Artwork
Views of the Villa of Pratolino
Views of the Villa of Pratolino is a print by the Baroque artist Stefano Della Bella. It dates from 1653 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1988.110
- Credit line
- John L. Severance Fund
About this work
Overview
Stefano della Bella's 'Views of the Villa of Pratolino' is a print created around 1653, exemplifying his expertise as a Florentine draughtsman and printmaker.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a serene scene at the Villa of Pratolino, with figures strolling or seated near a pond and fountains in a wooded park, conveying a sense of tranquility.
Technique & Style
Della Bella's use of deep shadows and bright highlights creates a three-dimensional effect, a characteristic technique of Baroque art, which he employed to capture the topographical detail of the villa's landscape.
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Artist & collection
Artist
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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