1637
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
A Black Horseman is a 1637 ink by Stefano Della Bella, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching shows a dark, dramatic scene with a shadowy rider on a horse. The rider wears a tall, feathered hat and holds a long stick. Behind them, another horse and a small figure carrying a bundle walk along a rough path. The sky is empty, and the whole scene is drawn in bold, scratchy lines. The rider’s face is hidden, adding mystery to the image. The artist used a technique that creates deep shadows and textures, making the scene feel intense. Next, look up etching to see how artists like this made detailed prints.
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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