Artwork
Landscape with Deer Hunt
Landscape with Deer Hunt 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
Landscape with Deer Hunt is an etching created by Stefano della Bella in 1647. It is a representative work of della Bella's extensive printmaking output, which totals over a thousand etchings.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts a serene forest landscape with a hunting scene near a river. A group of hunters and dogs are shown pursuing deer on the right, while the left side is dominated by dense, twisting trees.
Technique & Style
Della Bella's use of fine lines creates detailed textures, conveying the softness of the deer's fur and the density of the foliage. The etching's shading suggests depth, contributing to the overall stillness of the scene.
History & Provenance
Stefano della Bella, an Italian draughtsman and printmaker, was active in Florence from 1610 until his death in 1664. He was prolific in producing prints and drawings, with Landscape with Deer Hunt being one of his works from 1647.
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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