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Wotan at the Pyre
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Wotan at the Pyre
Wotan bids farewell to his daughter Brunnhilde as she sleeps a magic sleep surrounded by a magic fire which only a true hero can penetrate (Sigfried does it !)
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Wotan's Farewell: A Scene from Wagner's "Die Walküre" This image portrays the poignant moment from Richard Wagner's opera "Die Walküre," where Wotan, the Germanic god of thunder and ruler of the universe, bids farewell to his beloved daughter Brünnhilde. Surrounded by a magical, enveloping fire, Brünnhilde sleeps a deep and mystical slumber, protected by the very flames that only a true hero can penetrate. Wotan, portrayed here as an aging and wise king, stands before his daughter, his expression a mix of sadness, love, and acceptance. The fire, a symbol of both destruction and rebirth, burns brightly around them, illuminating the emotional intensity of this powerful scene. In the opera, Wotan has decreed that Brünnhilde must be placed in this magical sleep to atone for her disobedience. He chooses the hero Sigfried to be the one to awaken her from her slumber, thereby ensuring that she will be united with her true love and become a powerful and influential figure in the world. This image, with its rich historical and musical significance, transports us to the world of Wagner's "Ring Cycle," a masterpiece of opera and mythology that continues to captivate audiences with its intricate storytelling and unforgettable music. The magic and drama of this scene, immortalized in this print, invites us to explore the depths of human emotion and the power of love and redemption.
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