http://io9.com/these-medieval-style-tolkien-illustrations-are-like-not-1585380478
QuoteAt first glance, these may look like Russian Orthodox iconography from the Middle ages. But they are actually striking illustrations of the works of J.R.R. Tolkien by Ukrainian artist Sergei Iukhimov.
Iukhimov's watercolor illustrations have graced Russian-language editions of Lord of the Rings, and we're honestly jealous that we didn't grow up with these faux-Medieval interpretations of Tolkien's epic. They evoke the legendary feel of Middle Earth, but also add a sense of whimsy.
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wicked cool!
Well those are definitely different. Thanks for sharing!
Some of those are awesome, thanks for sharing the link!
A movie reviewer once said that "300" was what the Battle at Thermopylae would have looked like if the Spartans had made a movie about it themselves.
I think these illustrations are a lot closer to what Middle Earth would look like, if the characters in that world were to illustrate it. M.E. is supposed to be set in a world whose technology is relatively medieval, etc. so this style of artwork seems to make much more visual sense than one might think at first blush.
Sweet find! Very cool
One of the commenters spotted Boromir in the photo (the council of Elrond that ooks like the last supper)
"Neque Mordor simpliciter ingredi." :)
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