Portrait of Nicholas Kratzer 1487-c 1550 Fellow of Corpus Christi College and later Astronomer Royal to King Henry VIII

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"Portrait of Nicholas Kratzer" is a painting by the German artist Hans Holbein the Younger, completed in 1528 during Holbein's first stay in England. The subject of the portrait, Nicholas Kratzer (1487–c. 1550), was a mathematician, astronomer, and horologist of German origin who became a Fellow of Corpus Christi College, Oxford, and later served as Astronomer Royal to King Henry VIII. The painting is a testament to the close relationship between art and science during the Renaissance and reflects the intellectual milieu of the Tudor court.

The portrait is notable for its meticulous attention to detail and the array of scientific instruments depicted, which serve to emphasize Kratzer's scholarly pursuits. These instruments, which include a polyhedral sundial, an armillary sphere, and other devices for measuring time and astronomical phenomena, are rendered with precision and contribute to the narrative of Kratzer's expertise and profession. Holbein's skillful use of light and shadow, as well as his ability to capture the sitter's personality, are evident in this work.

Hans Holbein the Younger, known for his portraits of the nobility and the court of Henry VIII, was adept at incorporating symbolism and intricate details into his paintings, which often conveyed additional meaning about the sitter's life and status. "Portrait of Nicholas Kratzer" is no exception, as it provides insight into the intellectual character of Kratzer and the esteem in which he was held by his contemporaries.

The painting is held in the collection of the Louvre Museum in Paris, France, and remains an important example of Holbein's portraiture, as well as a valuable historical record of a prominent figure in the scientific community of the 16th century. It is a significant work for scholars interested in the intersection of art, science, and the cultural history of the Renaissance period.

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