As Chilton describes, two magnificent guards flank the entrance doors to the Hall of Masks [and] the masked revelers [including] fashionable ladies, gentlemen, and soldiers of rank mingle with characters from the commedia dellarteScaramouch, Scapin, Pulcinella, Pierrot, Pantalone, the Dottore, the Captain, and Harlequin. (Chilton 224) In a further illusionistic twist, Lederer painted commedia costumes hanging on the balcony (Fig
Generally, these are slightly padded for a more shapely look and additional support
This gown carries the quiet power of someone who walks through moonlit gardens as if she owns the night
If you dont want separate uniforms for officers, pants should match coat
The Dance Test: Try a few spins and quick direction changes
The puff sleeve leads to a mid-open v-back