Artwork
Bearded Moor in a Feathered Turban with a Veil, Turned to the Right
Bearded Moor in a Feathered Turban with a Veil, Turned to the Right is an ink print by the Baroque artist Stefano Della Bella. It dates from 1650 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Bearded Moor in a Feathered Turban with a Veil, Turned to the Right is an etching on laid paper created by Stefano della Bella in 1650. It is one of over 1,000 prints produced during the artist's career.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a bearded man with curly hair and a tall, feathered turban, his face turned to the side and a veil draped over his shoulder. The detailed rendering of his hair and clothing suggests a focus on capturing the subject's character and attire.
Technique & Style
The etching technique used by della Bella allows for rich textures and detailed lines, evident in the rendering of the subject's hair and clothing. The use of laid paper and etching was a common method for printmaking at the time.
History & Provenance
Stefano della Bella was an Italian draughtsman and printmaker from Florence, known for his diverse subjects and prolific output of prints and drawings.
Artist & collection
Artist
Stefano della Bella (18 May 1610 – 12 July 1664) was an Italian draughtsman and printmaker known for etchings of a great variety of subjects, including military and court scenes, landscapes, and lively genre scenes.
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