Vrouw uit Italië 1620 - 1664

"Vrouw uit Italië" (Woman from Italy), a 17th-century etching by Stefano della Bella, depicts a seated female figure, representing Italy, holding a staff and adorned with a feathered helmet. The work is a visual allegory of the country's geographic features and cities, with descriptive text below. Della Bella was a prolific Italian artist, known for his intricate drawings and etchings, and this work is a prime example of his skill in capturing both the beauty and the power of his subjects.