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Lot and His Daughters, by Sebald Beham, ink, 1526

Lot and His Daughters

Sebald Beham

1526

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Lot and His Daughters is a 1526 ink by Sebald Beham, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Sebald Beham
When & what style?
1526 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This engraving shows Lot and his daughters in a quiet, intimate scene. The figures are arranged in a triangular composition, with Lot in the center and his daughters on either side. The daughters are shown with gentle, expressive faces, while Lot's face is more serious. The engraving is done in a detailed, cross-hatched style, which gives the figures a sense of depth and texture. The background is simple, with a few lines suggesting a landscape. The overall effect is one of quiet contemplation, as if the figures are lost in thought. If you're interested in learning more about the Renaissance style, you might want to check out other works by 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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