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

Hermann Kohlmann (1907 - 1982)
Hermann Kohlmann
1907 - 1982
Ellen von Unwerth (1954)
Ellen von Unwerth
1954
K. R. H. Sonderborg (1923 - 2008)
K. R. H. Sonderborg
1923 - 2008
Heinz Kreutz (1923 - 2016)
Heinz Kreutz
1923 - 2016
Theude Grönland (1807 - 1876)
Theude Grönland
1807 - 1876
Heinrich Lauenstein (1835 - 1910)
Heinrich Lauenstein
1835 - 1910
Werner Knaupp (1936)
Werner Knaupp
1936
Mahirwan Mamtani (1935)
Mahirwan Mamtani
1935
Robert Seidel (1983)
Robert Seidel
1983
Alfred Ehrhardt (1901 - 1984)
Alfred Ehrhardt
1901 - 1984
Hans Holtorf (1899 - 1984)
Hans Holtorf
1899 - 1984
Peter Stella (1943)
Peter Stella
1943
Judith Samen (1970)
Judith Samen
1970
Paula von Wächter (1860 - 1944)
Paula von Wächter
1860 - 1944
Peter Robert Keil (1942)
Peter Robert Keil
1942
Hermann Knackfuß (1848 - 1915)
Hermann Knackfuß
1848 - 1915

Creators Northern Renaissance

Adriaen Isenbrant (1490 - 1551)
Adriaen Isenbrant
1490 - 1551
Giovanni Battista Castello Il Genovese (1547 - 1637)
Giovanni Battista Castello Il Genovese
1547 - 1637
Guillaume Chasteau (1635 - 1683)
Guillaume Chasteau
1635 - 1683
Jean Ranc (1674 - 1735)
Jean Ranc
1674 - 1735
Peter Paul Rubens (1577 - 1640)
Peter Paul Rubens
1577 - 1640
Baldassarre Castiglione (1478 - 1529)
Baldassarre Castiglione
1478 - 1529
Georgios Klontzas (1535 - 1608)
Georgios Klontzas
1535 - 1608
Giuseppe Franco (1550 - 1628)
Giuseppe Franco
1550 - 1628
Jean Duvet (1485 - 1562)
Jean Duvet
1485 - 1562
Bartolomeo Sinibaldi (1469 - 1523)
Bartolomeo Sinibaldi
1469 - 1523
Juan van der Hamen y León (1596 - 1631)
Juan van der Hamen y León
1596 - 1631
Nicholas Ricoeur (1750 - 1787)
Nicholas Ricoeur
1750 - 1787
Jacobus Mazzocchius (XV century - ?)
Jacobus Mazzocchius
XV century - ?
Gioacchino Assereto (1600 - 1649)
Gioacchino Assereto
1600 - 1649
Gerrit Adriaensz Berckheyde (1638 - 1698)
Gerrit Adriaensz Berckheyde
1638 - 1698
Sigismondo Foschi (1495 - 1536)
Sigismondo Foschi
1495 - 1536
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