Titus Gracchus
1528
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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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ink
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Titus Gracchus is a 1528 ink by Barthel Beham, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This chaotic scene shows a wild, crowded fight with lots of struggling bodies. Some people are standing, swinging swords or clubs, while others are on the ground, tangled in the chaos. A few horses and dogs are mixed in, adding to the mess. The background is dark, making the figures stand out in sharp, scratchy lines. The title at the top reads *"Titus Gracchus"*, hinting this might be a story about a historical figure. The artist used fine, detailed lines to create depth and movement, almost like carving into metal. Check out how this was made using engraving.
Barthel Beham (1502–1540) was an artist, born in Nuremberg.
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