Saint Matthew
1541
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Sebald Beham
Sebald Beham (1500–1550) was a German painter and printmaker, mainly known for his very small engravings.
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ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Saint Matthew is a 1541 ink by Sebald Beham, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This engraving shows an older man with a long beard and a turban-like hat. He’s dressed in flowing robes, holding a scroll in one hand and a small object—maybe a book—in the other. Behind him, a winged figure hovers, pointing upward. The ground looks rocky, with a few scattered tools or objects near his feet. The artist used fine lines and shading to create depth, especially in the robes and wings. This kind of detailed linework is typical of the time. Next, look up engraving to see how artists like this made prints.
Sebald Beham (1500–1550) was a German painter and printmaker, mainly known for his very small engravings.
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