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What is the purpose of Venetian masks?

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What is the purpose of Venetian masks?
The purpose of Venetian masks was originally related to the observance of the Carnival festival in Venice. People wore masks to disguise their identities during the fun. Today, people tend to use the masks as decorations. 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
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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
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1990s Hungarian Modern Porcelain

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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
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

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
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1930s Art Deco Mixed Media

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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
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Vintage 1970s Italian Renaissance Revival Figurative Sculptures

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Murano Glass

Art Deco Handcrafted Wood Panel Wall Sculpture Venetian Mask, 1930s
Located in Atlanta, GA
This superb French Art Deco wooden panel or wall-mounted sculpture features a spectacular Venetian
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Leather, Wood

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