Who created "Design for a Bucket"?

Design for a Bucket was created by Erasmus Hornick|Anonymous, 16th century in 16th century.

When was "Design for a Bucket" created?

This artwork was created 16th century.

Is "Design for a Bucket" in the public domain?

Yes, Design for a Bucket is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Design for a Bucket

Q: What medium is "Design for a Bucket"?

Design for a Bucket is Pen and brown and black ink, brush with gray and yellow wash over red chalk.

Erasmus Hornick|Anonymous, 16th century

16th century

Medium

Pen and brown and black ink, brush with gray and yellow wash over red chalk

Dimensions

16 7/16 x 11 7/16 in. (41.7 x 29.1 cm)

Classification

Drawings

Department

Drawings and Prints

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY

Credit

Bequest of Harry G. Sperling, 1971

Accession Number

1975.131.68

Tags

Vessels

Art Historical Context

This exquisite 16th-century drawing *Design for a Bucket*, to Erasmus Hornick or an anonymous Flemish artist, offers a glimpse into Renaissance decorative arts. Created during a time when Northern European workshops buzzed with innovative designs for everyday objects, it depicts an ornate bucket—likely intended for metalwork like silver or brass—adorned with intricate motifs inspired by antiquity and nature. Hornick, active in Antwerp, was renowned for his engravings and ornamental patterns that bridged fine art and craft. The artwork showcases masterful techniques typical of the era: fine pe...

Design for a Bucket

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