A philandering painter whose portrait of a masked woman in furs becomes a city-wide sensation. He initially denies knowing the models, randomly provides a false name under threat of a duel, and later falls in love with Leopoldine Dur despite complications from his past affair.
Secret romantic affair that initiates the central plot conflict.
Parallel romantic affair that mirrors Gerta's relationship with the artist.
Adversarial dynamic as Karl seeks answers about his wife's secret.
Adversarial dynamic as Paul defends his engagement and honor.
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