Military Expedition Going to the Left c. 16th century

Editor: This is Sebald Beham's, "Military Expedition Going to the Left". It’s hard to date, but he lived from 1500 to 1550. The procession seems so orderly, yet there's a slight chaos with the figures. What strikes you most about this work? Curator: Oh, it's the dance of order and implied chaos that I find so compelling! See how each figure is meticulously rendered, yet the overall scene vibrates with a restless energy? It makes me wonder about Beham's perspective on war itself. Editor: Restless energy, yes! Almost like a very busy tapestry. I appreciate the detail now that you've pointed that out!