1642
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Caprices: Three Standing Soldiers is a 1642 by Stefano Della Bella, a Baroque work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This image depicts three soldiers standing together, each with a unique pose and expression. The soldier on the left stands with his back to the viewer, while the one in the middle faces forward, and the third looks to his right. Each soldier wears a hat and holds a sword or spear. The soldiers are dressed in 17th-century attire, with intricate details on their clothing and accessories. The background of the image is minimal, allowing the focus to be on the three figures. The image showcases the artist's skill in capturing the personalities and characteristics of the soldiers through their postures and facial expressions. To learn more about the artistic style of this piece, explore the Baroque movement.
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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