Dekselbeker c. 1575 - 1585

Wenzel Jamnitzer's "Dekselbeker" (c. 1575 - 1585) is a detailed drawing of a covered cup, a popular object during the Renaissance. The design features intricate ornamentation, including a central, crowned face surrounded by other heads, with a delicately rendered pattern of foliate scrolls, reminiscent of the Mannerist style. This drawing, held at the Rijksmuseum, showcases Jamnitzer's mastery in metalwork design and his keen eye for detail, contributing to his reputation as a leading goldsmith of his time.