Domitia Calvilla
1546
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Sebald Beham
Sebald Beham (1500–1550) was a German painter and printmaker, mainly known for his very small engravings.
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ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Domitia Calvilla is a 1546 ink by Sebald Beham, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This engraving features a woman's head and shoulders, facing left, surrounded by a wreath of leaves. The woman wears a headscarf, and her hair is pulled back. The wreath is tied with a knot at the bottom and has leaves sprouting from the top. The engraving is done in a detailed, cross-hatched style, with intricate lines and shading that give the image depth and texture. The overall effect is one of elegance and refinement. If you're interested in learning more about this style of engraving, you might want to explore the technique of cross-hatching, which was used to create this image.
Sebald Beham (1500–1550) was a German painter and printmaker, mainly known for his very small engravings.
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