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Derick Berck of Cologne, 1536 (oil on canvas, transferred from wood)
5667207 Derick Berck of Cologne, 1536 (oil on canvas, transferred from wood) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543); 53.3 x 42.5 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: The merchants of the Hanseatic League, a powerful German trading organization established their English headquarters in the London Steelyard. Holbein was commissioned to decorate their meeting hall and to produce individual portraits of the guild members. This sitter is identified by the letter which is addressed " To the honorable and pious Derick Berck, London, at the Steelyard [...]. The motto from Virgils Aeneid encourages perseverance); German, out of copyright
Media ID 22565860
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Blackwork Curtain Formal Guild Guilds Hansa Hanse Hanseatic Northern Steelyard Trader Trading Kontor
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This portrait print, titled "Derick Berck of Cologne, 1536" captures the essence of a distinguished German merchant during the Renaissance era. Painted by the renowned artist Holbein the Younger, this oil on canvas masterpiece was transferred from wood to preserve its intricate details. The subject of this portrait is Derick Berck, an esteemed member of the Hanseatic League - a powerful trading organization that established its English headquarters in London's Steelyard. Commissioned by the guild members, Holbein adorned their meeting hall with his artistic brilliance and created individual portraits like this one. Derick Berck exudes confidence and elegance as he sits formally in traditional attire. His fur hat adds a touch of regality while his well-groomed moustache and beard reflect his sophistication. The letter addressed to him further emphasizes his honorable and pious nature. Intriguingly, inscribed within the painting is a motto from Virgil's Aeneid that encourages perseverance - perhaps serving as a reminder for merchants navigating through challenging trade routes and negotiations. Displayed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, USA, this remarkable artwork not only showcases Holbein's mastery but also provides us with insight into European trade dynamics during that time period. It serves as both a historical document and an exquisite piece of artistry capturing Derick Berck's legacy as an influential figure within the Hanseatic League.
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