Siegfried's Corpse Brought to Worms c. 19th century

Curator: Langer's print, titled *Siegfried's Corpse Brought to Worms*, presents a somber procession. There is something undeniably mournful in the linearity of the composition. Editor: Agreed. The stark black and white emphasizes the weight, both literal and metaphorical, of the body being carried. The pallid corpse contrasts the virility of the other men. Curator: Absolutely. The visual language speaks to a transfer of power and responsibility, echoing ancient funerary processions—a hero's death becomes a community's burden. The dogs echo the loss of the hunt and prowess. Editor: The artist's graphic choices create a study in grief and responsibility; the line of the forest beyond seems to close in on the party. Curator: A poignant reflection on cultural memory and loss. Editor: Indeed. A striking exploration of line, composition, and theme.