Marriage a la Mode: pl.1

About this work

This crowded room shows six people gathered around a table, playing cards. One man in a fancy coat leans on a cane, another holds a fan, and a woman in a loose dress sits nearby. The walls are packed with paintings and carvings, and a window in the back lets in light over a cityscape. The title at the bottom, *Marriage a la Mode*, hints this scene pokes fun at wealthy people’s habits. The mix of serious faces and relaxed poses makes it feel like a snapshot of a real, messy gathering. Want to see more? Check out the technique: etching.