The Marriage of Mary and Joseph

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In the choir, on the right, this painting shows the marriage of Mary and Joseph. Look at the hand offering the ring, then at the jug of wine. These details show the gestures of marriage among the witnesses. Maximilien De Haese painted the picture in 1753.

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Choir, on the right

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The scene brings together the bride and groom, the witnesses and the officiant. The jug of wine and the giving of the ring illustrate the gestures of marriage as described in the booklet.

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Location: Choir, on the right
Artist or workshop: Maximilien De Haese
Date: 1753
Sources: S p. 28 · P p. 1, n° 13