Plate 20: a soldier in profile galloping to the right holding a lance in his right hand, followed by another horseman behind, from 'Various figures and doodles' (Diverses figures et griffonnemens) by Stefano della Bella

Plate 20: a soldier in profile galloping to the right holding a lance in his right hand, followed by another horseman behind, from 'Various figures and doodles' (Diverses figures et griffonnemens) 1643 - 1648

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drawing, print, etching

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drawing

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weapon

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baroque

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print

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etching

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landscape

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figuration

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romanesque

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soldier

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horse

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history-painting

"Plate 20: a soldier in profile galloping to the right holding a lance in his right hand, followed by another horseman behind, from 'Various figures and doodles' (Diverses figures et griffonnemens)" is an etching created between 1643 and 1648 by Stefano della Bella, a Florentine artist known for his masterful drawings and etchings. This particular work, part of a larger series, features a dynamic depiction of a mounted soldier, captured in a moment of action as he rides with vigor, showcasing della Bella's skill in capturing movement. The etching, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, serves as a testament to the artist's keen eye for detail and his ability to convey a sense of energy and vitality through his art.

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