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The Peasant Wedding or the Twelve Months:  No. 8, by Sebald Beham, 1546

The Peasant Wedding or the Twelve Months: No. 8

Sebald Beham

1546

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

The Peasant Wedding or the Twelve Months: No. 8 is a 1546 by Sebald Beham, a Renaissance work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Sebald Beham
When & what style?
1546 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?
Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

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.

About the artist

Portrait of Sebald Beham
Artist

Sebald Beham

Sebald Beham (1500–1550) was a German painter and printmaker, mainly known for his very small engravings.

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