Artwork
Noce de Village (Village Wedding)
Noce de Village (Village Wedding) is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Charles-Melchior Descourtis. It dates from 1785 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Noce de Village (Village Wedding) is a print created by Charles-Melchior Descourtis in 1785 using the wash manner technique and printed in greenish-ochre ink.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a lively village wedding at night, with figures dancing in a circle, some holding hands and others gesturing wildly, set against a backdrop of musicians and trees.
Technique & Style
The use of soft, watery ink gives the scene a warm, glowing quality, capturing the energy and joy of the celebration.
Artist & collection
Artist
Charles-Melchior Descourtis (1753–1820) was a French artist, born in Paris.
