The artwork titled “Brünnhilde stands for a long time dazed and alarmed” by Arthur Rackham belongs to the Art Nouveau (Modern) movement. It falls within the genre of illustration and is part of the series “The Rhinegold & The Valkyrie.”
The artwork depicts Brünnhilde in a forest setting, where she appears dazed and alarmed as the title suggests. She is clad in a detailed, ornate armor and a flowing cloak, symbolizing her warrior status. Her posture is slumped, with one hand raised to her forehead, conveying her state of confusion or distress. Around her, the environment is rendered in Rackham’s characteristic intricate and delicate style. The twisted branches of trees, rocky ground, and ethereal background landscape contribute to a sense of melancholy and drama. The subdued color palette primarily consisting of earthy tones complements the somber mood of the scene.
