Water Jug with Arms of Jülich-Cleves-Berg 1574

This stoneware jug, created by Anno Knütgen in 1574, features an intricate design of the arms of Jülich-Cleves-Berg, a prominent German dynasty. The jug is decorated with a circular band depicting figures, likely representing members of the family, in a raised relief style, showcasing the skilled craftsmanship of the time. This artwork, now held by The Art Institute of Chicago, demonstrates the importance of family and heraldry in 16th-century German art.