La Noce de Village 1788 - 1794

"La Noce de Village" (1788-1794) by Charles Melchior Descourtis (1753-1820) is an aquatint depicting a lively village wedding. The scene features a joyous celebration with guests dancing and feasting under a tent. A central figure, a young woman in white, takes center stage, likely the bride, while others revel and chat. The artwork's warm palette and detailed depiction of figures create a sense of conviviality. Now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, the aquatint is a charming glimpse into 18th-century French village life.