1646
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Pyramid of Caius Cestius is a 1646 ink by Stefano Della Bella, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
The painting shows a pyramid in the center, surrounded by trees and a wall. This pyramid is the Pyramid of Caius Cestius, a real monument in Rome. It's interesting because the artist drew it in great detail. The artist's attention to detail makes this work stand out. To learn more about the method used to create this image, look up the technique: etching.
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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