Christ as Savior with Martin Luther

  • Painting mediumOil On Panel
  • Art movementNorthern Renaissance
  • Creation date1552
  • Art periodRenaissance

Lucas Cranach the Elder (1472 – 1553)

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About this artwork

  • Title: Christ as Savior with Martin Luther
  • Artist: Lucas Cranach the Elder
  • Year: 1552
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Color palette: Dark
  • Main color: Bronze
  • Purpose: Focal
  • Keywords: oil painting art, “16th century art”, “dramatic lighting”
  • Color intensity: Vivid

Quick Facts

  • Artistic style: Northern Renaissance
  • Notable elements or techniques:
    • Glazing layers
    • Meticulous brushwork
  • Movement: Northern Renaissance
  • Subject or theme: Crucifixion, Faith, Redemption
  • Artist: Lucas Cranach the Elder
  • Year: 1552

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