Six Studies of Commedia dell'Arte Actors: Polchinelle, Columbine, Pierrot, a Captain, Harlequin "en femme," and Scaramouche
Französische Grafik 1700–1760, principios del siglo XVIII
- Artista
- Französische Grafik 1700–1760
- Fecha
- principios del siglo XVIII
- Tipo
- Dibujo
- Técnica
- 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
- Medidas
- 7,7 × 16 cm
- Colección
- National Gallery of Art, Washington
- Licencia
- Dominio público, CC0
Descripción de la imagen
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.