Artwork
The Peasant Wedding or the Twelve Months
The Peasant Wedding or the Twelve Months is a print by the Renaissance artist Sebald Beham. It dates from 1546 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Peasant Wedding or the Twelve Months is a 1546 print by Hans Sebald Beham, a prolific German printmaker known for his small-scale works.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a procession of three figures, including a woman flanked by two men carrying swords, possibly representing a ceremonial or ritualistic scene, potentially as part of a series illustrating the twelve months.
Technique & Style
As a member of the 'Little Masters,' Beham's work is characterized by intricate detail and a focus on small-scale compositions, evident in the deliberate poses and formal attire of the figures in this print.
History & Provenance
Beham created this work during his time as a prominent printmaker in Germany, later relocating to Frankfurt where he continued to produce prints until his death in 1550.
Artist & collection
Artist
Sebald Beham (1500–1550) was a German painter and printmaker, mainly known for his very small engravings.
The Peasant Wedding or the Twelve Months: 3-Her Gregorius Mercz 4-Marcus April
The Peasant Wedding or the Twelve Months: No. 7
The Peasant Wedding or the Twelve Months: 5-Philipus Mei 6-Johannes Brachmon
The Peasant Wedding or the Twelve Months: 9-Egidius Herbstmon 10-Simon Weinmon
The Peasant Wedding or the Twelve Months: No. 10
The Peasant Wedding or the Twelve Months: 11-Martinus Wintermon 12-Nicolaus Cristmon
The Twelve Months: The Year's End
The Peasant Wedding or the Twelve Months: 7 Jacob Hewmon 8-Laurencius Augstmon
Peasant and His Wife