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Portrait of the Merchant George Gisze, 1532 (oil on oakwood)
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Portrait of the Merchant George Gisze, 1532 (oil on oakwood)
3106601 Portrait of the Merchant George Gisze, 1532 (oil on oakwood) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543); 96x86 cm; Gemaldegalerie, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin, Germany; (add.info.: Georg Giese (d. 3rd February 1562) Danzig, was a Hanse merchant. Der Kaufmann Georg Gisze.); German, out of copyright
Media ID 18258519
© Gemaldegalerie, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin, Germany / Bridgeman Images
Cape Carnation Carnations Commercial Desk Document Documents George Guild Guilds Half Hanseatic Instruments Length Northern Paraphernalia Scales Serious
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This portrait, titled "Portrait of the Merchant George Gisze" is a masterpiece created by Hans Holbein the Younger in 1532. The oil on oakwood print measures 96x86 cm and is currently housed in the Gemaldegalerie at Staatliche Museen zu Berlin, Germany. The subject of this painting is George Gisze, a prominent Hanse merchant from Danzig who lived during the Renaissance period. In this portrait, Gisze exudes an air of seriousness and importance as he sits behind his desk adorned with various symbols of his trade. A vase filled with vibrant carnations adds a touch of color to the scene while documents and instruments related to commerce are meticulously arranged around him. Holbein's attention to detail is evident in every aspect of this artwork - from Gisze's traditional attire and hat to the carefully painted glass objects on his desk. The artist skillfully captures not only Gisze's physical appearance but also his status as a successful merchant within European guilds. This stunning piece serves as both a historical document and an artistic representation of Northern European society during that time period. It offers us a glimpse into the world of trade, symbolizing prosperity and power through its meticulous depiction of commercial paraphernalia. As we contemplate this remarkable portrait, we can't help but marvel at Holbein's ability to capture not just an individual but also an entire era within one frame.
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