Francesco de Medici, Prince of Tuscany 1629 - 1639

This etching by Stefano della Bella, created between 1629 and 1639, depicts Francesco de Medici, Prince of Tuscany, in an oval portrait framed by elaborate ornamentation. The Prince is portrayed in a formal pose, wearing a lavishly decorated collar and armor. The artwork is a testament to the artist's skill in capturing detail and creating a sense of grandeur. The etching is part of a series of portraits commissioned by the Medici family and is now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York.