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The Ill-matched Couple, 1532. Creator: Lucas Cranach the Elder
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The Ill-matched Couple, 1532. Creator: Lucas Cranach the Elder
The Ill-matched Couple, 1532. A marriage for economic reasons between people of different ages
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The Ill-matched Couple," painted by Lucas Cranach the Elder in 1532, captures the intriguing and humorous contrast between an elderly man and a young woman in a marriage driven by economic reasons. The age gap between the two is evident in the stark difference in their appearances. The old man, with a full beard and a furrowed brow, gestures towards a money bag filled with gold coins, symbolizing his wealth and financial security. In contrast, the young woman, with a low-cut decollete revealing ample cleavage, wears a colorful dress adorned with bunches of grapes and birds, representing fertility and abundance. The scene is set in a rustic, outdoor location, with the old man holding a glass of wine and the young woman holding a duck or a bunch of grapes. The use of animals, particularly the game birds in the background, adds an element of the hunt and the concept of wealth derived from business deals. The old man's apparel, with a coat of arms and a fur-trimmed hat, signifies his noble heritage. The oil on wood painting, a masterpiece of the Northern Renaissance, is a fascinating exploration of the concept of marriage for economic reasons and the humor that can be found in such situations. The Ill-matched Couple is a must-see in the Nationalmuseum in Stockholm, Sweden, and a testament to Lucas Cranach the Elder's artistic genius.
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