Artwork
The Marriage at Cana
The Marriage at Cana is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Odoardo Fialetti. It dates from 1606 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Marriage at Cana is an etching by Odoardo Fialetti, created in 1606. It is a print that captures a dynamic scene.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts the Wedding at Cana, showing a crowded wedding feast with figures sitting, standing, and moving. A central figure lies on a table, surrounded by others who are reaching out or holding items. The scene is set against a backdrop of arches and windows.
Technique & Style
Fialetti employed fine lines to render intricate details, such as clothing folds and facial expressions, creating a busy and dramatic moment full of movement and emotion.
Artist & collection
