Mercury 

Sebald Beham's "Mercury" is a captivating woodcut that depicts the Roman god Mercury in his celestial chariot, drawn by two winged creatures. Below, a scene unfolds of a printing workshop, capturing the meticulous work of printers and engravers. The composition, framed within a stylized archway, offers a glimpse into the world of 16th-century printmaking, a profession that was rapidly transforming the dissemination of knowledge and art. The meticulous details of the figures, tools, and architectural elements demonstrate Beham's mastery of this challenging artistic medium.