1546
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Saint James the Great is a 1546 ink by Sebald Beham, a Renaissance work, depicting St. James the Elder, held at National Gallery of Art.
You see a portrait of Saint James the Great in this engraving. He's dressed in simple clothes and has a pilgrim's staff. The artist included small details like the lines on his face and the folds in his clothes, which makes the image more interesting because it shows the artist's attention to detail and skill with the medium. This attention to detail is what makes this work notable. The artist used simple lines and shapes to create a sense of depth and texture. You can learn more about this technique by looking into the work of artist: Beham, Sebald.
Sebald Beham (1500–1550) was a German painter and printmaker, mainly known for his very small engravings.
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