Thursday 30 November 2006, 10.30–17.30

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The arrival of Hans Holbein in 1526 effectively brought the Renaissance in painting from continental Europe to Britain. From 1526 to 1528, and then from 1532 until his death in 1543, Holbein lived and worked in England under the patronage of the Tudor court. Where and who would Holbein have had access to? What features of court ceremony would have had an impact on his life and work?

This day explores the context and history of Holbein’s career in England. It begins at Tate Britain with a lecture given by Assistant Curator Tim Batchelor and an opportunity to view the Holbein in England exhibition. We then transfer to Hampton Court to be immersed in Tudor culture. There Chief Curator Lucy Worsley gives a lecture that explores court life and ceremony. The day closes with a private tour of Tudor art and architecture, and tapestries commissioned by Henry VIII.

Tate Britain  Manton Studio
£50, booking required

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This event is related to the Holbein in England exhibition