Plate 10: a family in center foreground, various figures and horses in middleground, a windmill in center background, from 'Various landscapes' (Divers paysages) 1636 - 1646

Stefano della Bella’s etching, "Plate 10: a family in center foreground, various figures and horses in middleground, a windmill in center background, from 'Various landscapes' (Divers paysages)," depicts a charming rural scene. The etching, produced between 1636 and 1646, showcases the artist's skill in capturing the details of everyday life in a picturesque landscape. The central windmill dominates the composition, while figures in the foreground and middle ground add a sense of scale and activity. The work is a testament to Della Bella’s mastery of etching, evident in the delicate lines and subtle shading that define the composition. This print, now in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a fine example of Della Bella’s talent for rendering the beauty of the natural world.