Franca Trippa and Fritellino
1742
oil
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1742
oil
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
The painting depicts two jesters in a lively scene. The jester on the left is dressed in a red hat and attire, while the one on the right wears a pink hat and outfit. They are engaged in a playful dance, with the red-clad jester holding a blue object and the pink-clad one strumming a lute. In the foreground, a small portrait of a woman is visible at the bottom of the painting. The background features a decorative archway adorned with flowers and leaves, adding to the overall sense of festivity. To learn more about the artist behind this work, explore the art of Andien de Clermont.