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Saint Andrew, by Sebald Beham, ink, 1546

Saint Andrew

Sebald Beham

1546

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Saint Andrew is a 1546 ink by Sebald Beham, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Sebald Beham
When & what style?
1546 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

The painting shows Saint Andrew in a simple setting. He's standing, looking calm. The artist used a lot of details to make the scene feel real. The details in the painting are interesting because they show the artist's skill. The lines and shapes work together to create a sense of depth. This was likely done by hand, which makes it even more impressive. You can see more examples of detailed work like this by looking at the technique: engraving.

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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