Albrecht of Brandenburg as St. Jerome in His Study by Lucas Cranach the Elder is a masterful portrait that combines religious and personal elements. The painting depicts Albrecht of Brandenburg, a prominent church figure, dressed as St. Jerome, the patron saint of scholars. Cranach’s attention to detail and use of rich colors and textures bring both the historical and symbolic aspects of the subject to life.

This work highlights Cranach’s skill in blending portraiture with religious symbolism, reflecting the artist’s ability to capture the essence of his subjects through historical and personal lenses.