Della Bella Collection
"Della Bella: A Master of Mythology, Comedy, and Portraiture" Step into the enchanting world of Stefano della Bella
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"Della Bella: A Master of Mythology, Comedy, and Portraiture" Step into the enchanting world of Stefano della Bella, a renowned Italian artist whose works spanned various genres and captivated audiences with their exquisite details. In his masterpiece "The three graces, from Game of Mythology (Jeu de la Mythologie), 1644, " della Bella skillfully portrays the elegance and grace of these mythical goddesses, evoking a sense of divine beauty. In another delightful creation titled "A child and a satyr child playing with a goat, ca. 1657, " della Bella showcases his talent for capturing playful innocence. The scene comes alive as the children frolic with the gentle creature under the watchful eye of a mischievous satyr. Diving into comedic realms, we encounter "Frontispiece for the comedy The Buffoons (Li Buffoni), " where della Bella transports us to an elaborate stage set resembling chaos itself. This whimsical depiction sets the tone for laughter-filled performances that would have surely delighted audiences during its time. Delving further into entertainment, we stumble upon "A Group of Dwarfs watching a Puppet show. " Here, della Bella's meticulous black chalk strokes bring to life both dwarfs engrossed in puppetry magic and an intriguing carriage lurking in the background—an invitation to unravel hidden stories within this captivating composition. Venturing beyond theatrical scenes lies delle Bellas' exploration in portraiture. His plates showcasing Turkish men offer glimpses into different cultures through intricate details such as turbans and facial expressions. Whether it is Plate 12 depicting an old Turkish man gazing leftwards or Plate 11 featuring a cap-wearing gentleman looking towards our right—each portrait tells its own unique story. Lastly, we encounter two striking busts by della Bella—the powerful Minerva donning her feathered helmet on Plate 9 gazes resolutely towards her left, embodying wisdom and strength.