Adelaar, naar rechts 1646 - 1656

"Adelaar, naar rechts" (Eagle, to the right) is a delicate drawing by Italian artist Stefano della Bella, created between 1646 and 1656. The work showcases della Bella's mastery of capturing animal anatomy through precise yet fluid lines. The eagle is depicted in flight, its powerful wings outstretched, its sharp beak pointed towards the right. The drawing, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies della Bella's talent for scientific observation and artistic expression, which found him favor in the courts of Europe.