Artists  > Hans Holbein the Younger

Hans Holbein the Younger

A German painter, printmaker, and designer active in Switzerland and England, Holbein was sought after for his meticulously detailed portraits.

Dates
1497–1543
Born In
Europe > Central Europe > Germany
Active In
Europe > Central Europe > Switzerland, Western Europe > England
Period Culture Style
Renaissance > Northern Renaissance
Known For
Painting > Portrait painting
Print
Drawing
Works of Art

Artists  > Hans Holbein the Younger

Hans Holbein the Younger

A German painter, printmaker, and designer active in Switzerland and England, Holbein was sought after for his meticulously detailed portraits.

Dates
1497–1543
Born In
Europe > Central Europe > Germany
Active In
Europe > Central Europe > Switzerland, Western Europe > England
Period Culture Style
Renaissance > Northern Renaissance
Known For
Painting > Portrait painting
Print
Drawing
Works of Art