1652
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Rock of Aeolus is a 1652 ink by Stefano Della Bella, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image shows a rocky cliff with a statue on top. The statue appears to be a figure with wings, possibly a god or goddess. The cliff is surrounded by smaller rocks and what looks like a body of water at the bottom. The statue is decorated with drapery and has its arm outstretched. There are also some figures around the base of the cliff, but they are not very clear. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of grandeur and drama. The image is an etching, which is a technique used to create detailed and intricate designs on metal plates. If you're interested in learning more about this technique, you might want to look into the work of artists who specialize in etching, such as 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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