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Three Ornamental Bands

Stefano Della Bella

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing featuring ornate scenes involving animals and figures. The upper section of the image shows intricate scrollwork with leafy and floral motifs. In the center, a hound is chasing a hare between two winged figures merging with foliage. Below, a smaller panel depicts a scene with a dog or hound lunging at another animal, possibly a roe or boar, set amid stylized vegetation. The panels are rendered with meticulous detail, typical of Baroque ornamental prints integrating dynamic forms and elaborate floral designs.

Artwork Details

Date
probably 1648
Medium
etching
Dimensions
5155 × 1903 px
Public Domain
Yes
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