By the Caliban 1919 - 1920

"By the Caliban" (1919-1920) is a striking black and white etching by American artist Arthur Bowen Davies. The artwork depicts a group of nude figures in a dynamic composition. Davies' use of line and shading gives the figures a sense of movement and energy, while the shadowy background adds an element of mystery. The title, "By the Caliban," alludes to Shakespeare's "The Tempest," hinting at a darker, more primal side of humanity. Davies, known for his Symbolist and Modernist styles, explored themes of myth and allegory in his art, which resonated with the artistic movements of his time.