Regulus 1500 - 1550

"Regulus," a small, circular engraving by Sebald Beham, depicts the Roman general Regulus being rolled towards his death in a barrel. The scene is crowded with figures, highlighting the gruesome fate of the prisoner of war. Beham’s detailed rendering of the figures and the barrel showcases the fine lines and intricate detail characteristic of Northern Renaissance prints, emphasizing the dramatic and violent nature of the scene. This artwork is part of the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.