Feast of the Wine (The Procession of the Ram)

Gallery 376, European Art 1500-1850, third floor

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Feast of the Wine (The Procession of the Ram)

Mid- 17th century

Master of the Processions (French, active mid- 17th century)

This painting may represent a ceremonial parade in which fatted animals were led to slaughter as part of the festivities before Lent. The scene implies a warning against the dangers of being led by one's senses.

Gallery 376, European Art 1500-1850, third floor

Object Details

Title:

Feast of the Wine (The Procession of the Ram)

Date:

Mid- 17th century

Artist:

Master of the Processions (French, active mid- 17th century)

Medium:

Oil on canvas

Dimensions:

44 × 65 inches (111.8 × 165.1 cm)

Classification:

Paintings

Credit Line:

The George W. Elkins Collection, 1950

Accession Number:

E1950-2-2

Geography:

Made in France, Europe

Provenance

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Gallery 376, European Art 1500-1850, third floor

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