The Four Festivals

Claude Gillot

Cleveland Museum of Art

The image depicts a black and white engraving titled "The Four Festivals" by Claude Gillot. The scene shows a group of people, mostly nude or semi-nude, gathered around a stone pedestal in a wooded area. The central figure on the pedestal is a woman with short hair wearing a draped garment. Several nude women are seated and standing around the pedestal. On the left and right sides, groups of men and women are positioned, some holding objects like spears or bows. The background features trees and foliage. The engraving is detailed with intricate line work and shading, creating a sense of depth and texture. The text at the bottom of the image reads "Fete de DIANE, troublee par des Satyres".