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Ted Nasmith art style. This is an illustration of a scene from The Lord of the Rings, depicting the Argonath, also known as The Pillars of the Kings, which are two colossal statues flanking a river. The scene is set in a deep, rocky gorge through which a wide, turbulent river flows. The water is churning with white waves, particularly in the foreground. Three small, light-colored Elven boats are visible on the river, navigating the rough water. Each boat contains several figures, some of whom are paddling. These figures represent members of the Fellowship of the Ring. On opposite banks of the river stand two enormous stone statues, carved to resemble ancient, bearded kings. These are the statues of Isildur and Anárion. Each statue is robed and wears a helm. The statue on the left holds a large axe in its right hand and has its left hand raised in a gesture of warning. The statue on the right holds the hilt of a longsword (with the blade pointing down) in its right hand and also has its left hand raised in the same gesture. The statues are carved from or into the cliffsides and rise high into the clouds. The cliffs of the gorge are dark, sheer, and craggy. There is sparse vegetation, including a few scattered evergreen trees and a prominent, gnarled, leafless tree on the cliff to the left. In the distance, beyond the statues, are misty, snow-capped mountains under a sky filled with dark, purple-hued clouds. Beams of light break through the clouds from behind the statues, illuminating the passage between them. Several white birds are seen flying throughout the gorge.