1538
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Penance of Saint John Chrysostom is a 1538 ink by Sebald Beham, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This black-and-white print shows a wild scene in nature. A man is being dragged by a giant serpent, his body twisted in pain. In the background, a small castle sits on a hill, with trees and rocks scattered around. The name at the top reads *S. Ioannes Crisostmus*, which is Latin for Saint John Chrysostom. This is a religious story turned into art. Try looking up engraving to see how artists like this made detailed prints.
Sebald Beham (1500–1550) was a German painter and printmaker, mainly known for his very small engravings.
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