Question

who painted the portrait above?
a. hans holbein the younger
b. robert smythson
c. nicholas hilliard
d. henry holbein the younger

Explanation:

Identify the subject of the portrait

The image shows a close-up detail of a figure wearing an extremely ornate, jewel-encrusted doublet with slashed sleeves, holding a dagger hilt in one hand. This distinctive costume, stance, and style belong to the famous portrait of King Henry VIII of England.

Identify the artist of the portrait

The iconic portrait of Henry VIII (specifically the Whitehall Mural type and its numerous contemporary copies, such as the one at the National Portrait Gallery or Walker Art Gallery) was painted by the Northern Renaissance master and court painter to the Tudors, Hans Holbein the Younger.

Answer:

• a. Hans Holbein the Younger (Correct answer)
• b. Robert Smythson
• c. Nicholas Hilliard
• d. Henry Holbein the Younger