Circe drinkend c. 1520 - 1550

"Circe Drinkend," a chiaroscuro woodcut by Antonio da Trento, c. 1520-1550, depicts the sorceress Circe preparing a potion for Odysseus' men. The scene is framed in an oval, with a dark background and a dramatic, swirling composition that emphasizes the tension of the moment. Trento masterfully uses light and shadow to create a sense of depth and suspense, making this piece a poignant example of Italian Renaissance printmaking.