Head of Christ
1520
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Artist
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
Head of Christ is a 1520 ink by Sebald Beham, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting shows a close-up of Jesus' face, wearing a crown of thorns. His long, wavy hair frames his face, and his beard is neatly trimmed. The background is a simple, dark gray. The artist used a technique called cross-hatching to create detailed textures and shading. This technique involves layering closely spaced parallel lines to achieve a range of tones and depths. If you're interested in learning more about this style, check out the Renaissance movement.
Sebald Beham (1500–1550) was a German painter and printmaker, mainly known for his very small engravings.
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