A woman in profile pulling back on a rope tied around the horns of a young bull 1660

This etching by Italian artist Stefano della Bella, created in 1660, depicts a woman in profile pulling back on a rope tied around the horns of a young bull. The woman's flowing drapery and the dynamic composition, with the bull seemingly resisting her control, suggest a scene of struggle and tension. The artist's use of fine lines and hatching adds to the sense of movement and detail, making the scene come alive. The artwork, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, is a testament to della Bella's skill as a draftsman and his ability to capture the fleeting moment.