Titania and Bottom c. 1867

"Titania and Bottom" is a pencil sketch by Victor Müller, created around 1867. The drawing depicts a scene from William Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream," showing the fairy queen Titania and the transformed Bottom embracing. The artwork is characterized by delicate lines and a sense of ethereal beauty, reflecting the romanticism of the era. The sketch, currently housed in the Städel Museum, offers a glimpse into Müller's artistic process and his interpretation of a timeless literary work.