“Circe,” created by Will Barnet in 1979, is an American lithograph on paper. This artwork, falling within the Pop Art movement and classified as a genre painting, captures the viewer’s attention with its serene and contemplative composition.
The artwork depicts a woman, presumably Circe, seated on a tree branch, engaging with two black birds. The background features a gradient of blues, suggesting a tranquil twilight or dawn. The woman, dressed in muted tones, wears a contemplative expression as she holds out her hand towards one of the birds, which appears to be approaching her. Another bird is perched below, contributing to a balanced and harmonious composition. The stylized and somewhat abstract representation of both the figure and the birds reflects elements of Pop Art, characterized by clean lines and a serene, almost meditative atmosphere. The entire scene is encapsulated within an oval frame, adding to the intimacy and focused nature of the depiction.
