![]() ![]() ![]() The greenish hue to the skin, in particular around the wounds on the hand, feet and torso, as well as on his face suggest the putrefaction of flesh and results in an almost grotesque image. In this panel, Holbein has created a life-size image of Christ, lying in his tomb. This was particularly important in a period of religious turmoil such as the Reformation.ฤก521 The Body of the Dead Christ in the Tomb These were created and utilized as propaganda to convey authority, masculinity, wealth, succession, and the divine right of royalty to rule to a wider audience. Holbein's most famous images are those he painted of the English royal court and particularly of Henry VIII.With some of the meanings now lost, however, their intended messages have become an area for modern art historical debate. Many of Holbein's portraits are rich in background details, often consisting of trompe l'oeil objects such as letters, flowers, and tools and these are believed to be symbolic.Despite the meticulous nature of his portrayals, however, the images are often inscrutable, revealing little of the character of the sitter. His portraits are characterized by strong gazes, a diversity of appearance and carefully rendered clothing and accessories. Holbein's art is considered realist in that he represented people with detail and precision, and was renowned for creating a true likeness (albeit, perhaps, a flattering one) of his sitters. ![]()
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