1525
paint
panel
From the collection of Walters Art Museum
Portrait of a young woman is a 1525 paint by Lucas Cranach the Elder, a Northern Renaissance work, depicting Mary Magdalene, held at Walters Art Museum.
The painting depicts a young woman with long, wavy red hair. She wears a dark green dress with a white and orange bodice, featuring puffy sleeves and a striped waistband. A thick, braided necklace adorns her neck, complemented by a delicate choker. Her hands are clasped together in front of her, and she gazes directly at the viewer. A quiet visual detail is the intricate pattern on her bodice, which adds texture and depth to the portrait. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of balance and harmony. This painting is reminiscent of the works of Lucas Cranach the Elder, a German artist known for his portraits of women.
Lucas Cranach the Elder was a German Renaissance painter and printmaker in woodcut and engraving.
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