Child with Three Skulls
1529
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Barthel Beham
Barthel Beham (1502–1540) was an artist, born in Nuremberg.
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Child with Three Skulls is a 1529 ink by Barthel Beham, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting shows a child with long hair and a large collar, holding three skulls in front of them. The child's face is not visible, but their hand is curled around the skulls. The skulls are arranged in a triangular shape, with the largest skull at the top and the two smaller ones below it. The child's clothing is detailed, with intricate folds and textures. The overall mood of the painting is somber and contemplative, with the child's pose and the presence of the skulls evoking a sense of mortality and reflection. You might want to look up more about the Renaissance movement next.
Barthel Beham (1502–1540) was an artist, born in Nuremberg.
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