Mummenschanz

Deutsche Grafik der Dürerzeit, um 1512–1515

This is a painting of costumed figures dancing. The image shows a group of elaborately dressed figures in a circular dance formation, each wearing red garments adorned with intricate white patterns. Each figure sports headgear with long protruding elements. The floor is bare and solid. In the background, an audience is depicted watching from a balcony. The rich detailing in the costumes and setting provides a glimpse into festive or ceremonial attire from a historical period.
Künstler
Deutsche Grafik der Dürerzeit
Datierung
um 1512–1515
Gattung
Zeichnung
Technik
pen and brown ink with watercolor on laid paper
Maße
23,2 cm
Sammlung
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Lizenz
Gemeinfrei, CC0

Bildbeschreibung

This is a painting of costumed figures dancing. The image shows a group of elaborately dressed figures in a circular dance formation, each wearing red garments adorned with intricate white patterns. Each figure sports headgear with long protruding elements. The floor is bare and solid. In the background, an audience is depicted watching from a balcony. The rich detailing in the costumes and setting provides a glimpse into festive or ceremonial attire from a historical period.

Deutsche Grafik der Dürerzeit