Boer verkoopt eieren 1520

"Boer verkoopt eieren" (Farmer Sells Eggs), a 1520 engraving by Sebald Beham, captures a moment of everyday life in the early 16th century. This small-scale print, measuring just 53 mm by 39 mm, depicts a man and woman selling eggs from a basket. The man stands with a stern expression, while the woman is seemingly trying to persuade a potential buyer. The detailed, fine lines of the engraving create a sense of realism and highlight the textures of their clothing and the basket of eggs. This print is an example of Beham's mastery of the engraving technique, known for its precision and detail.