Hans von Aachen
1552–1615 · German · 20 artworks
Mannerismelongated figurescomplex allegorical compositionsvibrant color paletteshighly polished surfacesidealized beauty
artist bio
Hans von Aachen was a German Mannerist painter who served as court painter to emperors Rudolf II and Matthias in Prague. He is known for his mythological allegories, portraits, and religious scenes, characterized by elegant figures and vibrant colors.
what you'll learn
Studying von Aachen's work allows students to understand the transition from the High Renaissance to Mannerism, focusing on elongated figures, complex compositions, and symbolic content. Students can also analyze his use of color and light to create dramatic and idealized representations.
related: Bartholomeus Spranger, Giuseppe Arcimboldo
20 artworks
Portrait of a man, possibly Johannes Kepler
1612
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Portrait of Joseph Heintz
1585
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The Three Graces
1604
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Portrait of a girl (Maria Maxmiliana)
1612
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Matthias, Holy Roman Emperor, as King of Bohemia
1612
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Portrait of a gentleman
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Portrait of Anna of Austria (1585-1618)
1604
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Virgin and Child
1606
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Portrait of the goldsmith Jacopo Bilivert (1550-1603)
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Two laughing men (double self-portrait)
1574
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Martyrdom of Saint Sebastian
1590
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Pallas Athena, Venus and Juno
1593
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Allegory on the conquest of Stuhlweißenburg (Székesfehérvár)
1604
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Boy with grapes
1605
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Self-portrait
1574
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Allegory on the declaration of war before Constantinople
1604
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Portrait of Jacopo Biliverti
1585
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Portrait of Rudolf II, Holy Roman Emperor
1608
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Coronation of Mary
1596
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Allegory on the battle of Sisak
1604
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