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LUTHER ANNIVERSARY, 1617. German broadside, 1617, commemorating the 100th anniversary
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LUTHER ANNIVERSARY, 1617. German broadside, 1617, commemorating the 100th anniversary
LUTHER ANNIVERSARY, 1617.
German broadside, 1617, commemorating the 100th anniversary of the nailing of Martin Luthers 95 theses to the church door at Wittenberg, after a woodcut, 1518, commemorating the first anniversary of that event
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1517 1617 95 Theses Allegory Anniversary Broadside Burning Catholic Commemoration Door Event Lion Luther Martin Nail Phoenix Reformation Rome Swan Wittenberg Writing Anti Catholic
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This print captures a significant moment in history - the Luther Anniversary of 1617. The German broadside, created to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Martin Luther's audacious act, showcases the nailing of his revolutionary 95 theses to the church door at Wittenberg. This event, which took place in 1517, marked a turning point in religious history and ignited the flames of the Protestant Reformation. The woodcut from 1518 is depicted within this broadside as an allegory for the first anniversary celebration. It features powerful symbols such as a lion representing courage and strength, a swan symbolizing purity and grace, and even a phoenix signifying rebirth and renewal. These elements serve as visual metaphors for Luther's defiance against Rome's Catholic authority. As we gaze upon this remarkable print, we are transported back to an era when men like Luther dared to challenge established norms with their pens instead of swords. The burning passion for change emanates from every stroke of ink on this historic document. Let us not forget that this image holds immense historical value beyond its aesthetic appeal. It serves as both commemoration and reminder - reminding us that ideas have power; they can shape nations and transform societies. And so we honor Martin Luther's legacy by preserving his story through art like this timeless photograph print from Granger Art on Demand.
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