Masquerade

Deutsche Grafik der Dürerzeit, circa 1512–1515

This is a painting of a festive procession in front of an architectural backdrop. The watercolor painting depicts figures in colorful, elaborate clothing parading or dancing in front of a building with arched windows and columns. The figures in the foreground are dressed in striped leggings, puffed sleeves, and hats adorned with feathers. One figure holds a staff or spear. In the background, a group of spectators in period clothing stand on a staircase, with a musician playing a drum. The architectural setting suggests a courtyard or a plaza. The use of soft colors and detailed clothing patterns and fabrics enhances the historic and festive mood of the painting.
Artista
Deutsche Grafik der Dürerzeit
Datazione
circa 1512–1515
Tipologia
Disegno
Tecnica
pen and brown ink with watercolor on laid paper
Dimensioni
23,3 × 23,7 cm
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

This is a painting of a festive procession in front of an architectural backdrop. The watercolor painting depicts figures in colorful, elaborate clothing parading or dancing in front of a building with arched windows and columns. The figures in the foreground are dressed in striped leggings, puffed sleeves, and hats adorned with feathers. One figure holds a staff or spear. In the background, a group of spectators in period clothing stand on a staircase, with a musician playing a drum. The architectural setting suggests a courtyard or a plaza. The use of soft colors and detailed clothing patterns and fabrics enhances the historic and festive mood of the painting.

Deutsche Grafik der Dürerzeit