Lodewijk XIII 1620 - 1664

This etching by Stefano della Bella, titled "Lodewijk XIII", depicts Louis XIII of France in a chariot drawn by four horses. Created between 1620 and 1664, the artwork is part of a larger series celebrating the accomplishments of French monarchs. The detailed inscription beneath the image praises Louis XIII as "just," "pious," and "courageous", highlighting his successes in putting down rebellions and expanding French territory. This small etching, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, serves as a testament to della Bella's skill in capturing the essence of a powerful ruler through the medium of printmaking.