Logica (Dialectica) 1510 - 1550

Sebald Beham's "Logica (Dialectica)" is a 16th-century engraving depicting a winged female figure personifying Dialectic, the art of logical discussion. Holding a scale in one hand and a scroll in the other, the figure embodies the balance and clarity of reasoned argument. This print, part of a series on the Liberal Arts, is a testament to the German Renaissance's fascination with intellectual pursuits and their symbolic representation. The detailed engraving style characteristic of Beham's work adds a sense of depth and realism to the composition.