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John from Christ, the Apostles, and Saint Paul

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

John from Christ, the Apostles, and Saint Paul

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

Renaissance

Theme

Portrait

Medium

Woodcut with letterpress text, hand colored

Current Location

Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland

The Story

John from Christ, the 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.