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In a hauntingly beautiful portrait, a figure emerges from shadow, clad in a period-accurate ruff and dark doublet, yet adorned with unsettling clown makeup—red tears, a bloodied nose, and hollow eyes. The contrast between refined historical attire and grotesque visage creates a powerful sense of psychological unease. Photographer Kozlov Evgeniy masterfully captures the duality of elegance and dread, suggesting a jester cursed by time or madness. This image transcends mere costume, becoming a metaphor for hidden sorrow beneath a performative smile. The dark, moody lighting enhances the eerie atmosphere, making the subject both captivating and unnerving.