The Peasant Wedding or the Twelve Months: No. 8
1546
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1546
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
The Peasant Wedding or the Twelve Months: No. 8 is a 1546 by Sebald Beham, a Renaissance work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This image depicts a lively scene of people gathered around a table, with a man at the center holding a cup. The group is dressed in traditional clothing, and the atmosphere appears to be one of celebration. A banner above the scene reads "ALDER DV MVST DANCZEN" in an arching curve. In the background, a trellis with vines and leaves adds a natural touch to the setting. The overall mood of the image is one of joy and festivity. To learn more about the Renaissance movement, which this painting is a part of, explore the works of artists like Hans Sebald Beham.
Sebald Beham (1500–1550) was a German painter and printmaker, mainly known for his very small engravings.
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