Carnevale Masks
Parties have been around for hundreds of years, as a way celebration and social gathering. Masks at parties and celebrations were most popular during the renaissance period. More specifically in Italy, during carnevale season when the streets became filled with people dressed in elaborate costume.
Summary of culture
In 15th Century Italy when Carnevale and masquerade balls were at their peak, the culture and religious beliefs of the majority was Roman Catholic. In Roman Catholic, they belief in the bible as the inspirational word of god; As well Baptisms are performed to become catholic. Roman Catholics believe in Gods ten commandments as an ethical standard, also that god is not one but three persons being the father, son, and holy spirit. …show more content…
Carnivale was a large celebration before lent, in which many catholics give up certain luxuries in their lives for religious purposes. During Carnevale the streets became one big party where everyone was dressed in elaborate costumes and featuring a mask. It traditionally become a time when roles were reversed (men and women, or nobility and commoners). Hence the purpose of the mask to hide one's true self during this time of celebration. Social status during this time was very important to people during this period, Carnevale was popular for this reason because it allowed for freedom to become someone you weren’t.
Types of masks
Venetian Masks came in many different styles each associated with type of person/ social class.
The Bauta mask covered the whole face, known for its square jawline, pointed upward to allow for eating and talking because the mask didn't have a mouth. The Bauta mask became regulated by venetian government as standard disguise to wear to certain political events when citizens were required to being disguise.
Columbina was an eye mask made popular by an actress who did not wish to fully cover her face. The mask was held on the face using ribbon or a baton.
A “plague doctor” mask by far the most recognizable of venetian masks with its long neck. Charles de lorme, a french physician designed this mask with the purpose of treating plague victims without contracting the disease.
How they created
Summary of culture
In 15th Century Italy when Carnevale and masquerade balls were at their peak, the culture and religious beliefs of the majority was Roman Catholic. In Roman Catholic, they belief in the bible as the inspirational word of god; As well Baptisms are performed to become catholic. Roman Catholics believe in Gods ten commandments as an ethical standard, also that god is not one but three persons being the father, son, and holy spirit. …show more content…
Carnivale was a large celebration before lent, in which many catholics give up certain luxuries in their lives for religious purposes. During Carnevale the streets became one big party where everyone was dressed in elaborate costumes and featuring a mask. It traditionally become a time when roles were reversed (men and women, or nobility and commoners). Hence the purpose of the mask to hide one's true self during this time of celebration. Social status during this time was very important to people during this period, Carnevale was popular for this reason because it allowed for freedom to become someone you weren’t.
Types of masks
Venetian Masks came in many different styles each associated with type of person/ social class.
The Bauta mask covered the whole face, known for its square jawline, pointed upward to allow for eating and talking because the mask didn't have a mouth. The Bauta mask became regulated by venetian government as standard disguise to wear to certain political events when citizens were required to being disguise.
Columbina was an eye mask made popular by an actress who did not wish to fully cover her face. The mask was held on the face using ribbon or a baton.
A “plague doctor” mask by far the most recognizable of venetian masks with its long neck. Charles de lorme, a french physician designed this mask with the purpose of treating plague victims without contracting the disease.
How they created