Fancy Dress Costume Collection (#46)

Venice, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Veneto, Italy, Europe

Guan Yin Gorge Park in a long exposure, with an actor in Monkey King costume sitting on the bridge, waiting for visitors, Lijiang, Yunnan, China, Asia

Narrensprung, traditional carnival, Rottweiler Fasnet, Rottweil, Black Forest, Baden Wurttemberg, Germany, Europe

France, Paris, Costume sketch for Cajus in Falstaff by Giuseppe Verdi for the performance at Paris Opera Comique
Giuseppe Verdi (1813-1901), Falstaff, 1893. Costume sketch for Cajus by Jean Aujame (1905-1965) for the performance at Paris, Opera Comique, May 16, 1952

France, Paris, Costume sketch for Falstaff as Black Hunter in Falstaff by Giuseppe Verdi for performance at Paris Opera
Giuseppe Verdi (1813-1901), Falstaff, 1893. Costume sketch for Falstaff as Black Hunter by Jean Aujame (1905-1965) for the performance at Paris, Opera Comique, May 16, 1952

France, Paris, Carnival of VeNice (Minuetto)
Giovanni Domenico (or Giandomenico) Tiepolo (1727-1804), Carnival of Venice (Minuetto)

Samba Parade at the Carnival in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, South America

Couple in traditional costumes of Witch and Spattlehansel, Swabian Alemannic carnival, Gengenbach, Black Forest, Baden Wurttemberg, Germany, Europe

Man in traditional costume (Schantle), Narrensprung, traditional carnival, Rottweiler Fasnet, Rottweil, Black Forest, Baden Wurttemberg, Germany, Europe

Man in traditional costume (Federahannes), Narrensprung, traditional carnival, Rottweiler Fasnet, Rottweil, Black Forest, Baden Wurttemberg, Germany, Europe

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"Unmasking the World's Finest: A Spectacle of Fancy Dress Costumes" Step into a world of enchantment as two ladies adorned in blue and gold masks transport you to the mesmerizing Venice Carnival, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The allure continues with a scene straight out of Victor Hugo's Les Miserables, featuring Javert, the relentless detective, captured in an exquisite engraving. Feel the rhythm pulsate through your veins as Olodum drum band takes center stage during Bahia's carnival in Brazil, South America. Then be captivated by another duo at Venice Carnival - this time a lady and gentleman elegantly donning red and white masks amidst the romantic backdrop of Veneto, Italy. Travel back in time to witness Princess Elizabeth (later Elizabeth II) on her betrothal to Lieutenant Philip Mountbatten at Buckingham Palace in 1947. This black and white photograph exudes timeless elegance. Switzerland beckons with its vibrant Carnival of Basel (Basler Fasnacht), where revelers immerse themselves in colorful costumes that reflect various cantons' coat of arms. Marvel at Pythagoras and Euclid immortalized on a marble tile from 1437 or explore intricate ivory relief depicting Boethius' Consular diptych from 487 AD. Delve into history further with Patsy Cornwallis-West, an Irish-born aristocrat who became King Edward VII's mistress - her enigmatic presence preserved forever through captivating black and white photography. Finally, lose yourself amidst the splendorous Masks and costumes adorning Venice during its famed carnival season. Let these glimpses into different eras and cultures ignite your imagination as you embark on an extraordinary journey through fancy dress costume traditions across continents. Experience wonder like never before as these snapshots unveil tales woven within each thread of fabric; for behind every mask lies untold stories waiting to be discovered.