The ill-matched lovers 1561

"The ill-matched lovers" is a 16th-century oil painting by Jan Massijs, depicting a comical scene of an older man being embraced by a young woman, while an older woman watches on in the background. The composition is full of humor and satire, highlighting the disparity in age and attractiveness of the lovers. The painting's lighthearted tone and playful portrayal of romantic relationships likely resonated with the contemporary audience. This artwork can be found at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst in Copenhagen, Denmark.