Danaë in the Brazen Chamber 1867

"Danaë in the Brazen Chamber" is a black and white wood engraving by Frederick Augustus Sandys, created in 1867. The work depicts the Greek mythological figure Danaë, imprisoned by her father in a brazen chamber, awaiting the arrival of Zeus, disguised as a shower of gold. Sandys's detailed depiction of Danaë’s flowing hair and elaborate drapery, set against the rich backdrop of the chamber, reflects the Pre-Raphaelite style, emphasizing realism and symbolism. The work is now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.