| Method | Etching |
| Artist | Stefano della Bella |
| Published | [1643-1664] |
| Dimensions | Image 180 x 275 mm, Sheet 187 x 275 mm |
| Notes |
A depiction of Jacob's journey into Egypt. Jacob is on horseback, leading a procession with his entire household of seventy people and all his cattle, camels, cats and dogs. He has just received the news that his long lost son Joseph is still alive and works in service of the Pharaoh. Jacob is determined to see his favourite son at least one last time before he dies, and immediately prepares to travel to Egypt. (Genesis 46) Stefano della Bella (1610-1664) was a Florentine etcher who worked there for the Medici-family. From 1633 onwards he often worked in Rome and later he also began working with French publishers after travelling to Paris in 1639. He was a very prolific etcher and made designs for a wide range of subjects. Condition: Good impression. Light toning and creases, mainly to the corners and top margin. Trimmed to plate mark. |
| Framing | unmounted |
| Price | £450.00 |
| Stock ID | 46009 |