world of Norse mythology, Hymir emerges as a captivating figure. With Freia, the fair one, by his side, their story unfolds in mesmerizing illustrations that bring Richard Wagner's epic works to life. One such illustration portrays Thor and Hymir engaged in an intense fishing expedition. As they battle against the mighty Midgard Serpent, their determination shines through Hans von Wolzogen's masterful depiction from "The Edda: Germanic Gods and Heroes. " Amidst this wild adventure, fear grips Hymir's heart as he rushes before Thor and cuts his line in sunder. The intensity of this moment is captured vividly in a color lithograph that showcases Arthur Rackham's artistic brilliance. Meanwhile, the dwarf Alberich encounters the ethereal Rhinemaidens guarding the precious Gold of the Rhine. Eduard Veith captures this encounter beautifully with intricate details that transport us into Wagner's mythical realm. As we delve deeper into this saga, we witness Hagen engaging with the alluring Rhinemaidens in another stunning artwork from 1916. Their interaction hints at untold secrets and hidden desires lurking beneath the surface. Siegfried and Brunnhilde emerge as key players within this mythological tapestry. Their love story intertwines with gods' machinations and mortal ambitions—creating a tale filled with passion, sacrifice, and destiny. Throughout these enthralling narratives lies Wotan—the powerful god who turns sorrowfully back at Brunnhilde while riding furiously towards an unknown rock. Arthur Rackham immortalizes this poignant moment from "The Rhinegold" series—a testament to his ability to capture emotions on paper. And thus concludes our journey through these captivating depictions of hymns' rich tapestry—a world where gods clash with giants; dwarves covet the Rhine's golden treasures, and heroes rise to fulfill their destinies.