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Christ, the Twelve Apostles, and Saint Paul

Lucas Cranach the Elder, After (German, 1472–1553)

Christ, the Twelve Apostles, and Saint Paul

Lucas Cranach the Elder, After (German, 1472–1553)
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Period

Renaissance

Theme

Portrait

Medium

Set of 14 woodcuts colored by hand

Current Location

Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland

The Story

Christ, the Twelve Apostles, and Saint Paul by Lucas Cranach the Elder, After (German, 1472–1553).

“A silence so complete it becomes its own witness.”

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A restrained palette and sculptural lighting create a solemn geometry. The wooden crate and letter anchor the narrative with journalistic precision.