Mexico, from the playing cards "Jeu de la Géographie" 1644

"Mexico" is an etching by Stefano della Bella from the 1644 playing card set "Jeu de la Géographie". It depicts a woman on horseback, holding a spear, representing Mexico. The etching is part of a larger set of cards that aimed to educate viewers about the geography and history of different countries and regions. Della Bella was a prolific artist, creating engravings, drawings, and etchings that celebrated the beauty and cultural richness of Italy and the world beyond. This card, like many in the set, uses allegorical imagery and descriptive text to communicate its subject.