Description: The Rhinegold and the Valkyrie Rackham 34 plates 1928 The Rhinegold and thet Valkyrie With illustrations by Arthur Rackham Published by: William Heinemann Printed in: 1928 Pages: 160 + 34 tipped-in color plates Illustrations by: Arthur Rackham ----- Features ----- · All 34 original color plates by Arthur Rackham · Every Illustration has an intact tissue guard · Illustrated endpapers Condition The book is in good condition. It's a large book, measuring 7 1/2" x 10". There are no signatures, bookplates or markings of any kind. There is some light wear to the outside boards. This book contains all 34 of Rackham's original tipped-in plates, with none missing, removed, or loose. They all have intact tissue guards which have the illustration titles printed on them. There is some light foxing. These early Rackham's are often split up and sold seperately for their beautiful prints. A rare find complete with many beautiful illustrations. Background Siegfried and the Twilight of the Gods are part of a cycle of epic music dramas by the German composer Richard Wagner. The operas are based loosely on characters from the Norse sagas and the Nibelungenlied. The works are often referred to as "The Ring Cycle", "Wagner's Ring", or simply "The Ring". At the bottom of the River Rhine, the three Rhinemaidens are playing together near the Rheingold. Alberich, a Nibelung dwarf, appears from a deep chasm and tries to woo them. Struck by Alberich's ugliness, the Rhinemaidens mock his advances and he grows angry. As the sun begins to rise, maidens praise the golden glow atop a nearby rock; Alberich asks what it is. The Rhinemaidens tell him about the Rhinegold, which their father has ordered them to guard: it can be made into a magic Ring which will let its bearer rule the world, but only by someone who first renounces love. ---------- About the Illustrator--------- Arthur Rackham (1867 – 1939) was a prolific English book illustrator. He was born in London as one of 12 children. At the age of 18, he worked as a clerk at the Westminster Fire Office and began studying at the Lambeth School of Art. In 1892, he quit his job and started working for The Westminster Budget as a reporter and illustrator. His works were included in numerous exhibitions, including one at the Louvre in Paris in 1914. While he may be best known for his elaborate illustrations of children's literature and fairy tales, he also illustrated books for adult readers, including A Midsummer Night's Dream (1908) and Undine. ---------- Return Policy---------- If you are unsatisfied with your purchase for any reason, a FULL refund will be issued so long as I am notified within 14 days after you recieve your purchase. The buyer is responsible for return shipping costs. A great chance to own a beautiful copy of a classic Legend. If you have any questions or you want more pictures please feel free to email. Overseas bidders only Paypal accepted A great chance to own a beautiful copy of a classic Legend. If you have any questions or you want more pictures please feel free to email. Overseas bidders only Paypal accepted Pictures sell! Auctiva offers Free Image Hosting and Editing.300+ Listing Templates! Auctiva gets you noticed! The complete eBay Selling Solution.
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