Who painted Portrait of Sir Thomas Le Strange?

Portrait of Sir Thomas Le Strange was painted by Hans Holbein the Younger in 1536.

Where can I see Portrait of Sir Thomas Le Strange?

Portrait of Sir Thomas Le Strange is held by Kimbell Art Museum.

What movement is Portrait of Sir Thomas Le Strange?

Portrait of Sir Thomas Le Strange is associated with Northern Renaissance.

Artwork

Portrait of Sir Thomas Le Strange

Hans Holbein the Younger , 1536

Portrait of Sir Thomas Le Strange is an oil painting by the Northern Renaissance artist Hans Holbein the Younger. It dates from 1536 and is held in the collection of the Kimbell Art Museum.

About this work

Overview

Portrait of Sir Thomas Le Strange is a tempera painting created in 1536 by Hans Holbein the Younger, a prominent figure in the Northern Renaissance. The work is now part of the Kimbell Art Museum's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting portrays Sir Thomas Le Strange, a man of apparent importance, indicated by his attire—a dark coat with a gold chain and a black hat. His serious expression contributes to the somber mood of the piece.

Technique & Style

Holbein's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the textured rendering of the subject's hat and the intricate folds of his clothing, exemplifying the Northern Renaissance's emphasis on realism.

History & Provenance

Created in 1536, the portrait's history prior to its acquisition by the Kimbell Art Museum is not detailed here, highlighting the artist's broader oeuvre in portraiture, religious art, and design.

Context

This work reflects Holbein's ability to capture the essence of his sitters within the stylistic and thematic boundaries of the Northern Renaissance, distinguishing him from his father, Hans Holbein the Elder.

Legacy

As part of Holbein the Younger's corpus, the portrait contributes to his legacy as a master of detailed, emotionally nuanced portraiture, influencing subsequent artistic movements.