CRANACH, Lucas the Elder - Portrait of a Woman 2 (Artwork) Crewneck Sweatshirt: Design Description
This crewneck sweatshirt showcases the timeless elegance of Lucas Cranach the Elder's "Portrait of a Woman 2." The design faithfully reproduces Cranach's masterful depiction of a woman from the early to mid-16th century, a portrait reflecting the ideals of beauty and status prevalent in Renaissance Germany.
A Study in Refinement
The artwork centers on a woman, presented in the artist’s characteristic half-length or three-quarter view. The composition highlights her refined features and elaborate attire. Her delicately painted skin tone is light and smooth, accentuating her status and conveying a sense of grace. The design emphasizes the figure’s long neck and high forehead, both elements common in Cranach’s portraits and indicative of the era’s beauty standards.
Rich Details and Subtle Symbolism
The design meticulously replicates the woman's richly detailed clothing. The depiction showcases her elaborate garments, potentially adorned with fine embroidery, jewels, or an elegant headdress. This meticulous attention to detail underscores the sitter's social standing and provides insight into the fashion of the time. The backdrop is reproduced as plain or dark, ensuring the viewer's attention remains on the figure. Any visible hand placement and accessories are precisely represented, potentially including subtle symbolic elements like jewelry, adding a layer of possible moral or social meaning to the design.
Timeless Beauty, Enduring Legacy
The design serves as a captivating glimpse into the artistic vision of Cranach. This portrait is more than just a representation of a woman. It embodies the values of virtue, grace, and refinement that the artist sought to capture. By wearing this design, one carries a piece of Renaissance history and art, celebrating the enduring legacy of one of Germany's most influential painters and the timeless portrayal of femininity.
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
