Barthel Beham (1502–1540): The Little Master of Nuremberg Barthel Beham (1502–1540) stands as a pivotal figure in the German Renaissance printmaking tradition, earning him the moniker “Little Master” – a testament to his extraordinary skill and meticulous detail. Born in Nuremberg, Germany, he was steeped in artistic heritage from birth, inheriting talent from his elder brother Hans Sebald Beham and absorbing invaluable lessons from Albrecht Dürer himself. This formative influence shaped his distinctive style and propelled him to become one of the most celebrated engravers of his era. Ea…