Art of History

Darkness and Desire: Witchcraft in Art

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Witchcraft has captivated the imagination of society for centuries, and is today viewed as an enigmatic symbol of limitless power and feminine agency. But this wasn’t always the case. Through art, we can track how witches, once considered monstrous agents of the devil, have been recast as complex figures of mystery, strength, and even allure.

Today’s Images: Martin Schongauer, ‘The Temptation of St. Anthony’ (c. 1470); Hans Baldung Grien, ‘The Sorceress’ (1510);  Francisco Goya, ‘Witches’ Flight’ (1798); Luis Ricardo Falero, ‘Witches Going to Their Sabbath’ (1878); and Albert Joseph Pénot, ‘The Bat Woman’ (1890).

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