Pest 1686 - 1740

"Pest" is an etching created by Francesco Faraone Aquila in 1686–1740. The image depicts a scene of plague in a city, showcasing a group of individuals in distress while a man with a torch stands near a dead cow and deer. The engraving exemplifies Aquila’s skill in portraying dramatic moments and detailed scenes, common in his body of work, often depicting religious and historical scenes. This print, however, showcases his talent in conveying the terror and chaos of a real-life event.