Artwork
Soldiers
Soldiers 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
Soldiers is a print comprising five etchings on a single sheet of laid paper, created by Stefano della Bella in 1637. The work is characteristic of della Bella's prolific output as a draughtsman and printmaker.
Subject & Meaning
The etchings depict various military scenes, with four smaller images showing figures wielding swords and the central image featuring a fantastical scene of a horseman battling a dragon. The Latin inscription 'Give bad people punishment' suggests a theme of justice.
Technique & Style
The print showcases della Bella's skill in etching, a technique used to create detailed images on a plate, which are then transferred to paper. The work's style reflects della Bella's expertise in capturing dynamic scenes and figures.
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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