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Masquerade

German 16th Century

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a gathering involving costumed figures. The individuals are adorned in brightly colored and elaborately designed clothing. The scene appears to take place in a courtyard or open area adjacent to a building, with a set of stairs leading up to an entrance, and several figures are visible in a window observing the scene below. The central group in the foreground is composed of individuals wearing ornate costumes, featuring puffed sleeves, layered skirts, and hats with plumes. Each figure holds a different object, such as scrolls or instruments. The setting includes a stone staircase with red railing. The figures' costumes are decorated with vibrant reds, deep blues, and greens.

Artwork Details

Date
c.1512-1515
Medium
pen and brown ink with watercolor on laid paper
Dimensions
3457 × 3405 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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