Vintage Wall Hanging Art - Venetian masquerade party mask

HISTORY OF MASKS IN VENICE During the Celebration of Carnivals in the past, the streets of Venice were full of the people wearing masks which allowed them to protect their identity and remove any social differences. Besides, masks allowed a wearer hide his identity during licentious and dissolute activities. Gold and Green Color authentic venetian mask with the finest Gold metal filigree. Highly detailed ornamentation, done with with meticulous quality and detailing. Completed with satin ribbons ready to wear to an upcoming masquerade party or hung on your wall as a beautiful piece of Artwork. Handcrafted in Venice by the famous venetian masters 4 miniature murals are located on the top and bottom of each eye opening. On the Top Left side is a depiction of the well known Venice Canals and on the Right side an iconic sheet of music. BACKGROUND The best-known form of transport on the waterways of Venice is the gondola. Today there are only several hundred of these unique, keelless boats left, but their elegant, sleek shape are celebrated on this mask as a romantic symbol of Venice. Mask measures appropriately 6” across the Face x 7” Long Forehead to Chin Good Vintage condition No chips, No Cracks, No Crackling Vibrant and Crisp Finish - No Fading 11-12-24