Holbein the Elder was a renowned German painter of the Renaissance period who is best known for his family portraits and religious paintings. Some of the synonyms for the name 'Holbein the Elder' may include 'Hans Holbein the Elder', 'Hans Holbein der Ältere' in German, or 'Jean Holbein le Vieux' in French. He was the father of Hans Holbein the Younger, another famous artist who gained widespread recognition for his portraits of British royalty. While the Elder Holbein's work has not gained as much mainstream attention, his contribution to art during his lifetime was significant and continues to influence artists today.