The artwork, titled “Reformators,” was created by Lucas Cranach the Elder around 1535 in Germany. It belongs to the Northern Renaissance art movement and falls within the portrait genre. This piece is currently housed at the Toledo Museum of Art in Toledo, Ohio, United States.
The artwork features a group of male figures, dressed in elaborate, richly detailed attire indicative of the period’s fashion. The central figure commands attention, adorned with a meticulously embroidered coat and a chain of gold, exuding an air of significance and authority. Surrounding him are other men, distinguished by their somber expressions and serious demeanor. In the foreground, an infant adorned with wings peeks up from below, introducing a touch of innocence and an ethereal element to the otherwise stately composition. The background showcases a landscape with thick foliage and a winding path, encapsulating the figures in an environment that merges both natural and monumental aspects. Lucas Cranach the Elder’s masterful use of detail and texture renders each character impeccably individualistic, reflecting the distinct personalities and the historical significance of the figures he captures.
