Who painted Saint Maurice?

Saint Maurice was painted by Lucas Cranach the Elder in 1520.

Where can I see Saint Maurice?

Saint Maurice is held by Ambras Castle.

What movement is Saint Maurice?

Saint Maurice is associated with Northern Renaissance.

Artwork

Saint Maurice

Lucas Cranach the Elder , 1520

Saint Maurice is an oil painting by the Northern Renaissance artist Lucas Cranach the Elder. It dates from 1520 and is held in the collection of the Ambras Castle.

About this work

Overview

This oil painting, attributed to Lucas Cranach the Elder and his workshop, is a depiction of Saint Maurice, an early Christian martyr.

Subject & Meaning

The painting shows Saint Maurice, a North African martyr who was the patron saint of the Marktkirche in Halle, where the work was originally located as part of a larger altarpiece.

History & Provenance

The painting was created for the Marktkirche in Halle (Saale), serving as the interior left wing of a paneled altarpiece.