The child is given over to Merlin 

Arthur Rackham was a renowned British illustrator known for his whimsical depictions of fairy tales and myths. “The Child is Given Over to Merlin” is a black and white illustration with fine line detail. The scene depicts a woman handing over a baby to a bearded man, likely Merlin, in the presence of another woman and a man with a sword. The illustration is characteristic of Rackham’s style, using elegant and flowing lines to create a sense of magic and wonder. His use of chiaroscuro, the interplay of light and shadow, adds depth to the figures and highlights the dramatic moment.