Fafner kills Fasolt
- Artist
- Arthur Rackham
- Style
- Art nouveau
- Genre
- Illustration
The painting titled Fafner kills Fasolt vividly captures a pivotal moment in Germanic heroic legend, depicting the mythic confrontation between the giant Fasolt and the dragon-turned-human Fáfnir. Rooted in folklore, Fáfnir was originally a dwarf who transformed into a dragon to conceal his treasure, embodying themes of greed and tragedy. The dynamic composition echoes Art nouveau (modern) influences, blending flowing lines with intense emotion, which enhances the mythic intensity of this illustration. The scene showcases Fáfnir's violent act of killing Fasolt, emphasizing mythic heroism and mythic violence.
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