The Triumph of Women
1549
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
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Sebald Beham
Sebald Beham (1500–1550) was a German painter and printmaker, mainly known for his very small engravings.
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From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
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The Triumph of Women is a 1549 by Sebald Beham, a Renaissance work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This print shows a row of women riding or standing next to horses and wagons. They all hold weapons like spears and shields. The background has trees and a castle-like building. The women look strong and ready for battle. The title is *The Triumph of Women*—it’s not just a random scene. The artist packed in lots of tiny details, like the different tools and animals each woman uses. Next, check out Renaissance art to see how artists used symbols like this.
Sebald Beham (1500–1550) was a German painter and printmaker, mainly known for his very small engravings.
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