Plate 21: horse, from 'Various animals' (Diversi animali) 1641

Stefano della Bella's "Plate 21: Horse, from 'Various Animals'" (1641) is an etching that showcases the artist's keen eye for detail and mastery of line. This print, part of a larger series, depicts a single horse standing in a field with other horses and riders in the distance. The meticulous hatching and cross-hatching technique used by della Bella creates a sense of depth and volume, emphasizing the horse's muscular form. This work is a testament to the artist's skill in rendering animal anatomy and captures the elegance and power of the equine subject. The etching was made for a collection titled "Diversi animali" and is currently part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York.