Holbein in England : [on the occasion of the Exhibition 'Holbein in England', Tate Britain, London, 28 September 2006-7 January 2007

Hans Holbein’s prolific production of precise and realistic portraits of the great figures of the 16th century earned him an international reputation in his own time. Although Holbein (1497–1543) gained high acclaim while working in Switzerland, his periods in England, where he became the official artist at the court of King Henry VIII, proved equally important in establishing his reputation. Susan Foister, a leading expert on Holbein, considers the way in which England both influenced and was influenced by the artist and his work. Illustrated with more than 100 color images, Holbein in England includes the artist’s best-known portraits alongside lesser-known but equally important works. Hans Holbein is regarded as one of the greatest artists of the 16th century. Accompanying a major Tate exhibition, this work gives insights into the artist's movements between the 1520s and '40s, when he moved from Germany and Switzerland to England, with insights into his working methods and techniques Susan Foister ; With Contributions By Tim Batchelor. Published In Conjunction With An Exhibition Held At Tate Britain, London, Sept. 28, 2006-jan. 7, 2007. Includes Bibliographical References (p.170-173) And Index.