Plate 12: a procession of troops enter a city, horseman in center playing a trumpet towards the left, horsemen at left galloping towards the right, from 'Troops, cannons, and attacks on towns' (Dessins de quelques conduites de troupes, canons, et ataques de villes) 1635 - 1645

This etching by Stefano della Bella, from his series "Troops, cannons, and attacks on towns," depicts a procession of troops entering a city. The central figure, a horseman playing a trumpet, leads the charge, while other horsemen gallop towards the right, creating a sense of movement and urgency. The detailed depiction of the soldiers, horses, and the cityscape in the background demonstrates della Bella’s skill in capturing the drama and spectacle of military events. This print, dating from 1635-1645, is a testament to the artist's ability to portray the realities of warfare in the 17th century.