'Macbeth', Act I, Scene 3, the Weird Sisters 1783

Henry Fuseli's "Macbeth", Act I, Scene 3, the Weird Sisters" (1783) is a dramatic depiction of the three witches from Shakespeare's play "Macbeth". The painting showcases Fuseli's mastery of the Romantic style with its heightened emotionality and focus on the supernatural. The witches are portrayed with grotesque features and unsettling expressions, creating a sense of unease and foreboding. The shadowy background emphasizes their otherworldly presence and the ominous tone of the scene. Fuseli's work is a powerful illustration of the macabre and the fantastical, resonating with audiences fascinated by the dark side of human nature.