The artwork, titled “St. Ursula,” was created by Hans Holbein the Younger around the year 1523 in Germany. It is composed using tempera on a panel, and falls under the Northern Renaissance art movement. The dimensions of this religious painting are 41.9 x 96.4 cm. Presently, the artwork is housed in the Staatliche Kunsthalle Karlsruhe in Karlsruhe, Germany.
In the artwork, St. Ursula is depicted with an air of serene grace and contemplation. She is adorned in rich attire, indicative of her noble status, with elaborate headgear and jewelry that reflect the intricate detail characteristic of Hans Holbein the Younger’s work. The saint is surrounded by a tranquil yet slightly somber background, which consists of dark green foliage and a distant landscape that serves to highlight her presence. Her hands gently hold arrows, a symbol of her martyrdom, alluding to her religious significance. The painting’s fine lines and textures showcase Holbein’s mastery in capturing the intricate details and the essence of his subjects within the traditions of the Northern Renaissance.
