A Standing Soldier 1610 - 1664

"A Standing Soldier" is a Baroque era etching by Stefano della Bella, notable for its skillful depiction of a single soldier in a dramatic pose, with a feathered hat, a sword and a staff. The soldier is depicted in a dynamic pose, set against a background of a camp, with the background barely visible. The work is a testament to della Bella's mastery of the etching technique. This work is a fine example of della Bella's talent for capturing the details of military life. It is currently on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.