Saint Bartholomew and Saint Matthias
1520
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1520
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Saint Bartholomew and Saint Matthias is a 1520 ink by Sebald Beham, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
The painting depicts two men standing in a landscape, with one man holding a sword and the other holding a book. The men are dressed in robes and have long beards. In the background, there is a house and trees. The painting is done in a detailed and realistic style, with intricate lines and shading. The use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and dimensionality. The painting is an example of Renaissance art, characterized by its attention to detail and realism. It is also an example of the artist's use of engraving and cross-hatching techniques. To learn more about the artist's techniques, look up the technique "engraving".
Sebald Beham (1500–1550) was a German painter and printmaker, mainly known for his very small engravings.
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