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The Wedding at Cana Oil on Canvas, 6.77 x 9.94 m., by Paolo Veronese, 1562–1563 Musée du Louvre, Paris |
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A monumental masterpiece
depicting the biblical miracle of Christ turning water into wine at
a marriage feast, yet it reimagining the event as a lavish Venetian
banquet, with over 130 figures in contemporary Renaissance dress.
The miracle itself unfolds almost unnoticed amid lavish Renaissance
excess. The canvas brims with sumptuous architectural details, rich
fabrics, and a diverse array of guests—including musicians,
servants, and dignitaries—creating a spectacular scene that merges
the sacred narrative with the aristocratic grandeur of the sixteenth
century. The crowded composition and theatrical energy transform a
simple Gospel story into an opulent pageant, highlighting both
divine intervention and the magnificent splendour of Venice’s golden
age. |
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