Giovanni Benedetto Castiglione
1650
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Circe Changing Ulysses' Men into Beasts is a 1650 ink by Giovanni Benedetto Castiglione, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching depicts a woman, Circe, seated on the left, surrounded by various animals. She is dressed in a loose, flowing robe and holds a staff in her right hand. To her right, a group of men are transforming into beasts, including a deer, a goat, and a bird. The scene is set against a backdrop of trees and foliage. The woman's expression is calm and serene, while the men appear to be in a state of turmoil as they undergo their transformation. The use of shading and texture adds depth and dimension to the image, creating a sense of movement and energy. The level of detail and realism in the etching is impressive, with intricate lines and patterns that bring the scene to life. For more information on the artist's use of etching, explore the technique of etching.
Giovanni Benedetto Castiglione (baptized 23 March 1609 – 5 May 1664) was an Italian Baroque painter, printmaker and draftsman, of the Genoese school.
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