Varangian Route Collection

Lokis brood. From Valhalla: Gods of the Teutons, c. 1905. Private Collection

Illustration for The Edda. Artist: Rackham, Arthur (1867-1939)
Illustration for The Edda. Private Collection

Odin and Fenrir, Freyr and Surt. From Valhalla: Gods of the Teutons, c. 1905. Private Collection

Binding of Fenris. From Valhalla: Gods of the Teutons, c. 1905. Private Collection

Siegfried in the forge, 1900. Creator: Leeke, Ferdinand (1859-1937)
Siegfried in the forge, 1900. Private Collection

Loki at AEgirs Banquet. From Valhalla: Gods of the Teutons, c. 1905
Loki at AE girs Banquet. From Valhalla: Gods of the Teutons, c. 1905. Private Collection

Loki and Sigyn. From Valhalla: Gods of the Teutons, c. 1905. Private Collection

Death of a Viking warrior, 1909. Artist: Butler, Charles Ernest (1864-1933)
Death of a Viking warrior, 1909. Private Collection

The Valkyres Vigil, 1906. Private Collection

Overseas Guests, 1902. Artist: Roerich, Nicholas (1874-1947)
Overseas Guests, 1902. Found in the collection of State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg

Crossing the river. Artist: Stelletsky, Dmitri Semyonovich (1875-1947)
Crossing the river. Private Collection

The Death of Baldr (Left site). From Valhalla: Gods of the Teutons, c. 1905. Private Collection

The Death of Baldr (Right site). From Valhalla: Gods of the Teutons, c. 1905. Private Collection

Thor and the Midgard Serpent. From Valhalla: Gods of the Teutons, c. 1905. Private Collection

Illustration The Nibelungs, 1898-1901. Private Collection

Build the boats. Found in the Collection of State Oriental Art Museum, Moscow

Siegfrieds Death, 1899. Artist: De Groux, Henry (1867-1930)
Siegfrieds Death, 1899. Private Collection

Sigurd the Dragon Slayer, 1901. Artist: Rackham, Arthur (1867-1939)
Sigurd the Dragon Slayer, 1901. Private Collection

Building the Ships. Study, 1903. Artist: Roerich, Nicholas (1874-1947)
Building the Ships. Study, 1903. Found in the collection of the International Centre of the Roerichs, Moscow

The Varangian Way, 1904. Artist: Roerich, Nicholas (1874-1947)
The Varangian Way, 1904. From a private collection

Ready for the Campaign (The Varangian Sea), 1910. Artist: Roerich, Nicholas (1874-1947)
Ready for the Campaign (The Varangian Sea), 1910. Found in the collection of the International Centre of the Roerichs, Moscow

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Step into the mystical world of the Varangian Route, a path that weaves through ancient tales and mythical realms. Illustrated in vivid detail by renowned artists such as Arthur Rackham and Nicholas Roerich, this captivating journey takes us deep into the heart of Norse mythology. Loki's brood lurks in the shadows, their mischievous presence felt throughout Valhalla: Gods of the Teutons. From Odin and Fenrir to Freyr and Surt, these illustrations bring to life epic battles between gods and giants. The binding of Fenris is depicted with breathtaking intensity, capturing the raw power and determination of both sides. But amidst chaos and conflict, love also finds its place within these pages. Loki stands alongside Sigyn, his faithful wife who shares his burdens even in times of despair. The Valkyres keep a watchful eye over warriors on their vigil for battle while Overseas Guests embark on an unknown adventure across vast seas. Crossing rivers becomes symbolic of crossing boundaries between worlds - mortal realm to divine realm - as heroes venture forth on daring quests. The Death of Baldr unfolds before our eyes; tragedy strikes as darkness engulfs light, leaving grief in its wake. Yet amidst all trials and tribulations, Thor rises to face his greatest nemesis - the Midgard Serpent itself. A clash that shakes land and sea alike echoes through time immemorial. The Varangian Route beckons us to explore these timeless stories etched upon ancient scrolls. It invites us to delve into a world where gods walk among mortals, where bravery meets treachery at every turn. So come forth brave wanderer. Embark upon this mythological odyssey that will leave you spellbound with its rich tapestry woven from legends past.