Daniel Mauch: A Late Gothic Sculptor Bridging Traditions Born in Ulm, Germany, around 1477 and tragically dying in Liège in 1540, Daniel Mauch stands as a pivotal figure in the transition between late Gothic and early Renaissance art. He wasn’t merely an artist of his time; he was a conduit, skillfully blending the rich ornamentation and emotional intensity of the Gothic style with the burgeoning naturalism and classical ideals emerging from Italy. While often categorized within the Ulm School—a collective known for its innovative sculptural techniques—Mauch possessed a distinct voice, marke…