Diana and Actaeon 1602

Georg Peham's "Diana and Actaeon" (1602) depicts the mythological scene where Actaeon, a hunter, stumbles upon the goddess Diana and her nymphs bathing. The drawing, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, captures the moment of Actaeon's surprise as Diana and her companions react with shock and anger. Peham’s drawing is in pen and wash and is noted for its strong outlines and expressive figures. This artwork portrays the themes of the divine, the natural world, and the consequences of violating sacred boundaries.