I love the thought 

Cathrine Edlinger-Kunze's painting presents a figure rendered in a blend of abstract and figurative styles. The harlequin pattern adorning her dress immediately brings to mind the Commedia dell'Arte, a theatrical tradition born in 16th-century Italy. This character, known for wit and agility, often bridged social gaps with cunning and humor. Yet, the fragmented and muted rendering of the harlequin motif in Edlinger-Kunze’s work suggests a subversion of this joyful archetype. Think of Picasso's harlequins, often melancholic and introspective, or even the medieval fool, a figure of both amusement and profound insight. These characters resonate across eras, embodying shifting cultural attitudes toward identity and performance. The figure's facelessness invites us to project our own emotions onto the image, engaging with the artwork on a deeply personal level, influenced by archetypes that are embedded deep in our subconscious. The harlequin, reborn in countless forms, reflects our eternal quest to understand ourselves through the masks we wear.