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What are Venetian masks called?
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Venetian masks are an essential part of the Venetian Carnival, a celebration that dates back to the 1300s. Venetian masks generally fall under two categories: carnival masks and commedia dell’arte (comedy of artists). Commedia dell’arte masks were usually worn by troupe performers and helped identify the type of character the actor portrayed. Carnival masks were typically worn by everyone else and obscured the wearer’s identity. Find a range of Venetian masks on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Murano Glass Venetian Mask, 1980s
Located in Roma, IT
Murano glass Venetian mask is a beautiful glass decorative object, realized by Murano manufacture
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Herend Modern Figure Venetian Mask Hand-Painted Porcelain
By Gyorgy Farkasréti
Located in Cagliari, IT
Herend Hungarian hand-painted porcelain figure depicting a Venetian mask, decorated with a motif of
Category
1990s Hungarian Modern Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Jean Calogero, Surreal Fantasy Painting of Venetian Masks
By Jean Calogero
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A tower of a figure with Venetian masks on a floral base with a nest of tiny lights above, all set
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Italian Necklace with Venetian Mask Pendant Yellow Gold Diamonds and Sapphires
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The Italian Necklace with Venetian Mask Pendant is a captivating piece of jewelry that beautifully
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Venetian Mask Handcarved Wood Panel Wall Sculpture
Located in Atlanta, GA
Venetian mask. This high-dimensional panel is made of natural wood with a warm tone and refined detailing
Category
1930s Art Deco Mixed Media
Materials
Wood
Venetian mask in Murano glass, Venini label
By Venini
Located in Milano, IT
Step into the enchanting world of Venetian carnival with this exquisite Elegant Venetian Mask
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Renaissance Revival Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
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