1542
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Weather Peasant Facing Right is a 1542 ink by Sebald Beham, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
A man stands with his back to us, holding a banner that says *"Es ist kalt"* (it’s cold) and a pitchfork. His clothes look worn, and he’s holding a small pot by a stick. Behind him, a tree and some plants are drawn in simple lines. The banner and tools suggest this isn’t just a person—it’s a stand-in for winter. The artist used sharp lines and shading to make the scene feel real. Want to see how this style works? Check out engraving.
Sebald Beham (1500–1550) was a German painter and printmaker, mainly known for his very small engravings.
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