Hans Collection (#5)

The Snow Queen
Visual interpretation of a scene from a Hans Andersons fairy tale. Artist: Sydney Carter Date: circa 1905

Sir Hans Sloane, 1st Baronet (1660-1753), a British physician, naturalist and collector noted for bequeathing his collection of 71, 000 items to the British nation

German womens fashion from the late 15th century
German womens fashion and ornament from the late 15th century. Woman from the title page to the woodcut album Reise von Palastina A

Sir Johann VI Hans von Kronberg and his wife Katharina
Sir Johann VI Hans von Kronberg (died 1488) and his wife Katharina von Reifenberg. From the grave effigy in St. Johann Church, Kronberg im Taunus, Hessen Germany

Costumes of young German noblemen, late 15th century. Both are cleanshaven with long hair, and mi-parti clothes. One in long gold-embroidered doublet, the other in short cape

Italian mens fashions from the late 15th century. Nobleman in fur-lined tunic over hose and boots, left, from Saint Barbara by Matteo di Giovanni in the Basilica of San Domenico, Siena

Sir Anthony Van Dyck, Flemish Baroque artist, 1599-1641. Lithograph after a drawing by HVH from Portraits of the most celebrated painters of all the schools, Ackermann, London, 1827

Hans Holbein the younger, German Renaissance artist 1497-1543. From a self portrait. Lithograph after a drawing by HVH from Portraits of the most celebrated painters of all the schools, Ackermann

Grave, Flieg. Hauptmann Hans Roser, Sanctuary Wood CWGC
Grave, Flieg.Hauptmann Hans Roser, Sanctuary Wood CWGC Date: 2016

Poster, Mercedes-Benz. Date: 1954

Poster, Mercedes-Benz Triple Victory! Date: 1950s

Portrait of a Lady Wearing a White Dress Reclining on a Sofa, (oil on panel)
659005 Portrait of a Lady Wearing a White Dress Reclining on a Sofa, (oil on panel) by Makart, Hans (1840-84); 119.3x77 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Hans Richter (1843-1916). Born in Raab, Hungary. Musical director and conductor of world renown. Date: circa 1912

Sir Henry Guildford, English courtier, by Holbein
Portrait of Sir Henry Guildford (1489-1532), English courtier, by Hans Holbein the Younger. He was Master of the Horse and Comptroller of the Royal Household. 16th century

Medieval knights in a pitched battle. Lines of cavalry charging on an open field. From Hans Burgkmairs Triomphe de l Empereur Maximilian I, 1526

Knights performing the Torch Dance (Fackeltanz). They wear plumed helmets, face masks and short jackets with ribbons from the shoulder. From Hans Burgkmairs Triomphe de l Empereur Maximilian I, 1526

Two Skeletons of Death lead an Old Woman to her fate as she prays on her rosary. One has a wreath on its skull and beats her, and the other plays a dulcimer

Skeleton of Death leading an Old Man to his grave
Skeleton of Death playing a psaltery as he leads an Old Man to his grave. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Wenceslaus Hollar from The Dance of Death by Hans Holbein, Coxhead, London, 1816

The Skeleton of Death and the Devil fight over a Gambler
The Skeleton of Death and the Devil fighting over a losing Gamester in a gambling house. Two other gamblers sit at a table with cards and coins

Two skeletons of Death interrupt a Waggoner on the road, killing his horse, smashing his waggon and opening his wine barrels

Skeleton of Death stealing gold from a Miser
Skeleton of Death stealing gold coins and treasure from a Miser in his vault with barred windows. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Wenceslaus Hollar from The Dance of Death by Hans Holbein

Two skeletons of Death interrupt an itinerant Hawker with his heavy load as he points to his destination. One skeleton plays on a trompette marine, or marine trumpet

Skeleton of Death pulling the hair of a Merchant as he counts his money and examines his goods on the dock. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Wenceslaus Hollar from The Dance of Death by Hans

Skeleton of Death adorning a Countess with a necklace of bones even as she is preoccupied with a new gown from her maid. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Wenceslaus Hollar from The Dance of

Skeleton of Death beating a drum for a newly married couple. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Wenceslaus Hollar from The Dance of Death by Hans Holbein, Coxhead, London, 1816

Skeleton of Death showing the hourglass to an Advocate, even as he is being paid off by a Judge in front of a wretched client

Skeleton of Death taunting a Physician to save a sick old man. A phial of urine in the the skeletons bony hand. Physician, heal thyself

Skeleton of Death holding a bone above a Preacher
Skeleton of Death holding a bone above the head of a Preacher as he preaches to his congregation in church. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Wenceslaus Hollar from The Dance of Death by Hans

Skeleton of Death extinguishing candles before a Canoness
Skeleton of Death extinguishing candles on an altar before a Canoness as she listens to a young troubadour playing a lute

Skeleton of Death catching the Friar Provisor
Skeleton of Death catching the cloak collar of the Friar Provisor as he enters a convent with money-box and wallet. The convent wall is crumbling and smoke billows from inside

Skeleton of Death dragging away an Abbess
Skeleton of Death in wreath dragging away an Abbess with veil, rosary and crozier from her convent as a distraught nun watches

Skeleton of Death dragging away an Abbot by his robes
Skeleton of Death with mitre and crozier pulling an Abbot by his robes. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Wenceslaus Hollar from The Dance of Death by Hans Holbein, Coxhead, London, 1816

Skeleton of Death killing a Count with his own escutcheon. On the ground is his helmet and a flail, symbol of his oppressed vassals

Skeleton of Death takes the arm of a Bishop with mitre and crozier, as distraught shepherds leave their sheep in the meadow

Skeleton of Death comes for the Elector as he exits his palace with his courtiers and ignores a widow and orphan. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Wenceslaus Hollar from The Dance of Death by

Skeleton of Death grabbing the hat of a Cardinal as he receives a Papal bull from a messenger in a vineyard. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Wenceslaus Hollar from The Dance of Death by Hans

Skeleton of Death with the Queen
Skeleton of Death in hooded robe walks with the Queen in a parade with ladies in waiting in front of a grand palace. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Wenceslaus Hollar from The Dance of Death by

Skeleton of Death with an Emperor on his throne
Skeleton of Death resting his arm on the Emperor on his throne as he sits in judgment on a case. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Wenceslaus Hollar from The Dance of Death by Hans Holbein

Death attending the Pope as he crowns an Emperor attended by cardinals and bishops. Another skeleton in cardinals robes at right

Adam and the skeleton of Death uprooting a tree
Condemnation to Labour: Adam and the skeleton of Death uprooting a tree, while Eve suckles a baby and holds a distaff. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Wenceslaus Hollar from The Dance of Death

Adam and Eve driven out of the Garden of Eden by an angel and accompanied by a skeleton playing a fiddle. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Wenceslaus Hollar from The Dance of Death by Hans

Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden
Adam plucking an apple and Eve tasting the forbidden fruit in the Garden of Eden, encouraged by a serpent with a human head

Frontispiece with skull, hourglass and sacred heart
Frontispiece of noble man and woman in 16th century Swiss costume standing beside an allegorical escutcheon with skull, helmet, Times hourglass, skeleton and sacred heart. Mortalium Nobilitas

Portrait of Wenceslaus Hollar the engraver, aged 40 in 1647, with escutcheon. Copperplate engraving by Francis Barlow from The Dance of Death by Hans Holbein, Coxhead, London, 1816

Self-portrait of Hans Holbein the painter. Copperplate engraving by Wenceslaus Hollar from The Dance of Death by Hans Holbein, Coxhead, London, 1816

Broadside on the withdrawal of the wild men of the woods from a world that has changed for the worse
472229 Broadside on the withdrawal of the wild men of the woods from a world that has changed for the worse, woodcut made by Hans Guldenmundt, 1545 (woodcut) by Schaufelein

Hans Sachs
Woodcut of Hans Sachs (1494-1576), German Meistersinger, poet, playwright and shoemaker

Oberon
Illustration of Oberon in A Midsummer Nights Dream. Artist: Hans Fischer

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"Hans: A Master of Art and Imagination" Hans, a name that echoes through the annals of art history. From the intricate brushstrokes of Memling's "Passion of the Christ" to Holbein, the Younger's captivating portraits, it has left an indelible mark on the world. In his hands, King Henry VIII comes to life in vivid detail. Whether it be the regal gaze captured in "Portrait of King Henry VIII of England, 1540, " or the introspective portrayal seen in "Portrait of King Henry VIII of England, 1537-1541, " Hans reveals both power and vulnerability within this iconic monarch. But Hans' talent extends beyond royal subjects. In Bohrdt's propaganda piece titled "The Last Man, " we witness his ability to evoke emotion and provoke thought with every stroke. Similarly, Edmund Dulac brings enchantment to life with his illustration for Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale - a shining potion held delicately by a mysterious figure. Holbein, known for his attention to detail and realism, showcases his mastery once again in woodcuts like "Death and the Soldier" from The Dance of Death series. These haunting images remind us all that mortality is an ever-present companion. Yet amidst these somber depictions lies beauty too - as exemplified by Jeannie Harbour's drawing capturing Andersen's beloved character from "The Little Mermaid. " It transports us into a world where dreams merge seamlessly with reality. Hans' versatility shines through not only in portraiture but also landscapes like Donegal's farmlands - a testament to his ability to capture nature’s essence on canvas. And let us not forget Rutherford and Geiger immortalized forever in their laboratory by unknown hands; their groundbreaking scientific discoveries preserved for generations. Jane Seymour gazes back at us from Holbein’s portrait.