“Portrait of an Englishwoman” is an artwork created by Hans Holbein the Younger in 1532 in Germany. The piece belongs to the Northern Renaissance art movement and falls under the genre of portrait painting. Currently, the artwork is housed in the British Museum, located in London, UK.
The artwork presents a detailed and solemn depiction of an Englishwoman from the early 16th century. Rendered with precision characteristic of Holbein’s style, the subject is drawn with meticulous attention to the textures and forms of her attire and facial features. The woman wears a head covering, likely indicative of her societal status and the fashion of the period, with her garments implying formality and modesty. The composition is austere, emphasizing the subject’s serene expression and dignified posture, characteristic of portraiture during the Northern Renaissance. The drawing employs a subtle color palette, focusing on natural tones that enhance the lifelike quality of the portrayal.
