The Elector Frederic the Wise of Saxony (1463-1525) with the Saints Ursula (left) and Genevieve (right) 1510 - 1512

This portrait, painted by Lucas Cranach the Elder between 1510 and 1512, depicts Elector Frederic the Wise of Saxony, a prominent figure in the Reformation, flanked by Saint Ursula (left) and Saint Genevieve (right). Cranach’s signature style is evident in the delicate details and the use of vibrant colors, particularly in the women’s attire. The painting, now housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, highlights Frederic’s piety and influence as a patron of the arts and a key figure in the emerging Protestant movement. This work, a testament to Cranach's mastery of portraiture, exemplifies the artistic trends of the German Renaissance.