La Mariee de Village (The Village Bride)
1729
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Charles-Nicolas Cochin I
Charles-Nicolas Cochin I (1739–1739) was an artist.
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ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
La Mariee de Village (The Village Bride) is a 1729 ink by Charles-Nicolas Cochin I, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching shows a busy outdoor scene with a crowd of people gathered under trees. In the center, a bride in a long dress stands with a group of women, while a man kneels nearby. The background has a grand building with columns and arches, surrounded by lush greenery. Notice how the artist used fine lines to create texture, especially in the trees and clothing. The scene looks lively but also quiet, like a special day in a village. If you like this style, look up etching to see how artists use needles and acid to make prints.
Charles-Nicolas Cochin I (1739–1739) was an artist.
See the richer artist page
