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Cardinal Albrecht of Brandenburg (1490–1545)

Nuremberg Master German

1526

Not on view

Accumulating an unparalleled number of ecclesiastical offices, Albrecht of Brandenburg became the most powerful prelate in the Holy Roman Empire. Here shown at age thirty-seven, he is surrounded by his personal device, "The Lord is my helper. Whom shall I fear?" Albrecht, who also commissioned Cranach’s Saint Maurice nearby, must have held this medal in high regard: it was included in the design of his tomb. The reverse depicts his coat of arms, a listing of his titles, and the date 1526.

Cardinal Albrecht of Brandenburg (1490–1545), Nuremberg Master (German, early 16th century), Silver, cast, German — This image cannot be enlarged, viewed at full screen, or downloaded.

Cardinal Albrecht of Brandenburg (1490–1545), Nuremberg Master (German, early 16th century), Silver, cast, German

Cardinal Albrecht of Brandenburg (1490–1545), Nuremberg Master (German, early 16th century), Silver, cast, German

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Title: Cardinal Albrecht of Brandenburg (1490–1545)

Maker: Nuremberg Master (German, early 16th century)

Date: 1526

Culture: German

Medium: Silver, cast

Dimensions: Diameter: 1 3/4 in. (4.4 cm)

Classification: Medals and Plaquettes

Credit Line: Dr. Stephen K. and Janie Woo Scher Collection

Chronology

Central Europe (including Germany), 1400-1600 A.D.

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