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Sebald Beham

Plate 4: Saint John with his head turned three-quarters to the left, with a book in his right hand and an eagle at his feet, from 'The four evangelists'

1541
Engraving; Fifth of five states
4.3 × 2.9 cm (1.7 × 1.1 in)

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