1645
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Two Men in Masquerade Costumes: The Earth and a Parade Helmet is a 1645 ink by Stefano Della Bella, a Baroque work, depicting Dancing, held at National Gallery of Art.
The painting shows two men wearing masquerade costumes. They are dressed up as the Earth and a parade helmet. The interesting thing about this work is that it gives us a glimpse into 17th-century costume parties, and the details of the costumes are carefully drawn. You can learn more about this style by looking at the work of artist: Della Bella, Stefano.
Stefano della Bella (18 May 1610 – 12 July 1664) was an Italian draughtsman and printmaker known for etchings of a great variety of subjects, including military and court scenes, landscapes, and lively genre scenes.
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