Portrait of Johann I the Steadfast, Elector of Saxony by Lucas Cranach the Elder

Portrait of Johann I the Steadfast, Elector of Saxony 1533

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Kurpfalzisches Museum, Heidelberg, Germany

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Lucas Cranach the Elder’s *Portrait of Johann I the Steadfast, Elector of Saxony* (1533) showcases the German Renaissance artist’s characteristic meticulous detail and sharp portrayal of his subject. Johann I, Elector of Saxony, is depicted in a three-quarter length pose wearing a black beret and fur-trimmed coat. The sitter's penetrating gaze and stern facial expression convey the political power and authority of the German prince. The inscription below the portrait is written in gold script, adding to the elegance and formality of this artwork.