Seated Gypsy Mother and Child, with Dog n.d.

"Seated Gypsy Mother and Child, with Dog" is an etching by Italian artist Stefano della Bella, dating from an unknown period in his career between 1610 and 1664. The etching, now housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, depicts a seated gypsy woman with a child on her lap and a dog lying at her feet. The artist's signature style of intricate lines and delicate shading is evident in this small work, creating a sense of intimacy and quietude. This etching is an example of della Bella's mastery of the genre and his fascination with the lives of ordinary people.