Design for the facade decoration of the dance house in Basel 1520
hansholbeintheyounger
Kunstmuseum Basel, Basel, Switzerland
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drawing
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abstract painting
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street view
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sculpture
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holy-places
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possibly oil pastel
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oil painting
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street graffiti
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underpainting
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sketch
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urban art
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arch
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painting painterly
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watercolor
Hans Holbein the Younger's "Design for the facade decoration of the dance house in Basel" from 1520, is an architectural design for a building in Basel, Switzerland. The drawing shows a multi-level facade with classical columns, arches and intricate details. The lower section depicts figures dancing, suggesting a festive atmosphere. Holbein's architectural designs were known for their meticulous attention to detail and realism, reflecting the style of the Northern Renaissance. This drawing is a testament to Holbein's early artistic talent and his mastery of draftsmanship.
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