Mummenschanz

Deutsche Grafik der Dürerzeit, um 1512–1515

This is a painting of medieval-style figures in a processional or theatrical event. The painting shows individuals in vibrant costumes, some wearing hats and helmets. In the foreground, figures in elaborate attire are holding torches. Some are gathered, with others wearing animal head masks. The background displays an architectural setting with a bench, where additional characters are seated. Seated figures in the background are painted in bright colors, contrasting with the muted tones of the setting. This painting captures a moment of celebration or performance within an architectural interior, reminiscent of medieval European illustrations.
Künstler
Deutsche Grafik der Dürerzeit
Datierung
um 1512–1515
Gattung
Zeichnung
Technik
pen and brown ink with watercolor on laid paper
Maße
23,3 × 23,7 cm
Sammlung
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Lizenz
Gemeinfrei, CC0

Bildbeschreibung

This is a painting of medieval-style figures in a processional or theatrical event. The painting shows individuals in vibrant costumes, some wearing hats and helmets. In the foreground, figures in elaborate attire are holding torches. Some are gathered, with others wearing animal head masks. The background displays an architectural setting with a bench, where additional characters are seated. Seated figures in the background are painted in bright colors, contrasting with the muted tones of the setting. This painting captures a moment of celebration or performance within an architectural interior, reminiscent of medieval European illustrations.

Deutsche Grafik der Dürerzeit