Bladzijde uit Ter bruylofte van den heere Johannes van Coevenhoven en jongkvrouwe Maria Hoos, Amsterdam, 1723 1723

This page from a wedding book, “Bladzijde uit Ter bruylofte van den heere Johannes van Coevenhoven en jongkvrouwe Maria Hoos, Amsterdam, 1723,” was created by Dutch artist Pieter van den Berge in 1723. The artwork is a hand-written text in Dutch, written in black ink on a white paper background. It is a poem, likely written by the artist himself, that describes the marriage of Johannes van Coevenhoven and Maria Hoos in a highly symbolic and poetic way. The text is meticulously crafted and reflects the art of calligraphy practiced in the 18th century. This page is a unique window into the cultural and social traditions surrounding weddings in the Dutch Golden Age, providing insight into the artistry and the values of the time. The artwork is currently housed at the Rijksmuseum.