CRANACH, Lucas the Elder - Portrait of Martin Luther (Artwork) Crewneck Sweatshirt
A Reformation Icon on Display
This crewneck sweatshirt showcases a meticulously reproduced detail from Lucas Cranach the Elder's iconic Portrait of Martin Luther. The design focuses on the visual power of Cranach's work, presenting a direct connection to the Reformation era through its most influential figure.
Design Elements and Symbolic Meaning
The artwork centers on Martin Luther himself, depicted with the characteristic precision of Cranach's Renaissance style. Luther's likeness is rendered with sharp contours and a focus on his facial features, emphasizing his intellectual presence and authority. The design often showcases Luther in simple clerical robes or a scholar’s gown, a visual cue of simplicity that mirrored the Protestant ideals of accessibility and moral integrity.
The expression on Luther's face, a hallmark of Cranach's portraits, is often stern but approachable. This duality reflects Luther's role as a reformer, conveying a sense of intellectual intensity balanced with a human quality that resonated with a wide audience. The presence of a book or manuscript within the design adds layers of meaning. It underscores Luther's role as a scholar and theologian, reinforcing the Reformation’s emphasis on learning and biblical study.
Visual Storytelling of the Reformation
The design, lifted directly from the source artwork, presents Luther not merely as an individual, but as a symbol. Cranach's portraiture became a powerful form of visual propaganda, spreading Luther's image and ideas across Europe. This sweatshirt design allows wearers to engage with a piece of visual history, representing the core values of the Reformation: intellect, moral authority, and the power of individual conscience. It serves as a wearable connection to a pivotal moment in European history.
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
