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Der Edelmann (The Nobleman)

Hans Lützelburger after Hans Holbein the Younger

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a man with both arms raised at shoulder height, facing slightly off to his right. He appears to be interacting with a skeletal figure. The man has a full face with a mustache and short beard, and his hair is medium length. He is wearing elaborate clothing typical of a nobleman including a large cloak with detailed trimming. An hourglass sits on a table beside him. The skeletal figure beside him is partially draped in fabric. The background features mountains and clouds and the composition is framed with the title "Der Edelmann" at the top.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1526
Medium
woodcut
Dimensions
2507 × 3655 px
Public Domain
Yes
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