Hamlet and Horatio before the Grave Diggers 1843

Eugène Delacroix's "Hamlet and Horatio before the Grave Diggers" (1843) is a charcoal drawing depicting a scene from Shakespeare's famous play. The artwork features Hamlet and Horatio, the play's main protagonists, encountering a group of grave diggers. Delacroix's dramatic use of light and shadow create a sense of mystery and foreboding, highlighting the melancholic tone of the scene. This work is housed in the Brooklyn Museum and serves as a testament to Delacroix's ability to capture the essence of literary works through his art.