Saint Sebald Carrying the Model of His Church in Nuremberg c. 1521

Sebald Beham's "Saint Sebald Carrying the Model of His Church in Nuremberg" (c. 1521) is a detailed pen and ink drawing depicting the patron saint of Nuremberg, Saint Sebald, holding a model of the church that bears his name. The saint is shown in a three-quarter profile view, his face marked by a long, flowing beard, and he holds a staff in his left hand. Behind him are the twin towers of St. Sebald's Church, recognizable by their distinctive spire and details, including the clock tower and the windows. The drawing is framed by a decorative border featuring scrolls and foliage, adding to the overall complexity of the piece. Beham's depiction of Saint Sebald carrying the model of the church was a common theme in the artwork of the period, representing the saint's devotion to the city of Nuremberg.