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The Lady and the Fool

Sebald Beham

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts two people standing closely together in an affectionate pose. The person on the left has a bearded face and is wearing a hat with a point and a tassel. They have their left arm wrapped around the waist of the other person. The person on the right is wearing long sleeves adorned with lace or frills. Both individuals are wearing historical attire typical of the early 16th century. The person in front is holding a handful of flowers. The background shows a simple fence or railing, along with potted plants and stylized flowers, suggesting a garden setting.

Artwork Details

Date
1540
Medium
etching
Dimensions
2574 × 3555 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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