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Died this day: Lucas Cranach the Elder

Death · 1553

Lucas Cranach the Elder, a renowned German Renaissance painter and printmaker, was known for his portraits of German princes and Protestant Reformation leaders, as well as his religious and mythological subjects. His work often conveyed Lutheran concerns in innovative ways.

He remains a significant figure in German art history, leaving a lasting impact on the development of Renaissance painting and printmaking.

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