Martin Luther as Junker Jörg 1522

This woodcut by Lucas Cranach the Elder depicts the German reformer Martin Luther in 1522. It was made during a time of great religious upheaval and societal change. The portrait, housed in the Germanisches Nationalmuseum in Nuremberg, Germany, shows Luther with a long beard and a serious expression. The fine lines and detailed rendering of his features make it a powerful and compelling image, highlighting the impact and influence Luther had on the religious and political landscape of Europe in the 16th century.