Hans Collection (#7)

Lower portion of a scabbard, 1625-77. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Lower portion of a scabbard, 1625-77

Dagger and scabbard, 1645. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Dagger and scabbard, 1645

Daggars and scabbards, 1625-77. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Daggars and scabbards, 1625-77

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

Ornate goblet, 1642. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Ornate goblet, 1642

Two handled cup, 1646. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Two handled cup, 1646

A wide cup with ball feet, 1646. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
A wide cup with ball feet, 1646

A wide cup with ornamental stem, 1646. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
A wide cup with ornamental stem, 1646

Jug decorated with arabesques, 1645. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Jug decorated with arabesques, 1645

Jug with arabesques on the base, 1625-77. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Jug with arabesques on the base, 1625-77

Jug with lid, engraved with arabesque pattern, the narrow spout to right ending in snakes head, handle to left. 1625-77

Jug with wide spout, 1645. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Jug with wide spout, 1645

Hans von Zürch Goltshmidt, 1647. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Hans von Zurch Goltshmidt, 1647

Bearded Man, 1647. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Bearded Man, 1647

Unknown Woman, 1647. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Unknown Woman, 1647

The Lady Guldeforde (Mary, Lady Guildford), 1647. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
The Lady Guldeforde (Mary, Lady Guildford), 1647

Descent from the cross, after Holbein, 1640. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Descent from the cross, after Holbein, 1640

Resurrection, 1625-77. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Resurrection, 1625-77

Descent into Hell, 1625-77. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Descent into Hell, 1625-77

Entombment, 1625-77. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Entombment, 1625-77

Carrying the cross, 1625-77. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Carrying the cross, 1625-77

The washing of hands, 1625-77. Creators: Wenceslaus Hollar, Unknown
The washing of hands, 1625-77

Ecce Homo, 1625-77. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Ecce Homo, 1625-77

Jesus on the Mount of Olives, 1625-77. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Jesus on the Mount of Olives, 1625-77

Jesus confronting his detractors, 1625-77. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Jesus confronting his detractors, 1625-77

Jesus before Pilate, 1625-77. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Jesus before Pilate, 1625-77

Jesus taken, 1625-77. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Jesus taken, 1625-77

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

Jesus before Annas, 1625-77. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Jesus before Annas, 1625-77

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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.