The old man in love by Lucas Cranach the Elder

The old man in love 1517

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Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium, Brussels, Belgium

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"The Old Man in Love" (1517) by Lucas Cranach the Elder, a prominent German Renaissance painter, portrays a humorous scene of a man, likely a nobleman, smitten with a young woman. The man's wrinkled face and white beard contrast with the woman's youthful beauty. Cranach's use of vibrant colors and detailed brushstrokes highlight the contrasting personalities, creating a playful and lighthearted atmosphere. The painting, currently located in the Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium, exemplifies Cranach's mastery of portraiture and ability to capture the complexities of human emotion.