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Meaning of HOLBEIN

Pronunciation:  'howlbIn

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 Definition: 
  1. [n]  German painter of religious works (1465-1524)
  2. [n]  German painter and engraver noted for his portraits; he was commissioned by Henry VIII of England to provide portraits of the king's prospective brides (1497-1543)
 
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 Synonyms: Hans Holbein, Holbein the Elder, Holbein the Younger
 
 See Also: engraver, old master

 

 

 

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