Artwork
The Village Wedding: Philipus Mei
The Village Wedding: Philipus Mei 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 Village Wedding: Philipus Mei / Johannes Brachmon is a print created by Hans Sebald Beham in 1546. It is a representative work by this German artist, known for his detailed engravings and contributions to the 'Little Masters' group.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a rural wedding scene with three figures in the foreground, including a woman and two men, one of whom is shown from behind. The scene is set against a plain background, focusing attention on the characters and their attire from the Renaissance period.
Technique & Style
Executed in a fine-lined technique characteristic of engravings or woodcuts, the work showcases Beham's skill in detailed, miniature-scale compositions. The style is reflective of the 'Little Masters,' a group influenced by Albrecht Dürer's printmaking innovations.
Artist & collection
Artist
Sebald Beham (1500–1550) was a German painter and printmaker, mainly known for his very small engravings.
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