Two Eagles, Both with Heads Turned to the Right

The work is executed through the etching process, wherein acid incises fine lines into a copper plate before ink transfer to paper. Della Bella’s handling of line creates delicate feather textures and a sense of depth in the rock formations, while the restrained tonal range reflects the disciplined approach of early‑17th‑century printmaking.

Attributed to Stefano della Bella, a Florentine draughtsman who produced over a thousand prints across varied subjects, this piece is a restrike, indicating it was printed after the original plate’s initial issue. The artist’s print output, though extensive, includes only a single known painting, underscoring his primary reputation as a printmaker during the Baroque era.