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A Lady Greeted by a Dwarf

Stefano Della Bella

1637

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque Allegory

Dominant colour

A Lady Greeted by a Dwarf is a 1637 ink by Stefano Della Bella, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Stefano Della Bella
When & what style?: 1637 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

In this etching, a lady stands on the left, wearing a hat and a long dress. She is surrounded by a group of people, including a dwarf who is greeting her. The scene is depicted in a simple, monochromatic style. The lady's attire and the dwarf's presence suggest a sense of formality and ceremony. The other figures in the background appear to be watching the scene unfold. This etching is an example of Baroque art, characterized by its use of dramatic lighting and intense emotions. To learn more about this style, you can explore the works of Della Bella, Stefano, a prominent artist of the Baroque period.