Marriage Feast at Cana 1670

Editor: This is Melchior Küsel’s "Marriage Feast at Cana," an etching on paper. It's fascinating how the architecture dwarfs the figures. What can you tell me about this piece? Curator: Notice the focus on labor – the figures hauling barrels, the act of feasting. Küsel highlights the tangible, material aspects of this biblical scene. Consider the social context: how does this emphasis challenge traditional, idealized depictions of religious events? Editor: So, you’re saying it's not just about the miracle, but also about the work and the social dynamics? That’s a really interesting way to look at it. Curator: Exactly. It's a reframing through materiality. How does it change your perspective? Editor: I will consider labor and production in art more often.