The Last Supper

The Last Supper by Hans Holbein the Younger
Artist
Hans Holbein the Younger
Date
1524 - 1525 ; Germany
Style
Northern renaissance
Genre
Religious painting
Location
Kunstmuseum Basel
Hans Holbein the Younger, a prominent Northern renaissance artist, is renowned for his detailed portraits and religious painting. His artwork, including the famous The Last Supper, showcases his masterful use of oil paints on wood panels. Holbein’s work not only reflects the intricate style of the period but also conveys deep theological themes, characteristic of religious art. His contributions reveal his skill in capturing human emotion and detail, marking him as one of the greatest portraitists of the 16th century and a key figure in the history of Christian and Reformation art.

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