Hans Holbein

Hans Holbein: A Biography by Van Mander, Carel is a comprehensive account of the life and works of the famous German Renaissance artist, Hans Holbein. The book explores Holbein's early life and education in Augsburg, his move to Basel, Switzerland, and his eventual move to England, where he became the court painter to King Henry VIII.The author delves into Holbein's artistic style and technique, examining his use of perspective, color, and composition. Van Mander also explores the political and social climate of the time, providing insights into the patronage system that supported Holbein's work.In addition to his paintings, Holbein was also a prolific portraitist, and the book includes a detailed analysis of his famous portraits of King Henry VIII, his wives, and other members of the English court. The author also discusses Holbein's work as an illustrator, including his illustrations for the Bible and for Sir Thomas More's Utopia.Throughout the book, Van Mander provides a richly detailed portrait of Holbein as a man and an artist, exploring his personal relationships, his struggles with illness and financial difficulties, and his legacy as one of the greatest artists of the Renaissance. Hans Holbein: A Biography is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and work of this fascinating artist.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.