The Witches at the Walnut Tree of Benevento 1534 - 1577

This pen drawing, "The Witches at the Walnut Tree of Benevento," by Guglielmo della Porta (1500-1577) depicts a scene from a famous Italian folktale. The scene features a group of witches dancing under a walnut tree. This drawing exemplifies Porta's mastery of line and composition and his ability to capture the energy and movement of the witches' dance. The drawing is a testament to the artist's talent for depicting both the fantastical and the everyday, a quality that made him one of the most sought-after artists of his time. This artwork, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, is a study in the power of storytelling through art.