1648
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Ornamental Frieze with Eagle and Lion Engarlanded by Children is a 1648 ink by Stefano Della Bella, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching features an ornamental frieze with an eagle and lion, both adorned with garlands by children. The eagle is on the left, while the lion is on the right, with the children in between. The frieze is decorated with swirling patterns and foliage. In the lower section of the etching, there are three additional scenes. On the left, a child is shown with a bow and arrow, while on the right, a child is depicted with a flower in their hair. In the center, a child is shown with a ball. The level of detail in this etching is impressive, with intricate lines and textures that bring the scene to life. To learn more about the artist's use of etching, explore the work of Della Bella, Stefano.
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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