Ontwerp voor drie voeten van drinkschalen c. 1570 - 1585

This is a design for three drinking vessels, made by Jost Amman around 1570-1580 in pen and black ink. While it's a drawing, it's crucial to consider the material implications of the design. These vessels would have been made of precious metals like silver or gold, requiring skilled labor, and specialized tools for shaping, hammering, and chasing the intricate details. Think about the amount of time and effort involved in bringing these designs to life. Each curve, each floral motif, would demand careful execution by a trained artisan, reflecting the socio-economic status of the patron who could afford such luxury items. The material's inherent qualities of preciousness and malleability play a crucial role, imbuing the objects with status and value. By focusing on the labor and materials involved, we begin to see how this drawing connects to broader issues of class, consumption, and the skilled traditions of metalworking. It challenges our understanding of the divide between fine art and craft.