Hunding discovers the likeness between Siegmund and Sieglinde 1910

Arthur Rackham's "Hunding discovers the likeness between Siegmund and Sieglinde" (1910) depicts a scene from the opera "Die Walküre" by Richard Wagner. The illustration is a masterful example of Rackham's signature style, characterized by delicate linework, rich browns and blacks, and a sense of otherworldly atmosphere. This scene portrays the moment when Hunding, Sieglinde's husband, realizes the uncanny resemblance between Siegmund, a stranger who has sought refuge in his home, and himself, leading to a confrontation. This illustration is a testament to the enduring power of Wagner's music and the artistry of Arthur Rackham.