1646
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Fantastic Vases is a 1646 ink by Stefano Della Bella, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image shows five tall, ornate vases filled with swirling plants and flowers. Each vase has a different shape—some narrow, some wide—and they’re topped with handles and intricate carvings. Faces peek out from the sides of two vases, adding a playful touch. The artist signed it as *"Stef. de la Bella"* and included a Latin phrase about collecting vases. The whole scene looks like a mix of fantasy and real-life craftsmanship. If you like this, check out etching to see how artists create detailed prints like this one.
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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