1652
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
A Procession of Sixty Cavaliers and Torch Bearers is a 1652 ink by Stefano Della Bella, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image shows a long line of riders and soldiers marching in formation. Some carry torches, while others hold flags or weapons. The scene is drawn in black lines on light paper, with no color—just shading to show movement and depth. The artist used a technique that lets them pack lots of detail into a small space. This kind of drawing was often used for records or celebrations back then. Check out the technique: etching to see how artists like this made precise, sharp lines.
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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