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Large Wedding Dancers

Heinrich Aldegrever

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts two full-length figures, a man and a woman, standing side by side. The woman is positioned with her body slightly turned to the left, while the man stands upright with one leg crossed in front of the other. Both figures have distinct facial features, characterized by pronounced noses and high foreheads. The woman has stylized hair pulled back into a bun, possibly adorned with a headpiece or ribbon, and the man wears a head cover that fits close to his scalp. The woman is dressed in a long, flowing garment with voluminous sleeves adorned with intricate cuffs, while the man wears a tunic that includes ornate detailing along the edges, puffed shorts, and tights. His outfit is further accentuated with a wide belt holding a decorated sword sheath, and he supports the sword in his right hand. Their attire appears to be accented with ornate ruffles and decorative elements. The background surrounding the figures is plain. There is a monogram and the date 1523 visible in the upper left corner of the image.

Artwork Details

Date
1538
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
2819 × 4245 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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