Diana and Actaeon 1585

Bartholomeus Spranger's "Diana and Actaeon" (1585) is a masterful drawing that captures the dramatic moment when the hunter Actaeon stumbles upon the goddess Diana and her nymphs bathing. Spranger, a leading artist of the Mannerist style, uses dynamic lines and exaggerated figures to create a sense of movement and tension. The drawing is characterized by its intricate details, especially in the depiction of the figures' bodies and the surrounding foliage. The work exemplifies Spranger's talent for conveying both classical mythology and emotional intensity.