Portrait of Charles Brandon 1541

Hans Holbein the Younger's "Portrait of Charles Brandon" is a miniature portrait of a young boy, likely a member of the Brandon family, against a rich blue background. Created in 1541, the painting showcases Holbein's meticulous detail in capturing the child's delicate features, including the soft texture of his hair and the glint in his eyes. The work is a testament to Holbein's mastery of portraiture, a genre he is renowned for, and provides a glimpse into the life of a young individual in 16th-century England.