[fruser1]

<>The portraits are portraits of "Doges". The hat is part of the regalia.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Doge_of_Venice

I don't think anyone really knows why the odd back, but according to wiki, thought to have become associated with freedom.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phrygian_cap

[mairdie]

Thank you.

Very strange outfits. At first, I thought the strings they tie under their chins were scratches in the paintings. At least they kept their ears warm.