Artwork
King Siegreich
King Siegreich is an unspecified painting by the Northern Renaissance artist Lucas Cranach the Younger. It is held in the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum.
About this work
Overview
King Siegreich is a painting created by Lucas Cranach the Younger in 1590. It is a representative work of the Northern Renaissance, showcasing the artist's skill in portraiture.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a crowned male figure, likely a symbolic or historical king, with a serious expression. He is dressed in ornate attire, including a red and gold robe and crown, and holds a scepter, conveying grandeur and importance.
Technique & Style
The work is characterized by detailed realism, reflecting the influence of Cranach the Younger's training in his father's workshop, a leading center for German Renaissance art. The use of a solid gray background emphasizes the figure's grandeur.
History & Provenance
The painting is now held in the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum, a testament to its enduring significance.
Artist & collection
Artist
Lucas Cranach the Younger (German: Lucas Cranach der Jüngere, IPA: ; 4 October 1515 – 25 January 1586) was a German Renaissance painter and portraitist, the son of Lucas Cranach the Elder and brother of Hans Cranach.
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