Philip Melanchthon, Bust to the Right 1472 - 1553

This woodcut portrait of Philip Melanchthon, a prominent German theologian and reformer, is attributed to Lucas Cranach the Younger. Executed in the 16th century, the artwork showcases the artist's skill in capturing the likeness of his subject, emphasizing Melanchthon's age and intellectual gravitas through detailed rendering of his facial features. The piece's inclusion of text, likely a quote or inscription about Melanchthon, adds a historical and literary dimension to the work. This portrait, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to Cranach the Younger's mastery of the woodcut medium and his ability to create powerful and expressive images.