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Peter Flötner Collection

Peter Flötner was a renowned German artist and sculptor of the early 16th century

Background imagePeter Flötner Collection: Decorative Border (recto) and Portrait of Emporer Anastasius (verso), plate nine...1937

Decorative Border (recto) and Portrait of Emporer Anastasius (verso), plate nine...1937
Decorative Border (recto) and Portrait of Emporer Anastasius (verso), plate nine from Woodcuts from Books of the XVI Century, 1559, assembled into portfolio 1937

Background imagePeter Flötner Collection: Ornament Print Panel, early 16th century. early 16th century. Creator: Peter Flotner

Ornament Print Panel, early 16th century. early 16th century. Creator: Peter Flotner
Ornament Print Panel, early 16th century

Background imagePeter Flötner Collection: Imperatorum Romanorum omnium orientalium et occidentalium, 1559. 1559

Imperatorum Romanorum omnium orientalium et occidentalium, 1559. 1559. Creators: Peter Flotner, Rudolph Wyssenbach
Imperatorum Romanorum omnium orientalium et occidentalium, 1559

Background imagePeter Flötner Collection: Two Children Playing with a Ball, 1500-1546. Creator: Peter Flotner

Two Children Playing with a Ball, 1500-1546. Creator: Peter Flotner
Two Children Playing with a Ball, 1500-1546

Background imagePeter Flötner Collection: French Renaissance ornament on wood and metals, (1898). Creator: Unknown

French Renaissance ornament on wood and metals, (1898). Creator: Unknown
French Renaissance ornament on wood and metals, (1898). Fig 1: Boule work from a clock in the Museum vaterlandischer Altertumer at Stuttgart, (French)

Background imagePeter Flötner Collection: Maximilian Makes Peace with Henry VII. Creator: Peter Flotner (German, 1485-1546)

Maximilian Makes Peace with Henry VII. Creator: Peter Flotner (German, 1485-1546)
Maximilian Makes Peace with Henry VII

Background imagePeter Flötner Collection: A king Enthroned. Creator: Peter Flotner (German, 1485-1546)

A king Enthroned. Creator: Peter Flotner (German, 1485-1546)
A king Enthroned

Background imagePeter Flötner Collection: Cupid Complaining to Venus, c. 1540-1546. Creator: Peter Flotner (German, 1485-1546)

Cupid Complaining to Venus, c. 1540-1546. Creator: Peter Flotner (German, 1485-1546)
Cupid Complaining to Venus, c. 1540-1546. This plaquette interprets an ancient Greek poem by Theocritus. Having been stung by a swarm of bees after attempting to steal their honey

Background imagePeter Flötner Collection: A gaming board. Creator: Peter Flotner (German, 1485-1546)

A gaming board. Creator: Peter Flotner (German, 1485-1546)
A gaming board

Background imagePeter Flötner Collection: The dangers of lust and illicit love, 16th century. Artist: Peter Flotner

The dangers of lust and illicit love, 16th century. Artist: Peter Flotner
The dangers of lust and illicit love, 16th century. Alcohol is aiding seduction in the centre, while death and corruption brandishes an hourglass on the left. After a symbolic woodcut by Peter Flotner

Background imagePeter Flötner Collection: Mortar 1550-1560 Workshop Wenzel Jamnitzer I

Mortar 1550-1560 Workshop Wenzel Jamnitzer I
Mortar, c. 1550-1560. Workshop of Wenzel Jamnitzer I (German, 1508/09-1585), with plaquettes cast after models by Peter Flotner (German, 1485-1546). Bronze; overall: 12.4 x 14.6 cm (4 7/8 x 5 3/4 in.)

Background imagePeter Flötner Collection: Puffspiel Peter Flotner German 1485-1546

Puffspiel Peter Flotner German 1485-1546
Puffspiel. Peter Flotner (German, 1485-1546). Woodcut

Background imagePeter Flötner Collection: king Enthroned Peter Flotner German 1485-1546

king Enthroned Peter Flotner German 1485-1546
A king Enthroned. Peter Flotner (German, 1485-1546). Woodcut

Background imagePeter Flötner Collection: gaming board Peter Flotner German 1485-1546

gaming board Peter Flotner German 1485-1546
A gaming board. Peter Flotner (German, 1485-1546). Woodcut

Background imagePeter Flötner Collection: Maximilian Makes Peace Henry VII Peter Flotner

Maximilian Makes Peace Henry VII Peter Flotner
Maximilian Makes Peace with Henry VII. Possibly by Peter Flotner (German, 1485-1546). Woodcut

Background imagePeter Flötner Collection: Two Children Playing Ball 1500-1546 Pen brown ink

Two Children Playing Ball 1500-1546 Pen brown ink
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Background imagePeter Flötner Collection: Peter Flotner, Decorative Panels, German, c. 1485-1546, 1546, woodcut

Peter Flotner, Decorative Panels, German, c. 1485-1546, 1546, woodcut



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Peter Flötner was a renowned German artist and sculptor of the early 16th century. His artistic prowess is evident in his various creations, such as the Ornament Print Panel and French Renaissance ornament on wood and metals. Flötner's talent extended beyond visual arts, as he also contributed to literature with works like Imperatorum Romanorum omnium orientalium et occidentalium. Among his notable sculptures are "Two Children Playing with a Ball" and "A king Enthroned, " showcasing his ability to capture human emotions and dynamics in stone. He even depicted historical events like Maximilian making peace with Henry VII, demonstrating his versatility as an artist. Flötner's creativity knew no bounds, as seen in pieces like "Cupid Complaining to Venus" and "The dangers of lust and illicit love. " These artworks delve into themes of love, desire, and morality while displaying Flötner's exceptional craftsmanship. Not limited to sculpture alone, Flötner also designed gaming boards like "A gaming board, " highlighting his attention to detail even in functional objects. Additionally, he explored other mediums such as mortar-making workshops alongside Wenzel Jamnitzer I. Throughout history, it has left an indelible mark on art with his unique style that seamlessly blended classical influences with contemporary aesthetics. His legacy lives on through these masterpieces that continue to inspire artists today.