holbein

/ˈhoʊlbɛn/

Definitions

1. noun

A member of a family of German artists, particularly Hans Holbein the Elder (1460-1524), Hans Holbein the Younger (1497-1543), and their relatives, known for their portraits and woodcuts.

“The museum had a collection of paintings by the famous Holbein family.”

Synonyms

  • german artist
  • portrait painter

Antonyms

  • abstract artist
  • non-representational artist