1546
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
September and October is a 1546 ink by Sebald Beham, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This black-and-white print shows four people in a rough, outdoor scene. Two women are struggling with two men—one man holds a sword, the other a spear. The women look upset, their arms raised like they’re fighting back. The men wear hats and armor, while the women have loose clothes and bare arms. The artist used sharp lines and shading to show muscle and movement. The ground looks uneven, with small plants poking up here and there. It’s a tense moment, but the details make it feel real. Next, look up engraving to see how artists like this carved images into metal.
Sebald Beham (1500–1550) was a German painter and printmaker, mainly known for his very small engravings.
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