Bruidspaar wordt naar het huwelijksbed geleid 1661 - 1726

"Bruidspaar wordt naar het huwelijksbed geleid" (Wedding Couple Led to the Bridal Bed) is an anonymous etching, created between 1661 and 1726, that captures a lively scene of a wedding procession. The image depicts a crowd of figures, including the newly married couple, making their way through a landscape towards a building, possibly a church. The composition is dynamic, with figures moving in different directions and creating a sense of excitement and anticipation for the next stage of the couple's journey. The etching is a detailed and intimate portrayal of a traditional Dutch wedding ceremony, showcasing the customs and traditions of the time. It currently resides in the Rijksmuseum.