Explore Hans Holbein’s revolutionary portraiture and the era that shaped British art.
This concise study surveys the life and work of Hans Holbein the Younger, drawing on a renowned German source and scholarly notes from early editions. It traces his rise in Augsburg and Basel, his influence on English art, and the major portraits and projects that defined his career.
Readers will gain context for Holbein’s technique—from bold line and clear flesh tones to bold composition—along with a timeline of key works and the cultural shifts of the Reformation era that shaped his career.
- Clear overview of Holbein’s major periods, patrons, and iconic portraits
- Connections between Renaissance ideas and English art in the 16th century
- Discussion of notable commissions, such as town hall decorations and royal portraits
- Context for Holbein’s influence on later British art
Ideal for readers interested in art history, Renaissance painting, and the life and works of Hans Holbein.