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Frederick III the Wise (1463-1525). Elector of
" Frederick III the Wise (1463-1525). Elector of Saxony, protector of Luther. Work by Cranach, Lucas, " the Elder" (1472-1553). Renaissance art. Painting. CZECH Rep.. Prague. National Gallery in Prague."
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This striking portrait depicts Frederick III the Wise (1463-1525), Elector of Saxony, a pivotal figure in the religious and political landscape of Europe during the Renaissance. Painted by Lucas Cranach the Elder (1472-1553), this masterpiece is now housed in the National Gallery in Prague, Czech Republic. Frederick III the Wise was a patron of the arts and sciences, and a champion of humanism. He was also a key supporter of Martin Luther and the Protestant Reformation. This painting, created around 1505, captures Frederick's intellectual and regal presence. He is depicted wearing the electoral insignia of Saxony, with a serious yet thoughtful expression. Cranach the Elder, a German painter, was a leading figure of the Northern Renaissance. His works are known for their naturalistic style and exploration of light and shadow. This painting is no exception, with its intricate details and lifelike representation of Frederick's features. The painting's provenance is intriguing. It was once part of the extensive art collection of the Society of Jesus in Prague. The Society, also known as the Jesuits, was a Roman Catholic religious order founded in 1540. It is unclear how the painting came into their possession, but it may have been acquired during the Counter-Reformation when the Jesuits sought to promote Catholic art and culture. Today, this painting is a testament to the complex religious and political history of Europe during the Renaissance. It is a reminder of the role of art as a reflection of the times and the enduring influence of individuals like Frederick III the Wise and Cranach the Elder on the cultural landscape.
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