Disguise Collection (#31)

Portrait of a Tobas warrior, the Devil dance (La Diablada), carnival, Oruro, Bolivia, South America

Masked Bhutanese dancers, Bhutan

Luna Park, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, Pacific

Masked Dogon dancers, Sangha, Mali, Africa

Masked ceremonial Dogon dancer on stilts near Sangha, Bandiagara escarpment, Dogon area, Mali, West Africa, Africa

Masked ceremonial Dogon dancers on stilts near Sangha, Bandiagara escarpment, Dogon area, Mali, West Africa, Africa

St Luke / Royaumont 1724
SAINT LUKE the Evangelist busy writing his book; hes fond of the bull, but he keeps a vase of flowers between it and him, to disguise the smell

Charles II in Hiding
Charles hides in the Oak tree at Boscobel during his flight from England

Louis-Philippe / Anon Lith
LOUIS-PHILIPPE Dover, October 1849, when he arrived in exile after fleeing France, in disguise

Mascagni / Marat / Liebig 3
Act one : the prince (in disguise) embraces his mother, imprisoned by the Revolutionaries, through the bars of the prison

Mascagni / Marat / Liebig 2
Act one : the prince (in disguise) joins the Marats, the revolutionary guard, hoping he will be able to rescue his imprisoned mother, la Princesse de Fleury

Parson at Dawlish, Devon
When lost, a bad priest remarks that the Devil would make a better guide than his clerk. The Devil appears in disguise & directs them to their destruction

Snow White & Apple
The Wicked Queen in disguise brings a poisoned apple to Snow White

Abrahams Wife Sarah
Three men (really angels in disguise) tell Abraham that his ageing wife Sarah will have a child. She is incredulous, but surprises herself by bearing Isaac

Scene from Shakespeares As You Like It
A scene from Shakespeares comedy As You Like It, showing Rosalind, Touchstone and Audrey in the Forest of Arden

Scene from Shakespeares Henry VI Part I, in which Joan of Arc (Joan la Pucelle) at Chinon correctly identifies the Dauphin (the future Charles VII), who has disguised himself as one of his courtiers

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"Unveiling the Art of Disguise: From Tutankhamun's Gold Mask to Carnival Revelry" Step into the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, Egypt, and marvel at the exquisite gold mask of Tutankhamun. This ancient artifact reveals not only a symbol of power but also a clever disguise that concealed the young pharaoh's true identity. Traveling back in time to WW1, we uncover tales of German espionage where agents went undercover as women to gather crucial information. These daring disguises blurred gender lines and challenged conventional notions of warfare. Venturing across continents, witness Native American Indians engaging in a buffalo hunt under the watchful eye of White Wolf Ski. Their elaborate costumes blend seamlessly with nature, enabling them to approach their prey undetected. In colonial India during the 1800s, Sir Richard Burton donned various disguises as he immersed himself in local cultures. His ability to adopt different personas allowed him unparalleled access and insights into this vibrant land. Even Communist leader Vladimir Ilyich Lenin understood the power of disguise. Hiding his true intentions behind an inconspicuous facade enabled him to navigate treacherous political landscapes while spreading his revolutionary ideals. The Carnival of Basel in Switzerland takes us on a journey through Europe's rich tradition of masked revelry. Colorful costumes conceal identities as people lose themselves in joyous celebrations that transcend social boundaries. Venice's UNESCO World Heritage Site comes alive during its famed carnival season. Elaborate masks transform ordinary individuals into enchanting characters straight out of fairy tales – an ode to centuries-old traditions steeped in mystery and allure. Illustrator C. H. Shepard captures the essence of Venice's carnival spirit with whimsical depictions that transport viewers into a world where reality intertwines with fantasy beneath intricately designed masks. Meanwhile, CID officers proudly display their "Sunday best, " showcasing how even law enforcement personnel embrace disguise for ceremonial purposes or blending seamlessly into diverse communities they serve.