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Male Quartet: Descant, Counter Tenor, Tenor, Bass, with Jester
anonymous, after design by Anton von Woensam (mentioned on object), 1529
A group of three men and a young boy have gathered for singing. Known for his irreverent behaviour, the jester holds a pair of glasses as a symbol of his deceptive nature. In the Renaissance, making music could be associated with foolish or immoral conduct. Nevertheless, musicians were frequently called upon to provide entertainment at celebratory occasions.
- Artwork typeprint
- Object numberRP-P-OB-22.320
- Dimensionsheight 121 mm x width 160 mm