Heer Halewijn en de prinses 1838 - 1889

This etching, titled "Heer Halewijn en de prinses," was created by Dutch artist Otto von Thoren between 1838 and 1889. It depicts a scene from the medieval Dutch legend of Heer Halewijn. In the image, the knight Heer Halewijn, dressed in armor and riding a white steed, is stopped in the forest by a mysterious cloaked figure. The figure, likely a demon or a witch, appears to be reaching out towards the knight, creating a sense of suspense and anticipation. This artwork exemplifies the Romantic style, which often featured dark, fantastical subjects and a focus on the supernatural.