Sol 

Sebald Beham's "Sol" is a fine example of a Renaissance-era print that depicts the Sun as a crowned figure. He holds a staff with the Sun's face on top, and he sits astride a lion, which is a symbol of the Sun's strength and power. The image, likely from a series, highlights the connection between the Sun and the astrological sign Leo. The artist, active in the early sixteenth century, created this work using the then-popular technique of engraving on a metal plate to create a master print, from which copies could be made. The detailed composition and intricate lines of the work exemplify the skill of Northern Renaissance artists.