1642
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Caprices: Seated Beggar is a 1642 by Stefano Della Bella, a Baroque work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This image shows a sketch of a man sitting on the ground, facing away from the viewer. He is wearing a long-sleeved shirt and pants, and has a cloak or blanket wrapped around his legs. The man is sitting in a field or meadow, with trees and bushes in the background. The sketch is done in a loose, expressive style, with bold lines and minimal shading. The artist has captured the man's pose and facial expression, conveying a sense of quiet contemplation. The sketch is a great example of the Baroque style, which emphasized dramatic lighting and intense emotions. If you're interested in learning more about this style, you might want to check out the work of artist Stefano Della Bella.
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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