Who created "Door Knocker with Mask, Monsters and Putto"?

Door Knocker with Mask, Monsters and Putto was created by Circle of Hubert Gerhard in c. 1590-1600.

When was "Door Knocker with Mask, Monsters and Putto" created?

This artwork was created c. 1590-1600.

What medium is "Door Knocker with Mask, Monsters and Putto"?

Door Knocker with Mask, Monsters and Putto is bronze.

Is "Door Knocker with Mask, Monsters and Putto" in the public domain?

Yes, Door Knocker with Mask, Monsters and Putto is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Door Knocker with Mask, Monsters and Putto

Circle of Hubert Gerhard

c. 1590-1600

Medium

bronze

Dimensions

overall: 28 × 13 × 7.5 cm (11 × 5 1/8 × 2 15/16 in.) height (lower portion only): 20 cm (7 7/8 in.)

Classification

Sculpture

Department

CSD

Museum

National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C.

Credit

Gift of Robert H. Smith/Robert H. Smith Collection

Accession Number

2022.181.68

Art Historical Context

This exquisite bronze door knocker, in the circle of Hubert Gerhard 1590–1600, exemplifies the vibrant Mannerist style flourishing in late Renaissance Germany. Hubert Gerhard, a master sculptor at the Munich court of the Wittelsbach dukes, influenced a workshop known for intricate bronze works blending classical motifs with northern exuberance. Measuring about 28 cm tall, this functional yet fantastical piece would have adorned a grand entrance, its robust form (28 × 13 × 7.5 cm overall) designed for daily use while showcasing artistic virtuosity. At its core, a grotesque mask serves as the s...

Door Knocker with Mask, Monsters and Putto

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