Artwork
Various Figures and Landscapes
Various Figures and Landscapes is a print by the Baroque artist Stefano Della Bella. It dates from 1649 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Various Figures and Landscapes is an etching created by Stefano della Bella in 1649. It is a representative work from the artist's extensive oeuvre, which encompasses a range of subjects and themes.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts two figures on a rocky shoreline, with a cityscape in the background. The scene may represent a moment of travel or arrival, as suggested by the man's pose and the urban landscape.
Technique & Style
The work is characterized by a detailed yet simple style, emphasizing clear lines and textures. Della Bella's use of etching techniques allows for a nuanced rendering of the scene's various elements.
History & Provenance
Created during della Bella's career in mid-17th-century Italy, Various Figures and Landscapes is now part of the collection at the Cleveland Museum of Art.
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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An Enemy on the March
The Promenade
Riding School
Noble Man Wrapped in a Mantle Trimmed with Fur
Plan general du Chasteau et petit Parc de Vincennes
Standing Cavalier and Beggar Boy
Officers and Soldiers of the Bodyguard of Emperor Rudolf II: Sergeant
The Bohemians: The Bohemians Marching: The Vanguard
Noble Man with Mantle Trimmed in Fur, Holding his Hands Behind his Back
Seated Pilgrims
The Promenade
Various Figures and Landscapes: Title Page - Three Figures