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The Old White King Sending His Messengers to Portugal

Leonhard Beck

1515

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Renaissance Renaissance Allegory

Dominant colour

The Old White King Sending His Messengers to Portugal is a 1515 ink by Leonhard Beck, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Leonhard Beck
When & what style?: 1515 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This woodcut painting depicts a regal scene. A king, dressed in a long robe and a crown, stands in the center, surrounded by several men. The king holds a scepter in his right hand and gestures with his left. The men around him are attired in various outfits, some wearing hats and others with long hair. In the background, a landscape is visible through a window, adding depth to the scene. The king's expression is serious, and the men seem to be listening intently to him. The overall atmosphere is one of importance and gravity. If you're interested in learning more about the Renaissance movement, which this painting is a part of, you can explore the works of other artists from this period.

About the artist

Artist

Leonhard Beck

Leonhard Beck (c. 1480 – 1542) was a painter and woodcuts designer in Augsburg, Germany. He was the son of Georg Beck, a miniaturist who was active in Augsburg c. 1490–1512/15. Leonhard collaborated with his father on…

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