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Adam Standing, by Sebald Beham, ink, 1524

Adam Standing

Sebald Beham

1524

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Adam Standing is a 1524 ink by Sebald Beham, a Renaissance work, depicting Satyr, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Sebald Beham
When & what style?
1524 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

You see a man standing, looking straight at you. He's naked, except for a leaf covering his private parts. The artist made this image using a few simple lines. This image is interesting because it shows a quiet moment. The man is not doing anything dramatic, he's just standing there. You can learn more about the artist who made this by looking at the work of artist: Beham, Sebald.

About the artist

Portrait of Sebald Beham
Artist

Sebald Beham

Sebald Beham (1500–1550) was a German painter and printmaker, mainly known for his very small engravings.

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