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Martin Luther (1483–1546), Aged 63, by Unknown, oil, 1546

Martin Luther (1483–1546), Aged 63

Unknown

1546

oil

panel

From the collection of British Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Martin Luther (1483–1546), Aged 63 is a 1546 oil by Unknown, a Northern Renaissance work, depicting Martin Luther, held at British Museum.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1546 · Northern Renaissance
Where can I see it?
British Museum

About this work

This painting depicts a man standing in front of a wooden door, dressed in a long black robe with a white collar and a black hat. He holds a red book in front of him. The man's face is serious, with a prominent nose and chin. The background is a simple wooden door with a carved crest on the right side. The overall atmosphere of the painting is somber and contemplative. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume in the painting. The contrast between light and dark adds to the overall mood of the piece. To learn more about the artist's technique, look up chiaroscuro.

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