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…
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Masquerade

German 16th Century

c.1512-1515

Medium
pen and brown ink with watercolor on laid paper
Classification
Drawing
Dimensions
image: 23.3 x 23.7 cm (9 3/16 x 9 5/16 in.) ; sheet: 34 x 26.4 cm (13 3/8 x 10 3/8 in.)
Culture
German
Museum
National Gallery of Art, CG-E
Credit line
Rosenwald Collection
Rights
Public domain (NGA Open Access, CC0), as the museum states it.
Who can see it
Tweens profiles and older: its subjects are known and suit older children. How works are placed

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