Marriage at Cana

Marriage at Cana, a painting by Frans Francken the Younger, dates from 1630-1640. It is housed in the Hermitage Museum. The painting measures 0.715 meters in width and 0.54 meters in height.

The artwork depicts a bustling scene of a wedding feast, likely the Marriage at Cana from the Gospel of John. Jesus, centrally positioned, is shown in a red robe, interacting with figures around him. The scene is set in a richly decorated interior with elaborate tapestries and a canopy over the main table. Numerous people are seated at the table, engaged in conversation and eating. There are also figures standing and serving. The overall style is Baroque, with attention to detail in the clothing, architecture, and the expressions of the figures. A small dog is visible in the lower right corner. The color palette is predominantly warm, with browns, reds, and golds dominating the scene.