Apparition in the Forest (from Sleeping Beauty) before 1858

Moritz von Schwind's "Apparition in the Forest (from Sleeping Beauty)" (before 1858) depicts a scene from the classic fairy tale. A spectral figure, likely a good fairy, appears in a moonlit forest, while a man dressed in the garb of a huntsman hides in the shadows. The painting's use of light and dark is typical of the Romanticism movement, creating an atmosphere of mystery and wonder. This artwork, currently held in the Städel Museum, highlights Schwind's mastery in illustrating fairy tales and engaging viewers with the beauty of fantasy.