Grill

Francisco Gonzales

17th century · Gilded wrought iron, bronze · European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

The Severe, or Philip II, style is reflected in the design of this grille, which relies on the repetition of spindles of highly sophisticated proportions for its decorative effect. The gold leaf was applied in a thin layer, leaving visible the texture of the wrought iron.

Artist

Francisco Gonzales

Date

17th century

Medium

Gilded wrought iron, bronze

Culture

Spanish

Department

European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

Credit line

Gift of The Hearst Foundation, 1956