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Holbein the Younger

DEFINITIONS OF: Holbein the Younger

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n German painter and engraver noted for his portraits; he was commissioned by Henry VIII to provide portraits of the English king's prospective brides (1497-1543)

Synonyms:
Hans Holbein, Holbein
Example of:
engraver
a skilled worker who can inscribe designs or writing onto a surface by carving or etching
old master
a great European painter prior to 19th century
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