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 black ink, brush with yellow and gray wash over traces of red and black chalk.

Erasmus Hornick|Anonymous, 16th century

16th century

Medium

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

Dimensions

16 7/16 x 11 1/2 in. (41.7 x 29.2 cm)

Classification

Drawings

Department

Drawings and Prints

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY

Credit

Bequest of Harry G. Sperling, 1971

Accession Number

1975.131.72

Tags

Buckets

Art Historical Context

This exquisite *Design for a Bucket* from the 16th century, attributed Erasmus Hornick or an anonymous artist, offers a glimpse into Renaissance ornamental design. Created with pen and black ink, with yellow and gray wash traces of red and black, this drawing measures 16 7/16 x 11 1/2 inches and served as a blueprint for a functional yet elaborately decorated vessel. Likely intended for metalwork like silver or brass, it reflects the era's fascination with intricate patterns on everyday objects, blending utility with artistry. In 16th-century Europe, particularly in workshops of Antwerp or Ge...

Design for a Bucket

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