In fact, nobody really knows its male or female ... another despcription gives this one: A Percht (plural: Perchten) is a figure of the Bavarian-Austrian alpine customs, of which there are, especially in the period from late November to January, several different variants of different character, which in turn can be assigned to two groups: the "good" Schönperchten and the "evil" Schiechperchten,[1] which are supposed to drive out the winter - or the evil spirits of winter - with their hung bells, according to legend (Winteraustreiben or driving out the old year).

thank you, this one is from "before Covid", unfortunately all "Perchtenläufe" have been cancelled last two years

UKE

... a pic from a "Perchtenlauf" in Bavaria

Perchten is a mythical figure that can be found in various forms in continental Germanic and Slavic mythology. She probably emerged from the Nordic goddess Frigg by assimilating Celtic substratum. In Central Germany, the mythical figure Frau Holle corresponds to her. The name is possibly derived from Old High German peraht 'bright, shining' and means "the shining one". Other conjectures suggest that the name Perchta or Percht is of Celtic origin.

Hi, I am a retired IT guy and now really have the time for Photographs. Bought a Fuji X-S10 and I'm happy to share ideas and thoughts.
Spent some time of my life in Cupertino, CA ( mid 80's)

Cheers UKE