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 etching and engraving techniques.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a lively village wedding scene at night, with people dancing and playing music amidst detailed decorations and abundant food, evoking a cozy and intimate atmosphere.
Technique & Style
The work is a multi-colored print, achieved by combining ochre, red-pink, blue, carmine, and black inks from five separate plates, showcasing the artist's skill with etching and engraving.
Artist & collection
Artist
Charles-Melchior Descourtis (1753–1820) was a French artist, born in Paris.
