Artwork
Pyramid of Caius Cestius
Pyramid of Caius Cestius is an ink print by the Baroque artist Stefano Della Bella. It dates from 1646 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Pyramid of Caius Cestius is an etching created by Stefano della Bella in 1646. It is one of over a thousand etchings produced by this Florentine draughtsman and printmaker.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts the ancient Pyramid of Caius Cestius in Rome, surrounded by trees and a wall. The artist rendered the pyramid in great detail, showcasing his observational skill.
Technique & Style
The work is an example of della Bella's expertise in etching, a printmaking technique that allows for intricate and detailed designs. His diverse body of work includes various subjects, such as landscapes and scenes of everyday life.
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.
![The Flight into Egypt [verso], by Stefano Della Bella](https://artifactworldgallery.com/img/stefano-della-bella--the-flight-into-egypt-verso--3a100db72e6d25e3-w320.webp)
Landscape with Roman Ruins
Shepherds and Flock with Woman and Camel
A Horse Bound to a Post
Two Grazing Horses
A Man Holding a Horse by His Bridle
Shepherd on a Horse Driving a Herd of Various Animals
Two Plow Horses Standing in a Field
A Pissing Horse Bound to a Post
Landscape with Animals and Two Seated Shepherds
The Horse and the Stag