Lucas Cranach the Younger
German Renaissance artist (1515–1586)
1515 — 1586
Quick Facts
Profession
German Renaissance artist (1515–1586)
Born
October 14, 1515
Died
1586 (age ~71)
Name Origin
Portuguese
Timeline
politician, painter, printmaker
Holy Roman EmpireBorn in Lutherstadt WittenbergDied in Lutherstadt Wittenberg
1515
Born in Lutherstadt Wittenberg (1515-10-14)
1586
Died in Lutherstadt Wittenberg
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Lucas Cranach the Younger was a German Renaissance painter and portraitist, the son of Lucas Cranach the Elder and brother of Hans Cranach.
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Who is Lucas Cranach the Younger?+
Lucas Cranach the Younger was a German Renaissance painter and portraitist, the son of Lucas Cranach the Elder and brother of Hans Cranach.
What does the name Lucas mean?+
The name Lucas means "A male given name from Latin.. Etymology: From Lucas, from Λουκᾶς. See the Greek entry for more.". It is of Portuguese origin.
When was Lucas Cranach the Younger born?+
Lucas Cranach the Younger was born on October 14, 1515.
When did Lucas Cranach the Younger die?+
Lucas Cranach the Younger died in 1586, at approximately 71 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from Latin.. Etymology: From Lucas, from Λουκᾶς. See the Greek entry for more.
The name Lucas is of Portuguese origin, meaning "A male given name from Latin.. Etymology: From Lucas, from Λουκᾶς. See the Greek entry for more.". It is traditionally a male name.
Other famous people named Lucas
Lucas — October 14, 1515
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Libra
Diplomatic, gracious, fair-minded
Air · Venus · Sep 23 – Oct 22
Chinese Zodiac
Pig
Compassionate, generous, diligent
Wood · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
6 Chicchan
Serpent — life force, instinct, passion
Celtic Tree
Ivy
Loyal, compassionate, giving
Ogham: Gort · Sep 30 – Oct 27
Birthstone: Opal — Hope, creativity
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Guestbook
Stopped here. Glad I did.
— a passerby
You made me see color differently. Literally.
— a painter
The room changes when your piece is on the wall.
— gallery owner
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