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Martin Luther

Daniel Hopfer, after Lucas Cranach the Elder

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a bust portrait of a man in profile view. He is depicted with prominent facial features, short curly hair on the sides of his head, a large round cap, and a cloak or robe covering his shoulders and upper chest. The background has a textured and patterned design with rays or lines emanating from his head. Text is written at the bottom of the image.

Artwork Details

Date
1523
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
6961 × 10137 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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