Plate 6: six hands, from 'The Book for Learning to Draw' (Livre pour apprendre à dessiner) 1647 - 1652

This etching, "Plate 6: six hands," is one of the plates from Stefano della Bella's "The Book for Learning to Draw." Created between 1647 and 1652, the piece showcases six different hand positions, rendered with delicate detail. Della Bella, known for his mastery of etching, employed this technique to create a clear and concise guide for aspiring artists. The artwork, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a valuable testament to the importance of anatomical studies in the development of artistic skill.