1535
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Dominant colour
The Prodigal Son: Wasting His Fortune is a 1535 by Sebald Beham, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This painting shows a man in the center, surrounded by several people. He is wearing a long robe and has a beard. The group is gathered around a table with food and drinks on it. In the background, there are trees and a fence. The man in the center appears to be the main figure, and the others seem to be watching him or waiting for something to happen. The atmosphere is one of anticipation or expectation. The artist, Hans Sebald Beham, is known for his detailed and intricate engravings, and this painting showcases his skill in capturing the subtleties of human emotion and interaction. To learn more about the artist's techniques, look up chiaroscuro.
Sebald Beham (1500–1550) was a German painter and printmaker, mainly known for his very small engravings.
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