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Masquerade

German 16th Century

1514

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Renaissance Renaissance

Dominant colour

Masquerade is a 1514 ink by German 16th Century, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: German 16th Century
When & what style?: 1514 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This drawing shows a wild party with people in masks and bright clothes. Some wear armor, others fancy dresses with big skirts. A few hold strange props like a torch or a shield. The background looks like a building with arches, and some folks are standing on steps. Notice how the colors pop—greens, blues, and reds. The lines are simple but full of energy. The artist used watercolor to keep it light and fast. If you like this, check out German 16th Century artists next.