Lucas Cranach the Elder

Lucas Cranach the Elder's style is instantly recognizable, think "Cranach's Charm."

• Key characteristics: Elegant, elongated figures with delicate features, often with a touch of playful sensuality. Linear style, often with strong outlines and shallow space. Use of vibrant, sometimes contrasting colors, and decorative details.
• Themes: Religious subjects with a humanistic touch, mythology, and portraits. He was a key figure in the Reformation, so you'll see works reflecting this, like portraits of Reformers and biblical scenes with reformed theology themes. He's also known for his depictions of alluring female nudes, often connected to biblical or classical stories.