Lady Lee (Margaret Wyatt, born about 1509)

Hans Holbein the Younger

Created:
Movement:
1543
Renaissance
key Notes:
Renaissance Portraiture, Detailed Realism
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Dimensions:
17 3/8 × 13 3/8 in. (44.1 × 34 cm)
medium:
Oil and gold on oak
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Lady Lee (Margaret Wyatt, born about 1509) by Hans Holbein the Younger

The painting "Lady Lee (Margaret Wyatt, born about 1509)" was created by Hans Holbein the Younger in 1543, utilizing oil and gold on oak. This work exemplifies Holbein's mastery in portraiture, capturing the intricate details and textures of his subject's attire and jewelry, which reflect the opulence of the Tudor court. Holbein, a German-Swiss artist, was renowned for his ability to convey the personality and status of his sitters, making him a favored portraitist of the English nobility, including King Henry VIII. The inclusion of gold in the painting highlights the wealth and social standing of Lady Lee, further emphasizing the importance of such portraits in documenting the elite of the period. Holbein's work significantly influenced the development of portraiture in Northern Europe, blending meticulous realism with symbolic elements. His contributions to art during the Renaissance period remain pivotal, as he skillfully bridged the artistic traditions of Northern and Southern Europe.

Description of the work:

Lady Lee (Margaret Wyatt, born about 1509) by Hans Holbein the Younger

Created in 1543, this portrait by Hans Holbein the Younger employs oil and gold on oak, showcasing the artist's mastery in capturing intricate details and textures characteristic of the Northern Renaissance style. The subject, Margaret Wyatt, is depicted with a serene expression, reflecting the period's emphasis on realism and individualism.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Lady Lee (Margaret Wyatt, born about 1509)