Miranda und Ferdinand 1782

"Miranda und Ferdinand" is a painting by Angelica Kauffmann, a prominent Swiss-born artist, created in 1782. The painting depicts a scene from Shakespeare's *The Tempest*, where the characters Miranda and Ferdinand are shown in an idyllic landscape setting, with a figure of Prospero in the background. The scene is bathed in warm light, and the figures are rendered with a degree of realism and emotion that is typical of Kauffmann's style. The work is a testament to Kauffmann's talent as a portraitist and her ability to bring literary scenes to life on canvas. This painting showcases her ability to capture the essence of Shakespeare’s characters and their interactions with nature, creating a romantic and engaging narrative.