Artemisia II 1620 - 1664

comic strip sketch

old engraving style

hand drawn type

personal sketchbook

sketchwork

pen-ink sketch

pen work

sketchbook drawing

storyboard and sketchbook work

sketchbook art

"Artemisia II" is an etching created by Stefano della Bella between 1620 and 1664. The artwork depicts Artemisia I, Queen of Caria, seated at a table in a classical setting. The etching showcases della Bella's mastery of linework and detail, capturing the queen's dignified presence and the surrounding architectural grandeur. The image is accompanied by a descriptive inscription in French, highlighting Artemisia's devotion to her husband and her role in the Persian Wars. The artwork is currently housed at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.