Ladies of Arda

J.R.R. Tolkien’s books touch hearts and change lives. Many great characters appear on their pages. This collection of drawings is dedicated to Tolkien’s heroines, both famous and less well-known.

Meet the Ladies of Arda!

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Ink drawing of a female elf with flowing hair, is standing in front of the stars, holding a bow in her hand. Behind her there is a night sky full of stars.
Noble Huntress
Ink drawing of a female elf, floats under the water, one arm transformed into a swan's wing, and feathers sprout from the other. She has a necklace with a glowing jewel on her chest.
Swan Maiden | In private collection
Ink drawing of a woman in a long dress, she is asleep, curled up in the grass and flowers.
Healer of Weariness (available at Victoria Olt Gallery)
Ink drawing of a female elf with long, wavy hair, with a crown on her head, has a glowing ring on her finger. Behind her there is a night sky full of stars.
Queen Crowned with Light
Ink drawing of a female elf with a long dark braid, is looking into the distance and holding the banner she is embroidering. Behind her there is a night sky full of stars.
Evening Star
Ink drawing of an armored warrior woman, who is drawing her sword.
Chieftainess
Ink drawing of an elderly pensive woman sitting in the shadows, her head resting on her hand.
Wise-Hearted
Ink portrait of a woman with long black hair adorned with jewelry.
Dark Maiden, Noble and Proud
Ink drawing of an elderly healer, who is holding a vial of medicine in her hand. Herbs are attached to her belt and stuck inside her bag.
Garrulous Caregiver
Ink drawing of a smiling woman, who is standing against a backdrop of roses, a ribbon in her hair.
Lady of Hearth and Home
Ink drawing of a long-haired, dark-skinned smiling woman in a short dress. She is running.
Lady of Swiftness
Ink drawing of an Asian woman looking up, her arms are raised, her hair is night sky full of stars.
Queen of the Stars | In private collection
Ink drawing of a woman sitting on a boat in outer space, is holding a fiery ball of the Sun in her hands. Her eyes are glowing.
Lady of the Sun
Ink drawing of a Slavic woman, smiling, wearing a crown of flowers, leaves and grain ears.
Ever-Young (available at Victoria Olt Gallery by email)
Ink drawing of a dark-haired female elf, dancing with a long shawl in her hand. Behind her there is a night sky full of stars.
Daughter of Twilight (available at Victoria Olt Gallery)
Ink drawing of a female elf, lies dead on the bed, long hair spilled over the pillow.
She That Died
Ink drawing of a female elf, who standing in the shadows of the arcades, her eyes worried, a feather pen in her hand. She is wearing a large gem as a pendant. There is some sort of document on a table that she is working on.
She Who Foresees Future (available at Victoria Olt Gallery)
Ink drawing of a woman in long robes, covered with a veil, her face in shadow. She's clutching the fabric. In the background, there is a chrysanthemum.
Lady of Pity
Ink portrait of a young, freckled girl with closed eyes, holding forget-me-nots in her hand.
Daughter of Tears
Ink drawing of an elderly woman, dressed extravagantly in a dress inspired by XVIII-century and a big hat adorned with feathers and a bow. She is looking at a silver spoon in her hand.
One Feisty Lady
Ink drawing of a smiling woman, who is standing against a backdrop of flowers, a book in her arms.
Keeper of Lore
Ink drawing of a female warrior, who is standing with her sword drawn, the wind is tugging at her cloak. There is smoke in the background.
Shieldmaiden
Ink drawing of a Polynesian woman with long hair, dressed in a gown made of a rough sea. Behind her there is a night sky full of stars.
Lady of the Seas
Ink drawing of a black woman with leaf hair in a dress adorned with leafy branches. She is carrying a basket full of fruit, vegetables and mushrooms.
Giver of Fruits
Ink drawing of a woman with a halo, is looking at a nightingale sitting on her hand. Behind her there is a night sky full of stars.
Enchantress of Melody
Ink drawing of a female elf, wearing an apron and holding a carving chisel in her hand, wiping sweat from her forehead. There are sculptures in the background.
Artisan of Wisdom
Ink drawing of a woman sitting in the grass, gazing out at the gentle hills and fields present in the background.
Lonely Bride (available at Victoria Olt Gallery)
Ink drawing of a black woman in long robes, head covered, weaving a tapestry emitting light.
Weaver of Time
Ink portrait of a female elf sitting on a chaise longue, gazing sadly at the viewer.
Broken-Hearted
Ink drawing of a female traveler. She is on an adventure, standing with a wooden stick on a trail among the grass. The weather is sunny.
Remarkable Adventurer
Ink portrait of a fair-haired woman surrounded by water lilies.
River Daughter
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