HOME | DD
peet — Mormegil
#age #armor #armour #arms #blacksword #cavalry #elves #first #guarded #nargothrond #noldor #plain #soldiers #túrin #tolkien #warriors #weaponry #narnihînhúrin #dwarfmask #beleriand #mormegil #narnihinhurin #silmarillion #turambar #turin #turinturambar #watercolor #watercolour #tolkiensilmarillion #childrenofhurin
Published: 2014-10-24 16:45:12 +0000 UTC; Views: 25603; Favourites: 906; Downloads: 126
Redirect to original
Description
‘The sword Anglachel was forged anew for him by cunning smiths of Nargothrond, and though ever black its edges shone with pale fire; and he named it Gurthang, Iron of Death. So great was his prowess and skill in warfare on the confines of the Guarded Plain that he himself became known as Mormegil, the Black Sword; and the Elves said: 'The Mormegil cannot be slain, save by mischance, or an evil arrow from afar.' Therefore they gave him dwarf-mail, to guard him; and in a grim mood he found also in the armouries a dwarf-mask all gilded, and he put it on before battle, and his enemies fled before his face.’J.R.R. Tolkien: The Silmarillion : Chapter 21: Of Túrin Turambar
Previous: Next:
See the rest of the NARN I HÎN HÚRIN series here .
Painted in watercolour. An alternative version of the same subject matter - The Mormegil - painted in 2009.
Check this image out for sale in high-quality prints, canvases, t-shirts, iPhone and iPad cases, stickers, throw pillows and tote bags at my PETER XAVIER PRICE REDBUBBLE SHOP
If you appreciate my artwork, please show your support by taking a few short moments to 'Like' my
Facebook Page, at Peter Xavier Price - Illustrator . Many thanks!Related content
Comments: 110
Thanks a lot! This is one of my own faves
👍: 0 ⏩: 1
Oh, thank you so much - really appreciate it!
👍: 0 ⏩: 0
How do you go about painting horses? Do you generally reference photographs if they're in a position you're uncomfortable with?
👍: 0 ⏩: 1
Yes, exactly. I'll just find a reference and borrow accordingly, adding the appropriate harness/gear/costuming/armour and such like myself afterwards
👍: 0 ⏩: 0
Congratulations! This work has been included in our latest Wonderful Wednesdays feature!
👍: 0 ⏩: 1
Oh, again?! Well, all I can say is thank you so much for the honour, just as last time!
👍: 0 ⏩: 0
It shows that you put a lot of work into the picture. Composition and coloring are really great, I especially like that bit of sky and landscape in the distance. The folds are especially amazing. I can´t help but think that he lower part of the picture would have to be darker, especially the underbellies of the horsies. But I might be wrong of course. The muscles of the horses are really well done and the spears support the composition nicely.
👍: 0 ⏩: 1
My sincere apologies for the late response, especially considering the kindness of the comment. I'm really glad you like this, and it's nice to receive compliments that hone in on certain aspects of the work, and why you happen to like them so much. As for the underbellies of the horses, you might be right about this. However, I suppose I simply wanted to juxtapose the lightness/whiteness of the elven steeds with the darkness of Mormegil's in the foreground, so as to accentuate the brooding darkness which defines his character. Whether or not adding some lowlights to their undersides would have undermined this idea is uncertain, I guess
👍: 0 ⏩: 1
No problem and you´re welcome ^^
I agree, for the sake of expression, drawings don´t need to strictly adhere to every rule of realism! It was just a thing I noticed.
👍: 0 ⏩: 1
No, not necessarily. But I nonetheless really appreciate the constructive criticism, as it's something I'll take onboard and think about for future 
👍: 0 ⏩: 1
Thanks for letting me know that you appreciate it ^^
👍: 0 ⏩: 1
I like both versions, tho in earlier Túrin looks surprised/shocked.. But in this his eyes are cold as steel, determined in whatever his mind is tasked for. I like how intimidating Túrin looks compared to elven host, black armor and dwarf-helmet with faceplate actually horrifies the enemies! One thing i dont quite like is that his sword (thought elven made) looks a bit small and frail. I dont mean it should be twohanded or even bastard sword, but it looks more like Sting (for stabbing), rather than sword able to cleave through orc ranks. Otherwise good work, and nice touch that darkening sky; menace and doom awaits this army.
👍: 0 ⏩: 1
Many thanks for the thoughtful comment. Re: Anglachel, I suppose that's basically down to preference; some have said it's exactly as they envisage it, and as the old adage has it you cannot please all! 
👍: 0 ⏩: 1
By referring Gurthang as Sting i did not meant the size, but maybe it is just in my head that sword looks a bit too slender. Well, it IS elven made sword, that means some kind of "delicate" form.
But this version is surely superb, i just love it. Not too many work of Túrin capture the darkness and menace that lies within him, and this is just what i see from him- his gaze!
👍: 0 ⏩: 1
Oh, I'm really flattered you approve
Have you seen my other Children of Hurin pieces? There're a few more representations of Gurthang not cut off from the frame which I've attempted, and may be more to your liking (or indeed, may not).
👍: 0 ⏩: 0
Much obliged, your work is very nice
👍: 0 ⏩: 1
👍: 0 ⏩: 1
The details are simply breathtaking here. You captured this intense moment wonderfully!
👍: 0 ⏩: 1
As ever, thank you so much for taking the time to leave a comment
👍: 0 ⏩: 0
This is called progress. I liked the previous version, but this one has way more character. Túrin is very intimidating. Great job!
👍: 0 ⏩: 1
Again, many thanks. Yeah I much prefer this version for the reason you give
👍: 0 ⏩: 0
Glad you think so - it's nice to read praise from such a discerning eye as yours
👍: 0 ⏩: 1
Looking at both versions. You've really grew in skills since the first painting. Also the horses look great.
👍: 0 ⏩: 1
Thank you - its great to read this. Funnily enough, prior to returning to painting in 2014 I barely did ANY whatsoever from c. 2009, when this one was made. So I'm guessing it's must purely have been increasing age - observation/rumination/deliberation and so on - that has helped me to pick up where I left off. And yes, hopefully improve
👍: 0 ⏩: 0
gorgeous Work <3
so amazingly atmospheric, detailed, deep ^^
👍: 0 ⏩: 1
Glad you like this - deep and atmospheric? What nice words to read!
👍: 0 ⏩: 0
| Next =>