Duke Anton the Good of Lorraine

"Duke Anton the Good of Lorraine," by Hans Holbein the Younger (1543, Germany), is a striking portrait created in the Northern renaissance style. Executed on a panel using oil paints, the artwork exemplifies Holbein’s mastery with detailed realism and refined technique. The composition emphasizes the duke’s dignified presence and noble character. While Holbein is best known for his tempera-based works, this portrait’s oil medium allows for subtle shading and lifelike rendering. It remains a significant example of portraiture from this period of Northern renaissance art.