1653
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Great Stair-Case is a 1653 ink by Stefano Della Bella, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image shows a grand staircase leading up to a large, symmetrical building with tall spires on either side. People walk along the steps and bridge, while others stand near the entrance. Tall trees and a small dog near the bottom add life to the scene. The building’s design looks formal and balanced, with a central archway and evenly spaced windows. The artist used fine lines to show details like the people’s clothes and the texture of the trees. This is an example of 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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