Ferdinand and Miranda (Shakespeare, The Tempest, Act 3, Scene 1) 1786

"Ferdinand and Miranda (Shakespeare, The Tempest, Act 3, Scene 1)" is an engraving by Peltro William Tomkins, a prominent English printmaker. Created in 1786, it depicts a scene from Shakespeare's play The Tempest, where Ferdinand and Miranda are in a romantic embrace, watched by the forlorn figure of Prospero. The detailed engraving captures the emotional intensity of the scene, showcasing Tomkins's skill in translating theatrical moments into visual art. The artwork is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, NY.