Hans Holbein’s ’Christina of Denmark’ | The History of the National Gallery in Six Paintings

Learn how Hans Holbein the Younger’s portrait of the 16-year-old widow Christina of Denmark piqued Henry VIII’s interest when he was looking for a new bride and the surprising story of how the work came into our collection with Susan Foister, our Deputy Director. Subscribe and never miss a new video: Follow us on social media: Twitter: Facebook: Instagram: Help keep the museum accessible for everyone by supporting us here: The National Gallery houses the national collection of paintings in the Western European tradition from the 13th to the 19th centuries. The museum is free of charge and open 361 days per year, daily between am - pm and on Fridays between am - pm. Trafalgar Square, London, WC2N 5DN