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Hans Holbein / Age 45
HANS HOLBEIN (the Younger) Portrait painter to English Royalty and others, at the age of 45 Date: 1497? - 1543
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1497 1543 Buttons Frilly Hans Holbein Painter Skullcap Younger
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Hans Holbein the Younger: A Master of Renaissance Portraiture at the Age of 45 This striking portrait captures Hans Holbein the Younger (1497-1543) at the height of his artistic career, around the age of 45. Holbein, a German painter, is renowned for his innovative and meticulously detailed portraits, which earned him the title of "Portrait Painter to the English Court" and the patronage of King Henry VIII and his court. Holbein's influence on the art world during the Renaissance period was significant. He is credited with introducing the northern European style of painting to England, which was characterized by its naturalism and attention to detail. In this portrait, Holbein's skill is evident in the intricately rendered folds of his frilly collar, the buttons on his doublet, and the delicate texture of his beard and skullcap. The portrait also reveals Holbein's ability to capture the subject's personality and individuality. His intense gaze and expressive features convey a sense of intelligence, confidence, and creativity. Holbein's innovative use of chiaroscuro, or the contrast between light and dark, adds depth and dimension to the portrait, making it a true masterpiece of the Renaissance era. Despite his success, Holbein's life was not without hardship. He spent much of his career traveling between Germany and England, and his later years were marked by financial difficulties. Nevertheless, Holbein's contributions to the world of art continue to be celebrated, and his portraits remain a testament to his artistic genius and the enduring power of the Renaissance period.
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