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Holbein Collection (#5)

"Holbein: Capturing the Essence of Tudor England" Step into the world of Hans Holbein, a masterful artist who immortalized the iconic figures of Tudor England

Background imageHolbein Collection: Print of Designs for a Pommel, Quillons, and Locket, 1645. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar

Print of Designs for a Pommel, Quillons, and Locket, 1645. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Print of Designs for a Pommel, Quillons, and Locket, 1645

Background imageHolbein Collection: Binding of the collection 'Aristotelis et Theophrasti historias'

Binding of the collection "Aristotelis et Theophrasti historias"
JLJ4670371 Binding of the collection " Aristotelis et Theophrasti historias" drawn by Hans Holbein le Jeune (1497-1543) 1534 Paris, decorative arts by Holbein the Younger

Background imageHolbein Collection: The Adoration of Shepherds, Oberried Altarpiece, 1521-1522 (tempera on wood)

The Adoration of Shepherds, Oberried Altarpiece, 1521-1522 (tempera on wood)
LRI4621150 The Adoration of Shepherds, Oberried Altarpiece, 1521-1522 (tempera on wood) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543); Freiburg im Breisgau

Background imageHolbein Collection: The simulacons of the death of Hans Holbein the Younger (1497-1543): the blind

The simulacons of the death of Hans Holbein the Younger (1497-1543): the blind
XEE4168204 The simulacons of the death of Hans Holbein the Younger (1497-1543): the blind. Death grabs the stick of the blind and acts as a guide. Engraving

Background imageHolbein Collection: Valet, England, 16th century, attributed to Holbein

Valet, England, 16th century, attributed to Holbein
5855340 Valet, England, 16th century, attributed to Holbein. by Lechevallier-Chevignard, Edmond (1825-1902); (add.info.: Valet, England, 16th century, attributed to Holbein)

Background imageHolbein Collection: Decoration of a house facade by Hans Holbein Le Jeune (1497-1543) (Ec. All. ) Dim

Decoration of a house facade by Hans Holbein Le Jeune (1497-1543) (Ec. All. ) Dim
JLJ4613743 Decoration of a house facade by Hans Holbein Le Jeune (1497-1543) (Ec. All.) Dim. 0, 58 x 0, 27 m Paris. Louvre Museum by German School, (16th century); Louvre, Paris

Background imageHolbein Collection: Holbein Carpet, 15th-16th century (wool)

Holbein Carpet, 15th-16th century (wool)
5864440 Holbein Carpet, 15th-16th century (wool) by Turkish School; 109x80 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info)

Background imageHolbein Collection: Master Crewe as Henry VIII (engraving)

Master Crewe as Henry VIII (engraving)
1038259 Master Crewe as Henry VIII (engraving) by Reynolds, Joshua (1723-92) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Master Crewe as Henry VIII)

Background imageHolbein Collection: Young woman with a cap with feather (engraving)

Young woman with a cap with feather (engraving)
812884 Young woman with a cap with feather (engraving) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Young woman with a cap with feather)

Background imageHolbein Collection: German womens fashion from the late 15th century

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

Background imageHolbein Collection: Sir Anthony Van Dyck, Flemish Baroque artist

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

Background imageHolbein Collection: Hans Holbein the younger

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

Background imageHolbein Collection: Relics associated with King Henry VIII

Relics associated with King Henry VIII. Miniature of Anne of Cleves by Holbein, lid of ivory box containing Cleves miniature, lid of ivory box containing Henry VIII Holbein miniature

Background imageHolbein Collection: The Adoration of the Magi, the Oberried Altarpiece, 1521-1522 (tempera on wood)

The Adoration of the Magi, the Oberried Altarpiece, 1521-1522 (tempera on wood)
LRI4621157 The Adoration of the Magi, the Oberried Altarpiece, 1521-1522 (tempera on wood) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543); Freiburg im Breisgau

Background imageHolbein Collection: Portrait of Thomas More (1478 - 1535). Painting by Pierre Paul (Pierre-Paul

Portrait of Thomas More (1478 - 1535). Painting by Pierre Paul (Pierre-Paul
GIA4759589 Portrait of Thomas More (1478 - 1535). Painting by Pierre Paul (Pierre-Paul) Rubens (or Peter Paul or Petrus Paulus) (1577-1640)

Background imageHolbein Collection: Queen Anne Boleyn, portrait after Holbein (engraving)

Queen Anne Boleyn, portrait after Holbein (engraving)
5232776 Queen Anne Boleyn, portrait after Holbein (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Queen Anne Boleyn, portrait after Holbein)

Background imageHolbein Collection: School Masters Signboard, 1516 (mixed technique on spruce wood)

School Masters Signboard, 1516 (mixed technique on spruce wood)
3956453 School Masters Signboard, 1516 (mixed technique on spruce wood) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543); 55.3 x 65.5 cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel

Background imageHolbein Collection: Sir Henry Guildford, English courtier, by Holbein

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

Background imageHolbein Collection: Two Skeletons of Death lead an Old Woman to her fate

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

Background imageHolbein Collection: Skeleton of Death leading an Old Man to his grave

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

Background imageHolbein Collection: The Skeleton of Death and the Devil fight over a Gambler

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

Background imageHolbein Collection: Two skeletons of Death interrupt a Waggoner on the road

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

Background imageHolbein Collection: Skeleton of Death stealing gold from a Miser

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

Background imageHolbein Collection: Two skeletons of Death interrupt an itinerant Hawker

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

Background imageHolbein Collection: Skeleton of Death pulling the hair of a Merchant

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

Background imageHolbein Collection: Skeleton of Death adorning a Countess with

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

Background imageHolbein Collection: Skeleton of Death beating a drum for a newly married couple

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

Background imageHolbein Collection: Skeleton of Death showing the hourglass to an Advocate

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

Background imageHolbein Collection: Skeleton of Death taunting a Physician to

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

Background imageHolbein Collection: Skeleton of Death holding a bone above a Preacher

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

Background imageHolbein Collection: Skeleton of Death extinguishing candles before a Canoness

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

Background imageHolbein Collection: Skeleton of Death catching the Friar Provisor

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

Background imageHolbein Collection: Skeleton of Death dragging away an Abbess

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

Background imageHolbein Collection: Skeleton of Death dragging away an Abbot by his robes

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

Background imageHolbein Collection: Skeleton of Death killing a Count with his own escutcheon

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

Background imageHolbein Collection: Skeleton of Death takes the arm of a Bishop

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

Background imageHolbein Collection: Skeleton of Death comes for the Elector

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

Background imageHolbein Collection: Skeleton of Death grabbing the hat of a Cardinal

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

Background imageHolbein Collection: Skeleton of Death with the Queen

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

Background imageHolbein Collection: Skeleton of Death with an Emperor on his throne

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

Background imageHolbein Collection: Death attending the Pope as he crowns an Emperor

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

Background imageHolbein Collection: Adam and the skeleton of Death uprooting a tree

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

Background imageHolbein Collection: Adam and Eve driven out of the Garden of Eden

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

Background imageHolbein Collection: Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden

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

Background imageHolbein Collection: Frontispiece with skull, hourglass and sacred heart

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

Background imageHolbein Collection: Portrait of Wenceslaus Hollar the engraver

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

Background imageHolbein Collection: Self-portrait of Hans Holbein the painter

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




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"Holbein: Capturing the Essence of Tudor England" Step into the world of Hans Holbein, a masterful artist who immortalized the iconic figures of Tudor England. With his brushstrokes and woodcuts, he brought to life the captivating portraits that still mesmerize us today. One such masterpiece is the "Portrait of King Henry VIII of England, 1540. " In this striking depiction, Holbein captures both the regal power and complex personality of one of history's most infamous monarchs. The meticulous attention to detail reveals every line on Henry's face, hinting at his tumultuous reign. Another notable work is "Thomas Cromwell Earl of Essex, " a portrait showcasing Holbein's ability to convey not only physical likeness but also inner character. Through skillful use of light and shadow, he brings out Cromwell's shrewdness and intelligence - traits that propelled him to great influence in King Henry VIII's court, not limited to capturing royalty alone; he also painted Anne Boleyn with an exquisite touch. In her portrait by Holbein, we see Anne as a woman full of grace and allure. Her enigmatic smile hints at her intriguing role in shaping English history. But it wasn't just portraits that defined Holbein's artistry; his woodcut series titled "Dance of Death" showcased his versatility as an artist. One particular woodcut called "Death and the Soldier" stands out for its haunting portrayal - reminding us all that death spares no one, regardless of rank or status. The grandeur continues with "The Ambassadors, " a painting where precision meets symbolism. Through meticulously rendered details like scientific instruments and globes, Holbein invites viewers into a world where intellect intertwines with power. Beyond his artistic achievements lies Whitehall itself - home to both political intrigue and architectural marvels.