Masked Collection (#33)

Person in mask and costume, Venice Carnival, Venice, Veneto, Italy, Europe

People in masks and costume, Venice Carnival, Venice, Veneto, Italy, Europe

Masked face and costume at the Venice Carnival, with gondolas on waterfront and San Giorgio Maggiore behind, Venice, Veneto, Italy, Europe

Carnival costume, Venice, Veneto, Italy, Europe

Carnival costumes, Venice, Veneto, Italy, Europe

People in Carnival costume, Venice, Veneto, Italy, Europe

Portrait of a person dressed in mask and costume taking part in Carnival, Venice Carnival, Venice, Veneto, Italy, Europe

Couple dressed in masks and costumes taking part in Carnival, Venice Carnival, Venice, Veneto, Italy, Europe

Portrait of a person dressed in mask and costume posing in front of the Bridge of Sighs, Venice Carnival, Venice, Veneto, Italy, Europe

Wayong orong, theatre performance, Puri Ambian Basse, island of Bali, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

A dancer with an animal mask in a trance performing the fire dance on Bali, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Close up of a monk dancing in full traditional costume in monastery courtyard, Hemis Festival, Hemis, Ladakh, India, Asia

Procession in monastery courtyard with monk musicians wearing masks blowing traditional horns, Hemis Festival, Hemis, Ladakh, India, Asia

Dancer in traditional garb, Gyantse, Tibet, China, Asia

Crowds of costumed dancers celebrate Chinese New Year, Xining, Qinghai Province, China, Asia

Man dressed up for carnival, Virgen de la Candelaria fiesta, Copacabana, Lake Titicaca, Bolivia, South America

Portrait of a Tobas warrior, the Devil dance (La Diablada), carnival, Oruro, Bolivia, South America

Buddhist festival (Tsechu), Haa Valley, Bhutan, Asia

Buddhist Festival (Tsechus), Haa Valley, Bhutan, Asia

Masked Bhutanese dancers, Bhutan

Head and shoulders portrait of a person wearing mask headdress and brightly coloured costume, Gombey, island of Bermuda, Atlantic, Central America

Gombeys, Bermuda, Central America

Person wearing mask, Gombey, Bermuda, Central America

Roller and Scheller (female and male), Fasnacht carnival, Imst, Austria, Europe

Two people wearing masks and traditional dress, one carrying a broomstick, in the Fasnacht carnival in Imst, Austria, Europe

People wearing masks, one with a tall pointed hat, Fasnacht carnival, Imst, Austria, Europe

Senufo masks during festivities in the village of Loulouni, Sikasso area, Mali, Africa

Masked Dogon dancers, Sangha, Mali, Africa

Verdi / Ballo / Liebig 5
Act 3 scene 8 : at the masked ball Oscar reveals what costume Riccardo will be wearing

LA Fenice, Venice
A masked ball is held in the auditorium of La Fenice, Venice Date: 1866

Masked Lute-Player
A masked performer plays the lute

Carnival Champagne
Bubbly Bath : a swooning, or perhaps drunk, woman is embraced by a man in pierrot costume while another masked woman pours champagne over her

HENRY IV AT THE GLOBE
Masked and pipe-smoking ladies in the " Pit" watching a performance of Shakespeares " Henry IV"

Munich Masked Ball 1890S
People at a masked ball in the Deutschen Theater, Munich

Social / German Mask Ball
Guests at a German masked ball

The Masked King / Holmes
A SCANDAL IN BOHEMIA The masked King visits Holmes & is immediately recognised

Terentius / Terence / Anon
PUBLIUS TERENTIUS AFER (known as TERENCE ) Roman writer, depicted with two masked actors

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"Unveiling the Enigmatic: A Journey through Masked Histories and Cultures" Step into a world shrouded in mystery as we explore the captivating realm of masks. From the haunting Plague doctors of the 17th century to Kay Nielsen's enchanting artwork in "The Chariot, " these masked figures have left an indelible mark on history. Travel with us to Scotland, UK, where satellite images reveal a land steeped in ancient traditions and hidden secrets. Annie Peck, masked and dressed for climbing, embodies bravery and determination against nature's challenges. Witness the evolution of plague doctors from their eerie origins in the 18th century to C. H. Shepard's vibrant portrayal during Carnival in Venice. X-X-X-X-Xmas by J. Gordge adds a touch of festive intrigue while Costume Design for Don Giovanni by Mozart transports us to an operatic world filled with masked allure. Venice, Veneto, Italy beckons us further into its seductive embrace as we encounter a mysterious character standing before Palazzo dei Dogi during Carnival. The Commedia dell'arte engraving from the 16th century reminds us of Italy's rich theatrical heritage. Delve deeper into mask culture across continents as we uncover Bobo masks amidst festivities in Sikasso, Mali, Africa. These intricate creations celebrate tradition and community spirit. Finally, let Police Mag. 's cover from 1933 serve as a reminder that even within our own societies, masks can hide both truth and deception. Join us on this mesmerizing journey through time and space where every mask holds untold stories waiting to be unraveled. Discover how these enigmatic disguises continue to captivate our imagination across diverse cultures worldwide.