Design for a Bronze Vessel 1496 - 1583

This detailed pen and ink drawing by Erasmus Hornick, a German goldsmith and designer, is a design for a bronze vessel. Created between 1496 and 1583, the design features a large, ornate bowl supported by three intricately detailed legs, each topped with a winged figure. This drawing exemplifies Hornick's mastery of form and detail, common in Renaissance design. The detailed rendering of the vessel's surface, along with the intricate ornamentation, highlights the craftsmanship valued in this era. The drawing is now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York City.