July and August
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
July and August is a 1546 ink by Sebald Beham, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This picture shows four people in a small scene. Two men on the left are dressed like soldiers, one with his arms raised and the other holding a spear. On the right, a woman and a man in long robes stand close together, looking serious. The ground is rough and patchy, like dirt. The names "Jacob Hewmon" and "Laurencius Augstmon" are written above the figures, likely the months July and August. The artist used sharp lines to create shadows and texture, making the clothes and faces look solid. Look up engraving to see how artists like this one carved detailed images into metal.
Sebald Beham (1500–1550) was a German painter and printmaker, mainly known for his very small engravings.
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