Aankomst van de herbergdochters op de bruiloft van Gamache 1696 - 1762

Louise Magdeleine Horthemels, a prominent 18th-century French artist, created this engraving titled “Aankomst van de herbergdochters op de bruiloft van Gamache” (Arrival of the Innkeepers at Gamache's Wedding). Dated between 1696 and 1762, the piece depicts a lively scene of a wedding celebration. The engraving features a group of figures, including musicians, dancers, and onlookers, all dressed in the elegant attire of the period. The delicate detail of the engraving captures the intricate patterns of their clothing and the flow of their movements. The background is a lush forest with a distant hill, contributing to a sense of idyllic celebration.