Susanna jug , Engel Kran, c. 1584 - c. 1600

Susanna jug , Engel Kran, c. 1584 - c. 1600

relief (sculpture technique), h 39.7cm × w 24cm × d c.20.5cm More details

The body of this large pitcher is embellished with scenes from the story of the chaste Susanna. When the beautiful Susanna refused to submit to the dishonourable proposals of two elderly men, they accused her of adultery. However, the young Daniel exposed the two greybeards as liars. The two men suffered a gruesome death.

On display in room 2.12

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