Das Nibelungenlied

“Das Nibelungenlied” is a publication of the classic German heroic epic “The Song of the Nibelungs” translated by Karl Simrock, which was issued in Stuttgart. The book is adorned with engravings based on drawings by Julius Schnorr von Carolsfeld, a renowned artist of the 19th century and a representative of German Art Romanticism. The luxurious binding with gold embossing and exquisite design makes this edition an outstanding example of book art of its era. The epic narrates the stories of ancient Germanic heroes, love, betrayal, and blood feuds, reflecting the medieval society’s ideals of honor and valor. This work holds a significant place in the history of German and European literature. This copy is housed in the Rare Book Collection of the Presidential Library of the Republic of Azerbaijan.