Deucalion et Pyrrha c. 17th century

"Deucalion et Pyrrha" is a 17th-century etching by Italian artist Stefano della Bella depicting the Greek mythological figures Deucalion and Pyrrha. The work is a small-scale composition, measuring just 1 13/16 x 2 1/8 inches, showcasing della Bella's mastery of detail and expressive linework. The scene depicts the couple in a landscape, referencing the myth of their repopulation of the world after a great flood. The etched lines meticulously capture their postures and expressions, highlighting the drama of the moment. This etching, now held by the Minneapolis Institute of Art, exemplifies della Bella's contribution to the development of etching as a medium in the 17th century.