How was the works of German painters different from those of the Flemish painters?

German painters, such as Albrecht Dürer and Lucas Cranach, often emphasized emotional depth and individual expression, focusing on themes of religious and moral significance with a distinct attention to detail and line work. In contrast, Flemish painters like Jan van Eyck and Pieter Bruegel the Elder Excelled in the use of oil paints to create rich color palettes and intricate textures, emphasizing realism and meticulous attention to landscape and everyday life. While both traditions valued realism, the Flemish approach often celebrated materialism and the beauty of the natural world, whereas German art tended to explore deeper spiritual and philosophical themes.