The Knowledge of God and the Seven Cardinal Virtues: Knowledge of God - Cognicio
1535
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1535
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This is a black-and-white engraving of a winged figure pointing upward with one hand while holding a scroll and a staff in the other. The figure wears flowing robes and stands on a small pedestal with a book and a vase of plants beside it. In the background, a building and a small bird are faintly drawn. The name "Cognicio" is written at the top, which likely refers to the idea of knowledge or understanding. The artist’s initials, "ISB," appear in the lower left corner. Look up Hans Sebald Beham to see more of his detailed engravings.
