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Saint Bartholomew and Saint Matthias, by Sebald Beham, ink, 1520

Saint Bartholomew and Saint Matthias

Sebald Beham

1520

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Saint Bartholomew and Saint Matthias is a 1520 ink by Sebald Beham, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Sebald Beham
When & what style?
1520 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

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".

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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