The Crucifixion

1538 · Painting

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Yes — on view

Art Institute of Chicago

Chicago, United States

Room207

Confirmed on public display.

Verified: 9 d ago· verified
In this state since: Aug 19, 2026
Source: Official museum collection data

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About

“The Crucifixion” is a painting by Lucas Cranach the Elder (German), dated 1538. The catalog places it within 16th Century, with crucifixions, children, and virgin mary among its subjects. As of the latest verification it is on public display at Art Institute of Chicago (Gallery 207) in Chicago. ART MAP tracks this work's display status over time, with every claim carrying its source and verification date.

Details

Artist: Lucas Cranach the Elder
Date: 1538
Medium: Painting
Accession number: 1947.62

In the catalog

16th Century Crucifixions Children Virgin Mary Biblical Christian subjects Christianity Clouds Figures Horses Men Soldiers Women Century of Progress World's fairs Chicago World's Fairs Germany

Market

$56k – $560k

Indicative

Derived from public auction anchors for the artist, adjusted for medium and significance. An orientation, not an appraisal — and the work itself is in a public collection, not for sale.

Auction history

No public auction records tracked for this work. Sales at Christie’s, Sotheby’s and Phillips will appear here as the index grows.