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Cranach Paints Luther
LUCAS CRANACH The German religious reformer Martin Luther sits for one of the many portraits that Cranach made of him
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1530 Cranach Lucas Luther Martin Named Paints Reformer Sits Made
22"x18" Modern Frame
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20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This portrait depicts Martin Luther (1483-1546), the influential German religious reformer, as he sits for one of the many renditions created by the renowned artist Lucas Cranach the Elder (1472-1553) around 1530. The historical significance of this work lies in its representation of a pivotal figure in the Protestant Reformation, a movement that drastically altered the course of Western religious and political history. Martin Luther, a former Augustinian monk, is famously known for his Ninety-Five Theses, which he nailed to the door of the Castle Church in Wittenberg on October 31, 1517, marking the beginning of the Protestant Reformation. Cranach, a close friend and ally of Luther, was commissioned to create numerous portraits of the reformer, reflecting the deep connection between the two men. In this particular portrait, Luther is portrayed with a serious yet contemplative expression, wearing the traditional monk's habit. The meticulous attention to detail in Cranach's brushwork is evident, with the intricately rendered folds of Luther's robe and the lifelike depiction of his hands, which rest on a table adorned with various religious texts. The historical context of this artwork is further emphasized by the inclusion of a quill and inkwell, symbolizing Luther's role as a prolific writer and theologian. Cranach's portraits of Martin Luther are not only significant for their historical value but also for their artistic merit. The masterful use of chiaroscuro, or the contrast between light and dark, creates a sense of depth and dimension, while the rich, earthy colors evoke a sense of authenticity and realism. This portrait serves as a testament to the profound impact of both Martin Luther and Lucas Cranach on the history of art and religion.
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