Who painted Cartouche with Apollo and Pan?

Cartouche with Apollo and Pan was painted by Stefano Della Bella in 1647.

Where can I see Cartouche with Apollo and Pan?

Cartouche with Apollo and Pan is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Cartouche with Apollo and Pan?

Cartouche with Apollo and Pan is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

Cartouche with Apollo and Pan

Stefano Della Bella , 1647

Cartouche with Apollo and Pan is an ink print by the Baroque artist Stefano Della Bella. It dates from 1647 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Cartouche with Apollo and Pan is a 1647 etching on laid paper by Stefano della Bella, a prolific Italian printmaker from Florence.

Subject & Meaning

The work illustrates a mythological scene featuring Apollo and Pan, framed within a decorative cartouche, drawing on classical mythology themes characteristic of della Bella's diverse output.

Technique & Style

Executed with intricate curves and lines, the etching showcases della Bella's mastery of the technique, which involves scratching a design into a metal plate before printing.

History & Provenance

Created in 1647, this etching is one of over a thousand produced by della Bella, spanning mythology, military scenes, and landscapes, reflecting his broad artistic range.

Artist & collection

Artist

Stefano Della Bella

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.