Acteon c. 17th century

Stefano della Bella’s etching *Acteon* depicts the Greek mythological figure Acteon, who was transformed into a stag after stumbling upon the goddess Diana bathing with her nymphs. This 17th-century print captures the moment of transformation, showing Acteon fleeing from his own hunting dogs, now horrified by his new form. Della Bella’s detailed etching style, focusing on the dynamic composition and dramatic expressions, conveys the terror and confusion of the myth.