Design for a Carriage
Design for a carriage. The roof of the coach is dome-shaped with tassels hanging down. Plant ornament encompasses the coach from its door to its wheels. At the back of the coach, where the driver would presumably sit, a crown and possibly a riding crop are set upon a cushion. At the front of the coach, there are various household objects like a lamp and ornate, framed mirror. The carriage
johann michael hoppenhaupt the elder (1709 –)
Explore the intricate ornament sculptures of Johann Michael Hoppenhaupt the Elder – a master of German Baroque design. Discover his work in Potsdam & beyond.
About this artwork
- Title: Design for a Carriage
- Artist: johann michael hoppenhaupt the elder
- Year: 1753
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Under copyright
- Movement: Baroque
- Creative period: Mature Period
- Color palette: Neutrals
- Keywords: baroque ornamentation , decorative coach art , vintage carriage style
- Perceived brightness: brilliant

