Six Studies of Commedia dell'Arte Actors: Polchinelle, Columbine, Pierrot, a Captain, Harlequin "en femme," and Scaramouche

Französische Grafik 1700–1760, early 18th century

The image shows six costumed figures in a theatrical scene. Each character is dressed in elaborate and varied costumes. The first figure wears a feathered hat and extends an arm. The second figure wears a dress with lace and buttons. The third figure wears simple clothing. The fourth figure wears a cape and a feathered hat. The fifth figure wears a long-nosed mask and flowing robes. The sixth figure is elegantly posed, holding fabric and wearing intricate detailing. The background is simple, emphasizing the figures.
Artist
Französische Grafik 1700–1760
Date
early 18th century
Type
Drawing
Medium
pen and black ink with gray wash over graphite on laid paper, irregularly trimmed and laid down on a sheet touched with faded blue watercolor, on an old album sheet; partially incised for transfer
Dimensions
7.7 × 16 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The image shows six costumed figures in a theatrical scene. Each character is dressed in elaborate and varied costumes. The first figure wears a feathered hat and extends an arm. The second figure wears a dress with lace and buttons. The third figure wears simple clothing. The fourth figure wears a cape and a feathered hat. The fifth figure wears a long-nosed mask and flowing robes. The sixth figure is elegantly posed, holding fabric and wearing intricate detailing. The background is simple, emphasizing the figures.

Französische Grafik 1700–1760