Artwork
St. Philip
St. Philip is a print by the Renaissance artist Sebald Beham. It dates from 1546 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. St.
About this work
Overview
St. Philip is a 1546 print by Hans Sebald Beham, a Nuremberg-born German artist known as one of the 'Little Masters' for his detailed small-scale engravings and woodcuts.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a solemn, haloed figure, identified as St. Philip, standing in a sparse landscape. He wears a long robe and grasps a staff, his gaze cast downward, conveying introspection.
Technique & Style
Characteristic of Beham's work, St. Philip showcases meticulous detail and realism, aligning with Renaissance artistic principles, though created in a smaller scale typical of the 'Little Masters'.
History & Provenance
St. Philip is part of the Cleveland Museum of Art's collection, highlighting its preservation and accessibility within a prominent cultural institution.
Artist & collection
Artist
Sebald Beham (1500–1550) was a German painter and printmaker, mainly known for his very small engravings.
