The Noble Lady by Hans Holbein the Younger

The Noble Lady 1525

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print, woodcut, engraving

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allegories

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allegory

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narrative-art

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print

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figuration

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vanitas

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woodcut

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northern-renaissance

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engraving

"The Noble Lady" is a woodcut print by Hans Holbein the Younger created in 1525. The work depicts a nobleman and a lady standing before Death, who is playing a bone fiddle. The visual style of the woodcut is characteristic of Holbein’s work, with sharp lines and detailed depictions of clothing and anatomy. The print is a reminder of the inevitability of death and the importance of living a virtuous life. It was a popular subject for Holbein, and many versions of this artwork were created during the 16th century.

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