Portrait of Catarina Howard

Portrait of Catarina Howard by Hans Holbein the Younger
Artist
Hans Holbein the Younger
Date
c.1541 ; Germany
Style
Northern renaissance
Genre
Portrait
Location
Toledo Museum of Art
The Portrait of Catarina Howard, painted during the 1540s, exemplifies Northern renaissance artistry with its meticulous detail and vivid realism. Created on a panel using Oil paints, the artwork showcases the technical mastery characteristic of the period. The artist employed Tempera techniques to enhance fine features, contributing to the lifelike quality of the portrait. This piece not only captures Catarina’s likeness but also reflects the era’s fascination with individual character, making it a significant representation of Northern renaissance portraiture from the 1540s.

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