Masquerade
1514
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1514
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Masquerade is a 1514 ink by German 16th Century, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This drawing shows a lively street scene with two groups of people. In the front, seven men in green-and-white striped robes and wide-brimmed hats stand in a line, chatting or holding hands. One man holds a torch. Behind them, a balcony is packed with women in fancy dresses and headpieces, watching the scene below. The men’s robes look heavy and formal, while the women’s clothes are bright and detailed. The artist used simple shapes and bold colors to show movement and energy. Next, look up technique: watercolor, glazing to see how this medium creates depth.
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