Masquerade

Deutsche Grafik der Dürerzeit, c.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.
Artist
Deutsche Grafik der Dürerzeit
Date
c.1512–1515
Type
Drawing
Medium
pen and brown ink with watercolor on laid paper
Dimensions
23.3 × 23.7 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

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