The Prince of Tuscany, His Horse Troops and Carriages around Mount Atlas
1661
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1661
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
The Prince of Tuscany, His Horse Troops and Carriages around Mount Atlas is a 1661 ink by Stefano Della Bella, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This crowded scene shows a grand procession winding through a stage set that looks like an ancient palace. Soldiers on horseback march in neat rows, while carriages and nobles in fancy clothes fill the center. Above them, a huge crowd packs the balconies, watching the spectacle unfold. The artist used sharp lines to pack in every detail—flags, banners, and even the tiny faces of the crowd. This kind of busy, dramatic image was popular in the 1600s. Check out the technique: etching to see how artists like this made precise, layered prints.
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