CRANACH, Lucas the Elder - Lucretia2 (Artwork) Crewneck Sweatshirt: Design Overview
This crewneck sweatshirt showcases a design derived from Lucas Cranach the Elder's iconic painting of Lucretia, a pivotal figure from Roman legend. The artwork captures the poignant moment of Lucretia's suicide, a scene charged with symbolism and emotional weight.
Visual Representation
The design prominently features the nude or near-nude figure of Lucretia, typically presented against a stark, neutral background. This stark contrast isolates her, drawing the viewer's focus entirely onto her form and the tragic act she is about to perform. The composition highlights her elongated figure, characteristic of Cranach's style.
Symbolism and Meaning
The artwork represents Lucretia as a personification of virtue, honor, and sacrifice. The dagger she holds is not just a tool of self-destruction, but a symbol of her unwavering commitment to her own moral code. Cranach's Lucretia often embodies the tension between morality and beauty, and this design captures that duality, presenting a figure both vulnerable and resolute.
The design, echoing Cranach's artistic practice, engages with classical themes through a Northern Renaissance lens. It reinterprets the historical narrative as a visual metaphor for the enduring struggle between the body and the soul, making this design a testament to both art and the human condition.
Unisex Heavy-Blend Crewneck Sweatshirt
A clean, dependable crewneck engineered for everyday wear. The cotton/poly blend keeps prints bright and the fit approachable — neither too boxy nor too snug. It's the sort of sweatshirt you reach for when comfort matters.
Product Highlights
Built from a balanced cotton and polyester mix, this crewneck gives you the soft hand of cotton with the color-keeping and shape retention polyester offers. That fabric combo helps printed artwork look crisp and vibrant, wash after wash.
Practical construction details — a ribbed knit collar that holds its shape and the absence of side seams — remove common annoyances so the sweatshirt feels smooth and lasting during everyday use.
- Cotton/poly blend for softness, durability, and color retention
- Ribbed knit collar to prevent stretching and keep a neat neckline
- No side seams for a cleaner feel against the skin
- Midweight construction — warm without bulk
- Made to hold print detail and color after repeated washing
Fit & Style Notes
The cut is unisex and intended to be versatile — choose your normal size for a classic fit or size up if you prefer a relaxed, contemporary silhouette. The length and sleeve proportions are tuned for easy layering.
Style it with high-waist jeans for a clean look, throw on a lightweight coat for chilly commutes, or match with joggers for a comfortable set. Works well with bold prints or minimalist branding.
Size Guide
For best results, measure a crewneck you already own laid flat and compare the chest width and length to the chart below.
| Size | Width (in) | Length (in) | Sleeve (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | 20.00 | 27.00 | 33.50 |
| M | 22.01 | 28.00 | 34.50 |
| L | 24.00 | 29.00 | 35.50 |
| XL | 26.00 | 30.00 | 36.50 |
| 2XL | 28.00 | 31.00 | 37.50 |
| 3XL | 30.00 | 32.00 | 38.50 |
| 4XL | 32.00 | 33.00 | 39.50 |
| 5XL | 34.00 | 34.00 | 40.50 |
Tip: For a trendier, roomy fit, size up one. For layering under a jacket, stick to your usual size.
Care Instructions
- Machine wash cold (max 30°C / 90°F)
- Use non-chlorine bleach only when necessary
- Do not dry clean
- Tumble dry on low heat
- Do not iron
