Karel VIII 1620 - 1664

This etching by Stefano della Bella, created between 1620 and 1664, depicts Charles VIII, King of France, on horseback. The artwork is part of a series of prints that celebrates the lives of notable French monarchs. The detailed rendering of the king’s armor and the dramatic composition, with the horse rearing up, convey his power and strength. The inscription below provides biographical details about Charles VIII, highlighting his military achievements and conquests, such as his acquisition of Brittany and his victory at the Battle of Fornovo. This artwork offers a glimpse into the Italian Renaissance era and the lives of its monarchs.