Diana and Callisto n.d.

This drawing depicts the scene of Diana discovering Callisto's pregnancy, rendered in delicate lines by an anonymous hand. Here, the goddess Diana, a symbol of chastity, is accompanied by her nymphs. The revelation of Callisto's transgression brings forth a dramatic confrontation, heavy with symbolic weight. Consider the enduring motif of the goddess and her attendants, echoed in countless artworks across time. The emotional weight of the scene is palpable; the figures capture a moment of betrayal. Such gestures recur in art history, each time carrying echoes of past depictions. This scene, pregnant with emotional tension, continues to resonate through art history, a testament to our collective fascination with themes of betrayal and revelation. The non-linear progression of images allows this scene to resurface and take on new meanings.