Naked Woman on an Armor (Prudentia?)

About this work

This engraving shows a woman lying on her side, her body wrapped in a loose cloth. Her head rests on one arm, while the other arm holds a shield with a strange symbol. Below her, a helmet and a gauntlet lie on the ground. The artist used tiny lines to build up shadows and textures, making the metal look heavy and the cloth look soft. This was a common way to create depth in engravings. Next, look up engraving to see how artists like Beham made their marks.