The Witches Appear to Macbeth and Banquo 1798

"The Witches Appear to Macbeth and Banquo" is a 1798 etching by James Caldwall, part of a series of illustrations for Shakespeare's Macbeth. The work depicts the witches summoning Macbeth and Banquo, their figures enveloped in a stormy, foreboding atmosphere, contrasted by the ethereal glow of the witches. This dramatic composition, showcasing the power of the supernatural, was widely reproduced and popularized the story of Macbeth for a broad audience. The piece is held at the Art Institute of Chicago.