A procession of horse-drawn cannon carriages to left, horsemen in combat and a dead horse to right, battle on a bridge in center background, from 'Peace and War' (Divers desseins tant pour la paix que pour la guerre) 1636 - 1646

This etching by Stefano della Bella, titled "A procession of horse-drawn cannon carriages to left, horsemen in combat and a dead horse to right, battle on a bridge in center background, from 'Peace and War' (Divers desseins tant pour la paix que pour la guerre)," depicts a dynamic scene of warfare. The detailed composition features a procession of cannon carriages in the foreground, contrasting with a battle raging on a bridge in the background. The scene is filled with action, highlighted by the fallen horse in the right foreground and the charging horsemen engaged in combat. This work, created between 1636 and 1646, is characteristic of della Bella's dynamic style and his ability to capture the chaos and drama of battle scenes, showcasing the artist's talent for etching and a keen eye for detail.