1535
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
The Knowledge of God and the Seven Cardinal Virtues: Temperance - Temperancia is a 1535 by Sebald Beham, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This painting shows a woman in a flowing dress, with large wings sprouting from her back. She holds a pitcher in her right hand, pouring liquid into a bowl on the ground. The woman's face is serene, and her hair is pulled back. The woman stands on a stone pedestal, with a large ball at her feet. The background is a light color, which helps the woman and her wings stand out. The overall effect is one of calmness and serenity. The painting is an allegory, representing the virtue of temperance. If you're interested in seeing more works by the artist who created this piece, you can look up Hans Sebald Beham.
Sebald Beham (1500–1550) was a German painter and printmaker, mainly known for his very small engravings.
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