Lucas Cranach I (1472 - 1553)

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Lucas Cranach I

Lucas Cranach the Elder was a pivotal figure in German Renaissance art. As a leading painter of Saxony, his influence spanned across the 16th century, making significant contributions through his paintings, woodcuts, and engravings. His artistic journey began under the tutelage of his father, Hans Maler, and saw him becoming court painter to the Elector of Saxony, where he produced a vast array of works including altarpieces, court portraits, and notably, portraits of Protestant Reformers​​​​.

Cranach's artistry was not confined to any single genre. He was renowned for his portraits of the aristocracy, deeply symbolic religious paintings, and engaging mythological scenes. His ability to capture the essence of the Protestant Reformation, notably through his portraits of Martin Luther, showcases his close connection to the movement and his role as a key figure in conveying its ideals through art​​​​.

A significant part of Cranach's legacy is his workshop in Wittenberg, which was a hub of artistic production. This workshop produced numerous works that bore his distinctive winged serpent signature, a mark of quality and innovation in the art of the period. Cranach's workshop was known for its efficient operation, enabling the production of a large volume of works that catered to the high demand of his time​​​​.

For collectors and experts in art and antiques, Lucas Cranach the Elder's work represents an intriguing intersection of art, culture, and history. His contributions to Renaissance art and his unique portrayal of religious and mythological themes continue to captivate audiences, making his work highly sought after in the world of art collection.

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Date and place of birt:4 october 1472, Kronach, Germany
Date and place of death:16 october 1553, Weimar, Germany
Nationality:Germany
Period of activity: XV, XVI century
Specialization:Artist, Engraver, Graphic artist, Painter
Art school / group:Danube school
Genre:Mythological painting, Portrait, Religious genre
Art style:Northern Renaissance, Renaissance, Old Masters

Creators Germany

Ernst Hildebrand (1833 - 1924)
Ernst Hildebrand
1833 - 1924
Hennig Kurschner (1941)
Hennig Kurschner
1941
Kurt Krantz (1910 - 1997)
Kurt Krantz
1910 - 1997
Jacob Ungerer (1840 - 1920)
Jacob Ungerer
1840 - 1920
Willy Graba (1894 - 1973)
Willy Graba
1894 - 1973
Matthias Kunkler (1957 - 1997)
Matthias Kunkler
1957 - 1997
Sinje Dillenkofer (1959)
Sinje Dillenkofer
1959
François Linke (1855 - 1946)
François Linke
1855 - 1946
Claudius Schraudolph (1813 - 1891)
Claudius Schraudolph
1813 - 1891
Georg Friedrich Schmidt (1712 - 1775)
Georg Friedrich Schmidt
1712 - 1775
Arthur Thiele (1841 - 1919)
Arthur Thiele
1841 - 1919
Rudolf Huthsteiner (1855 - 1935)
Rudolf Huthsteiner
1855 - 1935
Carl Johann Becker-Gundahl (1856 - 1925)
Carl Johann Becker-Gundahl
1856 - 1925
Arthur Degner (1888 - 1972)
Arthur Degner
1888 - 1972
Stephan Heggelke (1963)
Stephan Heggelke
1963
Hans Deiker (1876 - 1945)
Hans Deiker
1876 - 1945

Creators Northern Renaissance

Caspar van Wittel (1653 - 1736)
Caspar van Wittel
1653 - 1736
Nicola Pisano (1470 - 1538)
Nicola Pisano
1470 - 1538
Marcantonio Raimondi (1480 - 1534)
Marcantonio Raimondi
1480 - 1534
Ludwig Krug (1490 - 1532)
Ludwig Krug
1490 - 1532
Benvenuto Tisi (1481 - 1559)
Benvenuto Tisi
1481 - 1559
Giovanni Paolo Grazzini (XVI century - 1632)
Giovanni Paolo Grazzini
XVI century - 1632
Teodoro Riccio (1540 - 1603)
Teodoro Riccio
1540 - 1603
Adam Pick (1621 - 1659)
Adam Pick
1621 - 1659
Bernard de Rijckere (1535 - 1590)
Bernard de Rijckere
1535 - 1590
Francisco de Goya (1746 - 1828)
Francisco de Goya
1746 - 1828
Francesco Trevisani (1656 - 1746)
Francesco Trevisani
1656 - 1746
Franz Radziwill (1895 - 1983)
Franz Radziwill
1895 - 1983
Gijsbrecht Leytens (1586 - 1656)
Gijsbrecht Leytens
1586 - 1656
Marco Marcola (1740 - 1793)
Marco Marcola
1740 - 1793
Frans Pourbus I (1545 - 1581)
Frans Pourbus I
1545 - 1581
Antonio Solario (1465 - 1530)
Antonio Solario
1465 - 1530