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Portrait of Martin Luther, 1525 (mixed media)
3588548 Portrait of Martin Luther, 1525 (mixed media) by Cranach, Lucas, the Elder (1472-1553); diameter: 9.8 cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel, Switzerland; (add.info.: Martin Luther (1483-1546) German theologian and leading figure in the Protestant Reformation. On 31st October 1517 he nailed to the door of a Wittenberg church his list of ninety five theses attacking papal sale of indulgences. Excommunicated by Pope Leo X in 1521.
Pair with XOS 3597127); German, out of copyright
Media ID 23632928
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95 Theses Contemplative Corruption Indulgences Ninety Five Northern Papal Pensive Pope Leo X Protestant Reform Reformation Reformer Religious Reformer Roundel Scholar Teacher Theologian Theology Thoughtful Monks Northern Renaissance Religious Orders
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This print showcases the iconic "Portrait of Martin Luther, 1525" by Lucas Cranach, the Elder. Measuring a mere 9.8 cm in diameter, this mixed media masterpiece is housed in the esteemed Kunstmuseum in Basel, Switzerland. Martin Luther, a renowned German theologian and pivotal figure in the Protestant Reformation, comes to life through Cranach's skilled brushstrokes. Known for his audacious act on October 31st, 1517 - nailing his list of ninety-five theses to a Wittenberg church door - Luther fearlessly challenged papal sale of indulgences. This bold move led to his excommunication by Pope Leo X in 1521. In this portrait, we witness Luther's pensive expression as he contemplates religious reform and challenges corruption within Catholicism. As a priest turned scholar and monk, he became an influential teacher whose ideas shaped Christianity's future trajectory. The intricate details captured within this miniature roundel highlight Cranach's mastery as well as Luther's contemplative nature. The painting serves as a powerful reminder of how one man can ignite significant change within society. Pairing it with another artwork (XOS 3597127), this image from Bridgeman Images offers us an opportunity to delve into history and explore the profound impact that Martin Luther had on religion during the Northern Renaissance era.
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