Weislingen Attacked by Goetz's Men 1836

Eugène Delacroix's 1836 lithograph, *Weislingen Attacked by Goetz's Men*, depicts a scene of violence and chaos from the German novel *Wilhelm Meister's Apprenticeship* by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. The print showcases Delacroix's dramatic use of light and shadow, characteristic of his Romantic style. The dynamic composition emphasizes the struggle between Weislingen, a nobleman, and his attackers, highlighting the intensity and brutality of the moment. This lithograph, now housed at The Art Institute of Chicago, is a testament to Delacroix's ability to translate literary narratives into powerful visual representations.