HyperDic: hans_holbein

English > 2 senses of the expression Hans Holbein:
NOUNperson Hans Holbein, Holbein, Holbein the YoungerGerman painter and engraver noted for his portraits
person Hans Holbein, Holbein, Holbein the ElderGerman painter of religious works (1465-1524)
English > Hans Holbein: 2 senses > noun 1, person
MeaningGerman 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).
SynonymsHolbein, Holbein the Younger
Instance ofengraverA skilled worker who can inscribe designs or writing onto a surface by carving or etching
old masterA great European painter prior to 19th century
SpanishHans Holbein
CatalanHans Holbein
English > Hans Holbein: 2 senses > noun 2, person
MeaningGerman painter of religious works (1465-1524).
SynonymsHolbein, Holbein the Elder
Instance ofold masterA great European painter prior to 19th century
SpanishHans Holbein
CatalanHans Holbein

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