Conserving Holbein's 'Hans of Antwerp'
A major two-year project studied this painting

A major, two year conservation project by Royal Collection Trust was undertaken into this portrait, A Merchant of the German Steelyard: Hans of Antwerp, by Holbein. This case study explores how the portrait was brought back to life, giving us a clearer idea of what it looked like when Holbein first painted it, and revealing previously lost detail which provide clues to who 'Hans of Antwerp' really was.
Watch the short film below, or read on to find out more.