Who painted Landscape with Castle?

Landscape with Castle was painted by Stefano Della Bella in 1641.

Where can I see Landscape with Castle?

Landscape with Castle is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Landscape with Castle?

Landscape with Castle is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

Landscape with Castle

Stefano Della Bella , 1641

Landscape with Castle is an ink print by the Baroque artist Stefano Della Bella. It dates from 1641 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Stefano della Bella's 'Landscape with Castle' is an etching created in 1641, exemplifying his skill in printmaking. The work is part of a large body of over a thousand prints produced during his career.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a serene landscape with a winding river, two horsemen, and a castle on a hill surrounded by trees and rolling hills. The composition is characterized by a mostly empty sky with clouds near distant mountains.

Technique & Style

Della Bella employed fine lines to achieve a textured, almost three-dimensional effect in the trees and water. The etching technique, involving scratching into metal, allowed for detailed rendering of the landscape.

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.