Portrait of Margaret Wyatt, Lady Lee 1540

Hans Holbein the Younger's "Portrait of Margaret Wyatt, Lady Lee" is a small oil painting on panel created in 1540. The painting depicts Lady Lee, a wealthy widow, in a three-quarter-length portrait that is typical of Holbein's style. The subject is depicted in a dark, elegant dress, emphasizing her status as a member of the English nobility. The painting is characterized by Holbein's meticulous detail and realistic style, particularly in the sitter's facial features. Holbein's portraits are famous for their psychological depth and insightful depictions of their subjects. The inscription on the painting indicates that Lady Lee was 54 years old at the time.