This captivating biography brings Lucas Cranach the Elder into the spotlight for the twenty-first century.
On the other hand, Cranach also produced many paintings of female nudes, which this book returns to their central place in the artist\'s life as symbols of Germany\'s rich cultural connections with ancient Greece and Rome..
Using prints, the prevailing medium of mass communication, he developed an intricate symbolism that resonated with the populace in early modern Germany.
Perhaps Cranach\'s most remarkable achievement lay in forging a robust Lutheran community around his work.
The illuminating narrative unveils an artist whose vision transcended personal brilliance, seeking rather to elevate his nascent nation.
This captivating biography brings Lucas Cranach the Elder into the spotlight for the twenty-first century
