Stefano della Bella (1610 - 1664)
Diversi Animali: Elephant
Title
Diversi Animali: Elephant
Dating
ca 1641
Material/Technique
Etching on paper
Dimensions
Mått 8,40 x 10,70 cm
Category
Inventory number
G 129/1928
Acquisition
Purchase, 1927
Display Status
Not on display at the museum
Description
Animals are a given motif for anyone looking around for something to turn into art; man’s best friend or an invaluable source of food and livelihood. The love that some images of animals convey is striking. For a person who has never travelled further than the closest town, it is hard to imagine a different world from one’s own. However, as overseas trade increased, combined with the speedy reproduction of images, Europe suddenly became aware of many exotic animals – some of which were depicted in a highly creative way.
Imagine seeing a picture of an animal that you probably never will see with your own eyes. The demand for such images was at times greater than the desire to render the animals correctly.
Signature/Inscription
Signature (Nere till höger i plåten): Stef. della B. fecit
Inscriptions (Nere till vänster i plåten): 10
Etikett/Stämpel (a tergo nere till vänster): GKM
Inscriptions (a tergo nere till vänster): 129/1928
Exhibition History
Printed. Prints as collector's items, mass media and showpieces, Göteborg, Göteborgs konstmuseum, 14/03/2020 - 16/08/2020