Hakon Jarl ofrer sin søn 1853

"Hakon Jarl ofrer sin søn" (Hakon Jarl Sacrifices his Son), an anonymous wood engraving from 1853, depicts a dramatic scene of a historical event. The artwork portrays Hakon Jarl, a powerful Viking leader, in the act of sacrificing his son as an offering to the gods. The image, created with meticulous detail, showcases the solemnity of the ritual. The somber tone and the stark contrast between light and shadow contribute to the powerful narrative of sacrifice and devotion. This artwork, now housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, offers a glimpse into the beliefs and practices of the Viking age.