Overlijden van Martin Luther 1547

"Overlijden van Martin Luther" (Death of Martin Luther) is a 1547 bronze medal by Hans (der Ältere) Reinhart. The medal depicts a bust portrait of the Protestant reformer Martin Luther, surrounded by an inscription. This piece, measuring only 5.1 cm in diameter, is a testament to the power of Renaissance portraiture and the impact of Reformation figures like Luther. The intricate detail and realistic representation of Luther's features capture the essence of this significant figure. The inscription on the medal is likely a Latin phrase commemorating Luther's death, further emphasizing the historical context of the artwork.