Masquerade

Deutsche Grafik der Dürerzeit, c.1512–1515

This is a painting of a procession featuring elaborately dressed figures. The scene depicts a group of individuals, predominantly dressed in vibrant red and beige attire with intricate headdresses adorned with feathers, marching in unison. These figures are engaged in a ceremonial display, moving in a coordinated manner. Behind them, a row of seated figures can be seen on steps, dressed in colorful gowns, observing the marching figures. The background consists of an architectural setting with windows and a stone texture.
Artist
Deutsche Grafik der Dürerzeit
Date
c.1512–1515
Type
Drawing
Medium
pen and brown ink with watercolor on laid paper
Dimensions
23.4 × 23.7 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

This is a painting of a procession featuring elaborately dressed figures. The scene depicts a group of individuals, predominantly dressed in vibrant red and beige attire with intricate headdresses adorned with feathers, marching in unison. These figures are engaged in a ceremonial display, moving in a coordinated manner. Behind them, a row of seated figures can be seen on steps, dressed in colorful gowns, observing the marching figures. The background consists of an architectural setting with windows and a stone texture.

Deutsche Grafik der Dürerzeit