Death Carrying a Woman
1648
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1648
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Death Carrying a Woman is a 1648 ink by Stefano Della Bella, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This black-and-white print shows a dramatic scene: a skeletal figure labeled Death lifts a woman’s limp body over its shoulder, her arm dangling. In the background, a small group of people stands near a building, looking on. The woman’s dress flows loosely, and the horse nearby seems still, as if caught mid-motion. The artist used sharp lines to show movement and weight, making the scene feel urgent. The small details—like the folds in the woman’s clothes—help tell the story without words. Next, check out etching to see how artists like Della Bella created these precise lines.
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