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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Shepherd on a Horse Driving a Herd of Various Animals is a 1637 ink by Stefano Della Bella, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching shows a man riding a horse. He leads a noisy mix of goats, sheep, and dogs. Trees and hills fill the background. Stefano Della Bella made this in 1646. He was known for prints that feel lively and full of motion. Notice how the artist uses thin lines to shade the horse and animals. This print feels almost like a quick sketch. Look for more of his work online.
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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