Portrait of Henry VIII 1540

"Portrait of Henry VIII" by Hans Holbein the Younger, painted in 1540, depicts the English monarch in a lavishly embroidered doublet and velvet cloak. The portrait, renowned for its meticulous detail and psychological insight, captures the king's imposing presence and authoritative gaze. Holbein's mastery of portraiture is evident in the realistic rendering of Henry's face, highlighting his heavy features and the subtle lines etched by time and power. This captivating work, now housed in the Palazzo Barberini in Rome, is a testament to Holbein's skill and the enduring fascination with the iconic figure of Henry VIII.