Sesta Scena di Tutto Cielo

Stefano Della Bella after Alfonso Parigi II

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a theatrical stage with a curtain and multiple figures depicted in the clouds. The image shows a fantastical scene set in an ethereal environment, with many small figures engaged in various activities within a layered landscape. The curtain frames the top of the drawing, suggesting a theatrical performance, while the clouds serve as platforms for groups of figures. Some figures appear to be engaged in dance or poses. The higher layers are populated by crowds, adding to the sense of scale and depth. The title at the bottom reads "Sesta Scena di Tutto Cielo."