Lorelei Collection

The Rhine Maidens obtain possession of the ring and bear it off in triumph, 1924. Illustration from Siegfried and the Twilight of the Gods

River Rhine gorge from Loreley (Lorelei), Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany, Europe

Scene from Heinrich Heines poem Lorelei (chromolitho)
1093921 Scene from Heinrich Heines poem Lorelei (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene from Heinrich Heines poem Lorelei)

The Lorelei, 1904. Creator: Frederick Childe Hassam
The Lorelei, 1904. Named after the siren in the German poet Heinrich Heine's "Die Lorelei" (1827). In the poem, the Lorelei

The Rhine: the Lurleiberg, 1864. Creator: Unknown
The Rhine: the Lurleiberg, 1864. 'The very name of "the Rhine" has a magic sound, expressive of all that is lovely and romantic

Lorelei artistic studio photograph
Lorelei, artistic studio photograph, of model wearing diaphanous fabric, and holding a lyre. Lorelei is a legendary character originating in Germany

The Comedy of the Rhinegold, from The Savoy No. 8, 1896. Creator: Aubrey Beardsley
The Comedy of the Rhinegold, from The Savoy No. 8, 1896. The Rhinemaidens....frontispiece, never completed, to an edition of Wagners Opera

Burg Katz (colour litho)
5216126 Burg Katz (colour litho) by Astudin, Nicolai (1848-1925); Private Collection; (add.info.: Burg Katz. Illustration for Der Romantische Rhein (Hoursch & Bechstedt, 1922).); © Look and Learn

The Lorelei (colour litho)
5216127 The Lorelei (colour litho) by Astudin, Nicolai (1848-1925); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Lorelei. Illustration for Der Romantische Rhein (Hoursch & Bechstedt)

Folk song (chromolitho)
2782903 Folk song (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Folk song. Liebig card, published in late 19th or early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Vintage 19th century / 1900 photograph: The Lorelei, also spelled Loreley in German, is a 132 m high, steep slate rock on the right bank of the River Rhine in the Rhine Gorge at Sankt Goarshausen in

Sketch by Fish of Anita Loos, 1926 Date: 1926

Portrait of Anita Loos, 1926 - the creator of Lorelei, Dorothy and Mr Eisman - and author of Gentleman Prefer Blonds Date: 1926

The Lorelei (gravure)
671910 The Lorelei (gravure) by Kray, Wilhelm (1828-89); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Lorelei. Illustration for Character Sketches of Romance)

Lorelei, admiring herself in a mirror (colour litho)
3093515 Lorelei, admiring herself in a mirror (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lorelei, admiring herself in a mirror)

The Rhine Maidens, from Siegfried and The Twilight of the Gods by Richard Wagner, 1911

Burg Katz mit Blick auf die Loreley, (Katz Castle overlooking Lorelei), 1923. Creator
Burg Katz mit Blick auf die Loreley, (Katz Castle overlooking Lorelei), 1923. Built around 1371 by Count William II of Katzenelnbogen above Sankt Goarshausen

Die Loreley, (Lorelei), 1923. Creator: Nikolai of Astudin
Die Loreley, (Lorelei), 1923. Lorelei is a steep slate rock on the right bank of the River Rhine in the Rhine Gorge (or Middle Rhine) at Sankt Goarshausen in Germany

Siegfried! Siegfried! Our warning is true: flee, oh flee from the curse!, 1924. Illustration from Siegfried and the Twilight of the Gods

The Rhines fair children, Bewailing their lost gold, weep, 1910. Illustration from The Rhinegold and the Valkyrie. The gods step into Walhalla

The Rhines pure gleaming children told me of their sorrow, 1910. Illustration from The Rhinegold and the Valkyrie. The Rhinemaidens tell Loge that Alberich has stolen the Rhinegold

Seize the despoiler! Rescue the gold! Help us! Help us! Woe! Woe!, 1910. Artist
Seize the despoiler! Rescue the gold! Help us! Help us! Woe! Woe!, 1910. Illustration from The Rhinegold and the Valkyrie

The Rhinemaidens teasing Alberich, 1910. Artist: Arthur Rackham
The Rhinemaidens teasing Alberich, 1910. Illustration from The Rhinegold and the Valkyrie. Alberich arrives at the river and tries to flatter the Rhinemaidens to get closer to the Rhinegold

Mock away! Mock! The Nibelung makes for your toy!, 1910. Artist: Arthur Rackham
Mock away! Mock! The Nibelung makes for your toy!, 1910. Illustration from The Rhinegold and the Valkyrie. Alberich climbs up to get the Rhinegold as the Rhinemaidens tease him. From Das Rheingold

The frolic of the Rhine-Maidens, 1910. Artist: Arthur Rackham
The frolic of the Rhine-Maidens, 1910. Illustration from The Rhinegold and the Valkyrie. The three River goddesses who keep the treasure; Woglinde, Wellgunde and Flosshilde play in the Rhine

The Rhine Gold, 1906. From The Ring Cycle of operas by German composer Richard Wagner

Rhein. Near the Loreley, 1931. Artist: Kurt Hielscher
Rhein. Near the Loreley, 1931. From Deutschland by Kurt Hielscher. [F. A. Brockhaus, Leipzig, 1931]

The Lorelei rock, 1817. Artist: Turner, Joseph Mallord William (1775-1851)
The Lorelei rock, 1817. Found in the collection of the Leeds Museums & Galleries

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Burg Reichenstein castle on the bank of the Rhine River in Hessen Province

Lorelei And Dorothy Illustration By Ralph Barton 1891 To 1931 Frontspiece From The Book But Gentlemen Marry Brunettes By Anita Loos Published 1928

Joan Bourdelle as Lorelei Lee in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes
Miss Jean Bourdelle as Lorelei Lee (that most perfect lady) in the stage adaptation of Gentlemen Prefer Blondes by Anita Loos. The role was later played by Marilyn Monroe in the film version

HEINE: DIE LORELEI. Painting by W. Kraus

View of River Rhine from Lorelei Rock, Germany
View of the River Rhine from the Lorelei Rock, Germany. Date: 1960s

Music cover, Lurline Quadrille from Wallaces opera, by Charles D Albert. circa 1850

Cartoon, Attractive Holiday Resorts, August 1914, WW1. Showing suggested posters for advertising the latest attractions at continental holiday resorts, including boating on the canal at Kiel

HEINE: DIE LORELEI. American actress Ruth Stetson in a studio pose, 1888

Germany, Rhine River. View along the Rhine River between Mainz & Koblenz near the town of Lorelei

Rhine / Lorelei C1905
Lorelei Rock, on the Rhine

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"Lorelei: A Captivating Enigma of the Rhine Gorge" The River Rhine gorge, home to the mesmerizing Lorelei (Loreley), has long been a source of inspiration for artists and poets alike. Heinrich Heine's famous poem "Lorelei" paints a vivid scene that continues to captivate our imagination. Intriguingly, an artistic studio photograph adds another layer to her mystique. Joan Bourdelle's portrayal as Lorelei Lee in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes showcases the allure and charm associated with this enigmatic figure. A glimpse into history reveals Aubrey Beardsley's depiction of The Comedy of the Rhinegold, which further immortalizes Lorelei in art. Meanwhile, Burg Katz stands tall as a testament to lore and legends surrounding this enchanting siren. The vibrant colors captured in lithographs like "The Lorelei" and "Folk song" evoke the magical aura that surrounds Lorelei. These images transport us back to a time when folklore intertwined with reality along the banks of the River Rhine. Vintage photographs from the 19th century offer glimpses into how Lorelei was perceived throughout history. Anita Loos' sketch and portrait remind us that even modern interpretations continue to be influenced by her timeless appeal. As we delve deeper into lore and literature, it becomes clear why Lorelei remains an enduring symbol of beauty, mystery, and danger. Her presence is etched not only in gravures but also within our collective consciousness. Whether she exists solely in myth or holds some truth hidden within her depths, one thing is certain – there is something undeniably alluring about this legendary figure known as Lorelei.