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Was Lucas Cranach the Elder the court painter to the Electors of Saxony throughout his career?

  • No

  • Yes

  • Only in his early career

  • Only in his later career

Answer

Yes, Lucas Cranach the Elder served as the court painter to the Electors of Saxony throughout his prolific career. Based in Wittenberg, he enjoyed the patronage of three successive electors and became renowned for his distinctive style, which blended Renaissance influences with traditional German art. Cranach's works encompassed religious paintings, portraits, allegorical compositions, and mythological scenes, contributing significantly to the artistic and cultural landscape of his time.
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