Penthesilea 1620 - 1664

"Penthesilea" is an etching by Italian artist Stefano della Bella, dating back to the 17th century. This work depicts the queen of the Amazons on horseback, a legendary warrior woman known for her valor, as she raises her flag and charges into battle. The text below the image narrates the legend of Penthesilea, her bravery, and ultimate demise at the hands of Achilles. This piece, with its delicate lines and intricate details, exemplifies della Bella's mastery of etching, a technique popular in the Baroque period. It is housed at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.