Titelpagina voor Ulisse et Circé, in Le Théâtre Italien de Gherardi, Parijs 1700. 1694 - 1700

This engraving, titled "Titelpagina voor Ulisse et Circé, in Le Théâtre Italien de Gherardi, Parijs 1700.", was created by Franz Ertinger between 1694 and 1700. The piece, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a scene from the story of Ulysses and the sorceress Circe. The etching showcases the characters of Ulysses and Circe, with Ulysses holding a staff and Circe standing with an outstretched hand, surrounded by fantastical elements like a ship sailing into the distance, animals, and a building. The scene unfolds within a framed, decorative border suggestive of a theatrical stage, highlighting the theatrical performance that inspired this engraving.