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

Otto Schubert (1892 - 1970)
Otto Schubert
1892 - 1970
Albert Flamm (1823 - 1906)
Albert Flamm
1823 - 1906
Rudolf Hirth du Frênes (1846 - 1916)
Rudolf Hirth du Frênes
1846 - 1916
Ernst Ferdinand Oehme (1797 - 1855)
Ernst Ferdinand Oehme
1797 - 1855
Karl Kollmann (1788 - 1847)
Karl Kollmann
1788 - 1847
Hans Seyppel (1886 - 1945)
Hans Seyppel
1886 - 1945
Karl-Ulrich Nuss (1943)
Karl-Ulrich Nuss
1943
Bernhard Moritz Girscher (1822 - 1870)
Bernhard Moritz Girscher
1822 - 1870
Alfred Lörcher (1875 - 1962)
Alfred Lörcher
1875 - 1962
Károly Lotz (1833 - 1904)
Károly Lotz
1833 - 1904
Carl Haver (1859 - 1924)
Carl Haver
1859 - 1924
Johann August Wilhelm Sohn (1830 - 1899)
Johann August Wilhelm Sohn
1830 - 1899
Sabine Lang (1972)
Sabine Lang
1972
Thomas Lange (1957)
Thomas Lange
1957
Horst Rellecke (1951)
Horst Rellecke
1951
Heinrich Georg Brandes (1803 - 1868)
Heinrich Georg Brandes
1803 - 1868

Creators Northern Renaissance

Jacob Grimmer (1525 - 1590)
Jacob Grimmer
1525 - 1590
Gérôme Daniel (1649 - 1728)
Gérôme Daniel
1649 - 1728
Francesco de Mura (1696 - 1782)
Francesco de Mura
1696 - 1782
Pieter Wouwerman (1623 - 1682)
Pieter Wouwerman
1623 - 1682
Gilles Corrozet (1510 - 1568)
Gilles Corrozet
1510 - 1568
Girolamo Mirola (1530 - 1570)
Girolamo Mirola
1530 - 1570
Christophe Huet (1700 - 1756)
Christophe Huet
1700 - 1756
Francesco del Cossa (1436 - 1478)
Francesco del Cossa
1436 - 1478
Antonello da Messina (1430 - 1479)
Antonello da Messina
1430 - 1479
 Meister I.P. (XV century - XVI century)
Meister I.P.
XV century - XVI century
Teofane di Creta (1485 - 1559)
Teofane di Creta
1485 - 1559
Mondino Scarsella (1530 - 1614)
Mondino Scarsella
1530 - 1614
 Meister des Marienlebens (XV century - ?)
Meister des Marienlebens
XV century - ?
Adriaen van Salm (1660 - 1720)
Adriaen van Salm
1660 - 1720
Agostino Brunias (1730 - 1796)
Agostino Brunias
1730 - 1796
 Cimabue (1240 - 1302)
Cimabue
1240 - 1302
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