Johannes de Evangelist 1541

This is a small, intricate woodcut print created in 1541 by the German artist Sebald Beham. The image portrays Saint John the Evangelist, a figure significant in Christian iconography, standing with an eagle at his feet. John is depicted holding a book and a quill, likely symbolizing his role as a writer of the Gospel. The meticulous detail and use of lines in the engraving is typical of the Northern Renaissance style, and the overall composition is both solemn and graceful. The work, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the artistic practices and religious beliefs of 16th-century Germany.