German Historical Museum
Satirical leaflets from the time of the Reformation
- Title: Papa doctor theologiae et magister fidei (The Pope — doctor of theology and master of the belief)
- Artist: Lucas Cranach d.Ä. (1472-1553)
- Origin: Germany
- Date: Middle of the 16th century
- Material/Technique: Wood engraving with handwritten text
- Size: 30 × 18 cm
- Title: Digna merces Pape satanissimi et cardinalium suorum (The just rewards for the most diabolical Pope and his cardinals)
- Artist: Lucas Cranach d.Ä. (1472-1553)
- Origin: Germany
- Date: Middle of the 16th century
- Material/Technique: Wood engraving with handwritten text
- Size: 30 × 18 cm
The Pope is shown as a donkey with tiara and bagpipes, hanging on the gallows with his cardinals. The devils take possession of their souls.
