Duncan takes her hand and is led into the castle. What does Duncan say to describe the castle? What is the significance? Duncan describes it as a “pleasant” and says that is “sweetly” recommends itself.” It’s ironic that Duncan feels happy and welcome at Macbeth’s castle – the audience knows what Macbeth’s got planned.

What types of imagery are used to describe Macbeth's castle?

What types of imagery are used to describe Macbeth’s castle in this scene? Duncan’s descriptions of how he feels is Inverness is pleasant, with a sweet and appealing smell. “This castle is in a pleasant place. The air is sweet and appeals to my refined senses” (1.6.

How does Duncan describe Macbeth's castle at Inverness?

Duncan’s speech on his arrival at Inverness is heavy with dramatic irony: Not only is the “seat” (the surroundings) of the castle “pleasant,” but even the air is sweeter than that to which the king is accustomed. The presence of the martlet (a summer bird) serves to heighten the irony.