1642
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Caprices: Two Standing Beggars and a Cripple is a 1642 by Stefano Della Bella, a Baroque work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This etching depicts three beggars standing on a street. The two figures on the left are standing, with one using a crutch and the other holding a staff. The third figure, a cripple, is seated on the ground. In the background, a cityscape is visible, with buildings and a church steeple. The scene is rendered in fine detail, with intricate lines and shading. The etching is characterized by its use of chiaroscuro, with strong contrasts between light and dark areas. The artist's use of line and texture adds depth and dimensionality to the scene. For more works by Stefano Della Bella, 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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