Hans Holbein the Younger – Portrait of Erasmus (1523) – Framed Fine Art Reproduction
An impressive framed reproduction of the celebrated Renaissance portrait of the scholar and humanist Desiderius Erasmus, after the original 1523 artwork by Hans Holbein the Younger (c.1497–1543).
This beautifully detailed portrait depicts Erasmus seated in profile, wearing a dark scholar’s cap and richly coloured green robes while writing in a manuscript.
The composition features remarkable detail, including the scholar’s hands, rings, writing instrument and carefully illustrated pages.
Presented in an attractive traditional gold-tone frame with decorative moulded detailing, making it a wonderful statement piece for a study, library, office or classical interior.
Features
* Artist: After Hans Holbein the Younger
* Artwork: Portrait of Erasmus
* Original Artwork Date: 1523
* Subject: Desiderius Erasmus of Rotterdam
* Type: Fine Art Reproduction Print
* Style: Northern Renaissance / Classical Portraiture
* Frame: Ornate Gold-Tone Decorative Frame
* Orientation: Portrait
* Previous Gallery Label: West Gate Fine Art, Canterbury
* Hanging Cord: Fitted to Reverse
Measurements
Overall Framed Dimensions:
* Width: 57 cm
* Height: 70 cm
Measurements are approximate.
Gallery Provenance
The reverse retains an original-style gallery label from:
West Gate Fine Art
16 Saint Peter’s Street
Canterbury, Kent
CT1 2BQ
The label advertises watercolours, prints, oil paintings, restoration and framing services.
An additional label identifies the artwork as:
“Portrait of the Writer Erasmus in Rotterdam (1523) – Holbein”
These labels provide interesting historical information about the artwork’s previous presentation or sale, although the exact date of framing has not been confirmed.
Condition
Pre-owned condition with visible signs of age, previous handling and display.
The decorative gold-tone frame displays scratches, surface marks, minor chips and areas of finish wear, particularly along the lower edge and corners.
The image shows some age-related surface marks and visible fine lines/crazing, particularly in darker areas.
The reverse backing shows age-related discolouration, marks and wear to the paper covering.
Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description and accurately represent the item offered for sale.
Important Information
This is a reproduction after Hans Holbein the Younger, not an original 16th-century painting.
The original artwork dates to 1523; this does not represent the production date of the reproduction.
The exact age and printing technique of this example have not been independently verified.
Delivery & Collection
Carefully packaged for safe transportation.
Collection is available from Basildon, Essex.
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