Hans Holbein Collection (#6)

The Count from the Dance of Death, 1651. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
The Count from the Dance of Death, 1651

The Emperor, from the Dance of Death, 1651. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
The Emperor, from the Dance of Death, 1651

The Abbess, from the Dance of Death, 1651. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
The Abbess, from the Dance of Death, 1651

The Monk, from the Dance of Death, 1651. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
The Monk, from the Dance of Death, 1651

Abbot, from the Dance of Death, 1651. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Abbot, from the Dance of Death, 1651

Adam Ploughing from the Dance of Death, 1651. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Adam Ploughing from the Dance of Death, 1651

Paradise Lost, from the Dance of Death, 1651. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Paradise Lost, from the Dance of Death, 1651

Deaths coat of arms, from the Dance of Death, 1651. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Deaths coat of arms, from the Dance of Death, 1651

Old man, from the Dance of Death, 1651. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Old man, from the Dance of Death, 1651

Waggoner, from the Dance of Death, 1651. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Waggoner, from the Dance of Death, 1651

Doctor, from the Dance of Death, 1651. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Doctor, from the Dance of Death, 1651

Bride, from the Dance of Death, 1651. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Bride, from the Dance of Death, 1651

Bridal pair, from the Dance of Death, 1651. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Bridal pair, from the Dance of Death, 1651

Queen, from the Dance of Death, 1651. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Queen, from the Dance of Death, 1651

Duke, from the Dance of Death, 1651. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Duke, from the Dance of Death, 1651

Empress, from the Dance of Death, 1651. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Empress, from the Dance of Death, 1651

Preacher, from the Dance of Death, 1651. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Preacher, from the Dance of Death, 1651

Bishop, from the Dance of Death, 1651. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Bishop, from the Dance of Death, 1651

Cardinal, from the Dance of Death, 1651. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Cardinal, from the Dance of Death, 1651

Old woman, from the Dance of Death, 1651. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Old woman, from the Dance of Death, 1651

The New Holbein, at the National Gallery, 1845. Creator: Unknown
The New Holbein, at the National Gallery, 1845. A Man with a Skull. Portrait of a man in 16th century dress:the money paid, and the Picture the property of the nation

The Royal Chapel, St. James s, 1844. Creator: Unknown
The Royal Chapel, St. James s, 1844. Interior of the chapel of St Jamess Palace in London: The ceiling is very superb, and is one of the earliest specimens of the new style

Saint Thomas, 1527. Creator: Hans Holbein the Younger
Saint Thomas, 1527

Princeps Maria Henrici VIII Regis Angliae Filia, 1647. 1647
Princeps Maria Henrici VIII Regis Angliae Filia, 1647

Henricus VIII Angliae Rex etc. 1647. 1647. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Henricus VIII Angliae Rex etc. 1647

Ornate goblet on feet of masks, 1645. 1645. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Ornate goblet on feet of masks, 1645

Erasmus of Rotterdam, ca. 1532. Creator: Hans Holbein the Younger
Erasmus of Rotterdam, ca. 1532

Benedikt von Hertenstein (born about 1495, died 1522), 1517. Creator: Hans Holbein the Younger
Benedikt von Hertenstein (born about 1495, died 1522), 1517

Lady Lee (Margaret Wyatt, born about 1509), early 1540s

Lady Rich (Elizabeth Jenks, died 1558), ca. 1540. Creator: Workshop of Hans Holbein the Younger
Lady Rich (Elizabeth Jenks, died 1558), ca. 1540

Edward VI (1537-1553), When Duke of Cornwall, ca. 1545; reworked 1547 or later. Creator
Edward VI (1537-1553), When Duke of Cornwall, ca. 1545; reworked 1547 or later

Derick Berck of Cologne, 1536. Creator: Hans Holbein the Younger
Derick Berck of Cologne, 1536

German Renaissance typographic ornaments, (1898). Creator: Unknown
German Renaissance typographic ornaments, (1898). Fig 1: Title-frame (1519) probably by Hieronymus Hopfer. Fig 2: Initial by A. Durer. Fig 3: Frieze (1539) by A. Aldengrever [Heinrich Aldegrever?]

Terminus, the Device of Erasmus, c. 1532. Creator: Hans Holbein (German, 1497 / 98-1543)
Terminus, the Device of Erasmus, c. 1532. In the spirit of the Italian Renaissance, Erasmus of Rotterdam (c. 1466-1536), the celebrated Dutch humanist and scholar

The Merchant. Creator: Hans Holbein (German, 1497 / 98-1543)
The Merchant

Portrait of Sir Thomas More, 17th century. Creator: Hans Holbein (German, 1497 / 98-1543)
Portrait of Sir Thomas More, 17th century

Head of an Old Woman, c. 1500. Creator: Hans Holbein (German, c. 1465-1524)
Head of an Old Woman, c. 1500

The Dance of Death: The Mendicant Friar; The Nun. Creator: Hans Holbein (German, 1497 / 98-1543)
The Dance of Death: The Mendicant Friar; The Nun

The Dance of Death: The Canon or Prebendary; The Judge. Creator: Hans Holbein (German
The Dance of Death: The Canon or Prebendary; The Judge

The Dance of Death: The Astrologer; The Rich Man. Creator: Hans Holbein (German, 1497 / 98-1543)
The Dance of Death: The Astrologer; The Rich Man

The Dance of Death: The Preacher; The Priest. Creator: Hans Holbein (German, 1497 / 98-1543)
The Dance of Death: The Preacher; The Priest

The Dance of Death: The Count or Earl. Creator: Hans Holbein (German, 1497 / 98-1543)
The Dance of Death: The Count or Earl

The Dance of Death: Expulsion from Paradise; Adam Cultivating the Ground. Creator
The Dance of Death: Expulsion from Paradise; Adam Cultivating the Ground

The Dance of Death: Adam Tilling the Earth. Creator: Hans Holbein (German, 1497 / 98-1543)
The Dance of Death: Adam Tilling the Earth

Erasmus of Rotterdam. Creator: Hans Holbein (German, 1497 / 98-1543)
Erasmus of Rotterdam

Dance of Death: The Sailor, c. 1526. Creator: Hans Holbein (German, 1497 / 98-1543)
Dance of Death: The Sailor, c. 1526. Dance of Death is the most celebrated series of woodcuts designed by Holbein. The forty-one blocks were cut by Hans Lutzelburger in the years immediately before

Dance of Death: The Trumpeters of Death. Creator: Hans Holbein (German, 1497 / 98-1543)
Dance of Death: The Trumpeters of Death

Dance of Death: The Ploughman. Creator: Hans Holbein (German, 1497 / 98-1543)
Dance of Death: The Ploughman

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Hans Holbein the Younger, a renowned German artist of the 16th century, captured the essence of his subjects with remarkable skill and precision. His portraits have become iconic representations of historical figures such as Anne of Cleves, Jane Seymour, Thomas Cromwell, Sir John Gage, Cardinal Fisher, Mary Lady Heveningham, Jane Lady Lister, Mary Lady Monteagle. In his portrait of Anne of Cleves from 1539, Holbein depicts her beauty and regal presence. The attention to detail in her attire and delicate features showcases his mastery as an artist. Similarly, in his Portrait of Jane Seymour from 1536 (1936), he captures her grace and elegance with every brushstroke. Holbein's talent extended beyond portraiture; he also painted scenes that depicted everyday life like "The Merchant Georg Gisze" from 1532. This painting reveals Holbein's ability to capture intricate details within a composition while still conveying a sense of realism. One cannot overlook Hans Holbein's portrayal of influential individuals like Sir Thomas More in 1527 (1902). Through this work, we witness More's intelligence and wisdom shining through his eyes. Furthermore, Holbein explored themes beyond human subjects; one example is seen in "Old woman spinning" from 1547 where he portrays an enigmatic figure that could be interpreted as either a witch or fairy. This piece demonstrates Holbein's versatility as an artist who can evoke mystery through symbolism. Overall, Hans Holbein the Younger left behind a rich legacy through his artistry. His ability to capture not only physical likeness but also the essence and personality of each subject is what makes him truly exceptional.