Two eagles, one devouring a lamb, from 'Eagles' (Les aigles) 1646 - 1656

This etching by Stefano della Bella, titled "Two eagles, one devouring a lamb, from 'Eagles' (Les aigles)", depicts two eagles in a dramatic scene. One eagle is in the process of devouring a lamb while the other looks on, creating a sense of raw power and violence. The artist’s attention to detail is evident in the meticulous rendering of the birds’ feathers and the lamb’s body. The etching, created between 1646 and 1656, is a striking example of della Bella's mastery of the medium and his ability to capture the essence of the animal world. The artwork is currently held in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York.