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Study of Three Girls Heads, Lucas Cranach the elder (1472-1553)
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Study of Three Girls Heads, Lucas Cranach the elder (1472-1553)
Oil on panel, German School, around 1525. Lucas Cranach the Elder (1472-1553) was a German painter and printmaker. He was one of the leading German painters and printmakers of the Renaissance in the early 16th century. As court painter of the Elector of Saxony, the patron ofLuther, Cranach is remembered as the chief artist of theReformation. He painted altarpieces, Lutheran subject pictures and portraits, as well as mythological decorative works and nudes. There is some uncertainty about the authenticity of Cranach the Elders last name. He is probably named after his birthplace, and there are theories that his real name may have been Sunder or Muller. Many details of his life are also uncertain; he is thought to have visited the Holy Land in 1493. What is known is that he spent much of his life in Wittenburg under the patronage of the Elector Frederick the Wise, who employed him as a court painter. He was also endowed with a coat of arms and was twice the Burgomeister of the town. He later worked for various other German nobles, among them Frederick the Magnanimous, and his career as both a painter and engraver was very successful. Working during the Reformation, Cranach was a devoutly religious man and a friend of Martin Luther, whom he sometimes portrayed in his paintings. He retired in 1552 to Weimar, leaving his sons, Hans and Lucas the Younger, to carry on his workshop. This painting is believed to be a study for the three goddesses of Venus, Juno or Minerva in Cranachs masterpiece, The Judgement of Paris. It is thought also to be a triple portrait of Cranachs three daughters
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This print captures the essence of Lucas Cranach the Elder's "Study of Three Girls Heads". Painted around 1525, this oil on panel masterpiece is a testament to Cranach's skill as a German painter and printmaker during the Renaissance. As court painter of the Elector of Saxony, he played a significant role in shaping art during the Reformation. Cranach's expertise shines through in this piece, showcasing his ability to portray both religious subjects and mythological figures with equal finesse. The uncertainty surrounding his last name adds an air of mystery to his legacy, but what remains undisputed is his talent and influence. Believed to be a study for the three goddesses Venus, Juno, or Minerva in Cranachs' renowned work "The Judgement of Paris" this painting also serves as a triple portrait of his own daughters. It beautifully captures their individuality while highlighting their shared familial bond. Bernie Pettersen ABIPP has expertly captured this iconic artwork through photography. Through her lens, we can appreciate every brushstroke and detail that make up Cranach's vision. This print allows us to bring home a piece of history and immerse ourselves in the artistic brilliance that defined one of Germany's greatest painters. Displayed at Royal Cornwall Museum, this image invites viewers into an exploration of artistry and heritage. Whether you are an art enthusiast or simply captivated by beauty, studying these three girls' heads will undoubtedly leave you inspired by Lucas Cranach the Elder's enduring legacy.
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