1637
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
A Black Horseman is a 1637 ink by Stefano Della Bella, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This black-and-white print shows a dark, shadowy rider on a horse, surrounded by smaller figures. The rider wears a tall, feathered hat and holds a long stick. The horse looks strong, with a saddle and reins. In the background, two more people stand near what looks like a building or bridge. The print is made using lines that create light and dark areas, giving it a rough, textured look. This style was common in the 1600s. Check out the technique: 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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