Artwork
Deer Chased by a Dog to the Right
Deer Chased by a Dog to the Right is an ink print by the Baroque artist Stefano Della Bella. It dates from 1637 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Deer Chased by a Dog to the Right is an etching on laid paper, originally created in 1637 by Stefano della Bella, a prolific Florentine artist known for his diverse range of subjects.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts a dynamic scene of a deer fleeing to the right, closely pursued by a dog, set amidst a natural backdrop of trees and foliage. The deer is prominently featured, with the dog in close pursuit.
Technique & Style
Della Bella employs simple yet effective lines to convey a sense of movement and dynamic energy. The work showcases his ability to achieve naturalistic detail within the constraints of the graphic etching medium.
History & Provenance
Originally etched in 1637, this piece is a restrike, indicating it was printed from the original plate at a later time. Della Bella's prolific output included over 1,000 etchings and numerous drawings, with only one known painting surviving.
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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