Jug with the Four Evangelists 1586
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This stoneware jug, created in 1586 by Emonds Mennicken, is a fine example of German Renaissance pottery. The piece is decorated with a pewter lid and a handle, which were common additions to stoneware vessels during this period. The central band of the jug depicts the four evangelists, each with their symbol: Matthew with an angel, Mark with a lion, Luke with a bull, and John with an eagle. The jug is a beautiful example of the artistry and craftsmanship of the German Renaissance period, and it demonstrates the importance of religious imagery in art of the time.
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This jug is an example of the new stoneware forms that arose in Raeren during the second half of the 16th century. The body of this jug is less globular and more cylindrical in shape. Incised lines decorate the lower body and shoulders. The relief with the Four Evangelists on the belly of the jug is based on contemporary prints.
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