Gottfried Bernhard Götz

Gottfried Bernhard Götz was an artist whose documented career spanned the early to mid-eighteenth century, active from 1708 through 1742. His known artistic output consisted primarily of graphic media, focusing on prints and preparatory drawings.

Eight works by Götz are represented across significant public institutions, establishing his importance within the period's graphic arts tradition. His subjects display a range from classical religious iconography, exemplified by the prints Saint Ambrose Suppressing Heresy and Saint Matthew the Evangelist, to historical and allegorical scenes, notably the print The Horrors of War: A Sea Battle. Götz also engaged in design work, demonstrated by drawings such as Model for Altar for Woodcarvers.

The lasting significance of Götz’s production is confirmed by the inclusion of his works, comprised of six prints and two drawings, in established museum collections. These institutions include the National Gallery of Art and the Cleveland Museum of Art. The accessibility of Gottfried Bernhard Götz prints and other works ensures their continued study. Many of these museum-quality works are considered part of the public domain, facilitating the creation of high-quality prints for researchers and collectors.