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The Harlequin and His Mask

July 28th, 2009 · No Comments · Uncategorized

A Harlequin, or alrecchino, is most commonly recognized as a comical character from the famous theatrical performance, the Italian Commedia dell’Arte. The first appearance of the harlequin was during the 16th century. There have been a number of theories attempting to describe the origins of the harlequin, which really adds to his mystery. Some say the harlequin came from Italy, while others believe he was originally French.

The general idea of a harlequin is a slow-thinking yet energetic figure. He has been associated with stupidity but throughout history, the harlequin has proved to be lively and witty. He was an entertainer, an acrobat to be more specific. He would never resort to simple and reserved acts of entertainment. He was the one performing the back flips and other acrobats as well as putting himself in mischievous situations. In other words, he possessed a very clown-like persona.

The arlecchino was a subservient character in all of his acts. One will immediately recognize the harlequin due to his colorful outfit that was created with patches of diamond checkered fabric. Typical colors of a harlequin outfit are blue, green and red. The harlequin mask is the most significant aspect of the ensemble. The mask is usually black or white and has a low forehead along with a wart. It is meant to cover the eyes and the area around them only. These masks were often accompanied by jester hats that had bells attached at the ends. As the harlequin would walk around he would carry a slapstick with him too.

Arlecchino usually had a love interest by the name of Columbine in the Commedia dell’Arte, but he was not always able to woo her. He was a poor soul often hungry for food and thirsty for lust. While he was physically alive and energetic, his mind was rather sluggish. He could not multi-task in his mind and his thoughts were limited. In the Commedia dell’Arte, the harlequin falls for a number of strange traps that he brings upon himself.

The high-spirited and clever harlequin often appears in theatrical performances known as harlequinades. He is always caught in tight situations and is never the one to seek revenge. He often wears a black mask that he can lift in order to reveal himself.

The character of the harlequin has evolved numerous times over the centuries. The 18th Century, however, brought an end to the fantasy and witty characteristics of the harlequin. He became less complex and more one-dimensional.

The Harlequin reappears in modern culture in literature, music, cinema and celebrations. Pop culture has really embraced this acrobatic figure in movies such as Moulin Rouge and Batman. The Mardi Gras in New Orleans is a popular arena for venerating the story and character of the harlequin. They are still dressed in diamond patterned one-piece outfits and decorative masks. The masks are often covered with feathers and decorations. The harlequin masks cover the true identity of the figure behind it and it represents the complex nature of the persona. No one could ever really understand the harlequin.

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Green Feather Mask

July 27th, 2009 · No Comments · Uncategorized

Light green to dark Emerald green feathered Masquerade masks for sale. Get the perfect green feathered mask to wear during Mardi Gras, Carnival, or a masquerade party by browsing the many types of feather masks below. Clicking the links below will open a new window in your browser with a full description of the green feathered masquerade mask for sale on eBay.

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MARDI GRAS YELLOW GREEN PURPLE FEATHER MASK MASQUERADE Mardi Gras Yellow Green Purple Feather Mask Masquerade US $8.50

Green Feather Stick Masquerade Mask Venetian Green Feather Stick Masquerade Mask Venetian US $8.20

Green Feather Sequin Peacock Masquerade Mask Venetian Green Feather Sequin Peacock Masquerade Mask Venetian US $6.38

Green Pink Feather Peacock Masquerade Mask Venetian Green Pink Feather Peacock Masquerade Mask Venetian US $6.38

Green feather mask brown green peacock Mardi Gras AY Green Feather Mask Brown Green Peacock Mardi Gras Ay US $8.51

green feather mask sequin glitter bird wing costume new Green Feather Mask Sequin Glitter Bird Wing Costume New US $9.99

IRISH GREEN EYES Feather Wand Mardi Gras Mask Party Irish Green Eyes Feather Wand Mardi Gras Mask Party US $5.91

GREEN MARDI GRAS FEATHER MASQUERADE RENAISSANCE MASK Green Mardi Gras Feather Masquerade Renaissance Mask US $5.85

Striking Green Masquerade Mask with Side Feather Striking Green Masquerade Mask With Side Feather US $1.48

Saigon Green GOLD Feather Venetian Mardi Gras Mask Saigon Green Gold Feather Venetian Mardi Gras Mask US $14.02

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Purple Feather Mask

July 27th, 2009 · No Comments · Uncategorized

Elegant purple or lavender feathers masquerade masks for sale. Match your mask to your outfit with these mysterious purple feathered mask to wear during Mardi Gras, Carnival, or a masquerade party by browsing the many purple and lavender feather masks below. Clicking the links below will open a new window in your browser with a full description of the purple feathered masquerade mask for sale on eBay.

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PARTY VENETIAN BURLESQUE BLACK FEATHER PURPLE MASK NEW Party Venetian Burlesque Black Feather Purple Mask New US $16.41

MARDI GRAS YELLOW GREEN PURPLE FEATHER MASK MASQUERADE Mardi Gras Yellow Green Purple Feather Mask Masquerade US $8.50

PURPLE SHINY VENETIAN PGG PEACOCK FEATHER MASK Purple Shiny Venetian Pgg Peacock Feather Mask US $15.15

purple sequin mardi gras mask feathers sexy gold shiny Purple Sequin Mardi Gras Mask Feathers Sexy Gold Shiny US $14.99

STUNNING PURPLE FEATHER VENETIAN MASK BRAND NEW Stunning Purple Feather Venetian Mask Brand New US $5.98

LOVE ROMANCE Peacock Feather Mask Costume PURPLE Love Romance Peacock Feather Mask Costume Purple US $7.99

Purple Feather Mardi Gras Mask Costume Masquerade NEW Purple Feather Mardi Gras Mask Costume Masquerade New US $5.39

ELEGANT PURPLE FEATHER MASK MASQUERADE MARDI GRAS NEW Elegant Purple Feather Mask Masquerade Mardi Gras New US $16.10

Purple Feather Sequin Mardi Gras Mask With Tassel Purple Feather Sequin Mardi Gras Mask With Tassel US $9.99

Saigon Purple Feather Mardi Gras Mask Jewel Masquerade Saigon Purple Feather Mardi Gras Mask Jewel Masquerade US $14.02

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Black Feather Masks

July 27th, 2009 · No Comments · Uncategorized

Beautiful black feather masquerade masks for sale. Each masquerade mask is distinct in shape and style, and it is common to match the color of your mask with the rest of your costume or clothing. Find the perfect black feather mask to wear during Mardi Gras, Carnival, or a masquerade party by browsing the many types of black feather masks below.

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PARTYMASK BLACK LACE RED BLACK FEATHER MASQUERADE MASK Partymask Black Lace Red Black Feather Masquerade Mask US $11.97

GOLD BURLESQUE VENETIAN BLACK FEATHER MASQUERADE MASK Gold Burlesque Venetian Black Feather Masquerade Mask US $16.41

RED BURLESQUE VENETIAN BLACK FEATHER MASQUERADE MASK Red Burlesque Venetian Black Feather Masquerade Mask US $17.91

PARTYMASK BLACK LACE BURLESQUE FEATHER MASQUERADE MASK Partymask Black Lace Burlesque Feather Masquerade Mask US $17.91

Masquerade Ball Black Lace Feather Face Mask Masquerade Ball Black Lace Feather Face Mask US $13.47

Mask Designer Feather Venetian Masquerade Blk Teal Mask Designer Feather Venetian Masquerade Blk Teal US $22.46

Mask Designer Feather Venetian Masquerade Blk Peacock f Mask Designer Feather Venetian Masquerade Blk Peacock F US $22.46

Masquerade Mask Black red feathers ONE OF A KIND Masquerade Mask Black Red Feathers One Of A Kind US $37.46

Black Jewel Venetian Feather Mask Masquerade Mardi Gras Black Jewel Venetian Feather Mask Masquerade Mardi Gras US $17.57

PINK BLACK MASQUERADE COSTUME MASK FEATHERS ROSES Pink Black Masquerade Costume Mask Feathers Roses US $36.46

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Feathered Masquerade Masks

July 27th, 2009 · No Comments · Uncategorized

Beautiful feather adorned masquerade masks for sale. Each fantastic masquerade mask is distinct in shape and style, and it is common to match the color of your mask with the rest of your costume or clothing. Find the perfect feathered mask to wear during Mardi Gras, Carnival, or a masquerade party by browsing the many types of feather masks below. Clicking the links below will open a new window in your browser with a full description of the feathered masquerade masks for sale on eBay.

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MARDI GRAS MASQUERADE RENAISSANCE PARTY FEATHER MASK Mardi Gras Masquerade Renaissance Party Feather Mask US $2.95

GOLD BURLESQUE VENETIAN BLACK FEATHER MASQUERADE MASK Gold Burlesque Venetian Black Feather Masquerade Mask US $16.41

Fancy Masks Feathered Venetian Mask Masquerade Party Fancy Masks Feathered Venetian Mask Masquerade Party US $1.48

Fancy Masks Feathered Venetian Mask Masquerade Party Fancy Masks Feathered Venetian Mask Masquerade Party US $1.48

Feather Red Mask Party Costume Masquerade Peacock Eye Feather Red Mask Party Costume Masquerade Peacock Eye US $.99

Feathere Blue Mask Party Costume Masquerade Mardi Gras Feathere Blue Mask Party Costume Masquerade Mardi Gras US $.99

Venetian RED Feather Mask Party Costume Masquerade Eye Venetian Red Feather Mask Party Costume Masquerade Eye US $.99

Feathere RED Mask Party Costume Masquerade Mardi Gras Feathere Red Mask Party Costume Masquerade Mardi Gras US $.99

RED BURLESQUE VENETIAN BLACK FEATHER MASQUERADE MASK Red Burlesque Venetian Black Feather Masquerade Mask US $17.91

PARTYMASK BLACK LACE BURLESQUE FEATHER MASQUERADE MASK Partymask Black Lace Burlesque Feather Masquerade Mask US $17.91

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Mardi Gras Masks as Art

July 27th, 2009 · No Comments · Uncategorized

The Mardi Gras Mask and Its Features

Image of blue venetian maskWhile Mardi Gras masks are being mass produced in modern times, thousands of people continue the tradition of creating handmade masks. This is an art form that has passed down from one generation to another and one culture to another. One can find original Mardi Gras masks from all parts of the world as collectible items or to wear during masked festivals.

Mardi Gras masks have been influenced from various Venetian masks from the 15th Century. This was the time where actual guilds were dedicated to the production of original handcrafted masquerade masks. Traditional masks, including Mardi Gras masks have decorative works of art. A lot of attention to detail and craftsmanship goes into making these disguises.

The most common type of Mardi Gras mask is the half-face one. This type generally covers the top portion of the face in order for the wearer to speak, eat and drink. These masks can be wrapped around the head using ribbon or can be attached to a stick. Individual wearers can then hold the masks and be able to reveal their identities as needed.

Bold and bright colors are typical of Mardi Gras. The traditional trio of colors for Mardi Gras in New Orleans is purple, yellow and green. Over time, participants of the celebrations began to wear masks of all sorts of colors and decorations. Mardi Gras masks are typically covered with bird feathers, beads, gems metallic paints, colorful designs and glitter. The more elaborate the masks are, the livelier the festival ultimately becomes.

By wearing a mask, individuals can conceal their identities from one another and participate in various acts with freedom. One is free from judgment and there is the opportunity to embody a different persona.

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Blue Gold Venetian Mask Masquerade Mardi Gras
Blue Gold Venetian Mask Masquerade Mardi Gras
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Blue Gold Venetian Mask Masquerade Mardi Gras
Blue Gold Venetian Mask Masquerade Mardi Gras
US $44.94
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BLUE BUTTERFLY Handmade Leather Mask Brazil MARDI GRAS
Blue Butterfly Handmade Leather Mask Brazil Mardi Gras
US $39.85
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VENETIAN MARDI GRAS MASQUERADE BALL MASK COSTUME PARTY
Venetian Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball Mask Costume Party
US $29.99
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royalty RED BLUE GOLD MASK costume JESTER mardi gras
Royalty Red Blue Gold Mask Costume Jester Mardi Gras
US $24.99
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SHOWGIRL OSTRICH Feather Mask BLUE Mardi GRAS Carnival
Showgirl Ostrich Feather Mask Blue Mardi Gras Carnival
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Mardi Gras Masks For Sale

July 27th, 2009 · No Comments · Uncategorized

Mardi Gras masks for sale at great prices. Perfect for Mardis Gras, parties, or just playing around. We have a wide variety of masks available in just about any color or style you could imagine. If you buy one of the prettier masks, you can use it as a wall accent when you are done with your party. The mask can serve as a memento of the good times you had.

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Ceramic New Orleans Wall Mask Ceramic Mardi Gras Lady Ceramic New Orleans Wall Mask Ceramic Mardi Gras Lady US $75.00

Mardi Gras Mask Beads Hand Painted Polystone 33 inch Mardi Gras Mask Beads Hand Painted Polystone 33 Inch US $4.99

12 Sequin MARDI GRAS MASK Green Purple Gold Costume EYE 12 Sequin Mardi Gras Mask Green Purple Gold Costume Eye US $9.95

36 Assorted MARDI GRAS TATTOOS Party Favors Mask NIP 36 Assorted Mardi Gras Tattoos Party Favors Mask Nip US $3.33

MARDI GRAS MASQUERADE RENAISSANCE PARTY FEATHER MASK Mardi Gras Masquerade Renaissance Party Feather Mask US $2.95

Mardi Gras Bellydancer Performance Dancer Bronze Mask Mardi Gras Bellydancer Performance Dancer Bronze Mask US $99.95

Pink Champagne Ice Mardi Gras Ball Mask Glamour Party Pink Champagne Ice Mardi Gras Ball Mask Glamour Party US $5.95

Feathere Blue Mask Party Costume Masquerade Mardi Gras Feathere Blue Mask Party Costume Masquerade Mardi Gras US $.99

OWL PIN BROOCH BIRD FIGURAL JEWELRY MARDI GRAS MASK Owl Pin Brooch Bird Figural Jewelry Mardi Gras Mask US $7.99

Antiqued Silver Crystal Mask Carnival Mardi Gras Brooch Antiqued Silver Crystal Mask Carnival Mardi Gras Brooch US $8.20

Enamel Drama Face Mask Carnival Mardi Gras Brooch 9376 Enamel Drama Face Mask Carnival Mardi Gras Brooch 9376 US $6.80

VENETIAN Silver MASK MARDI GRAS SEQUIN PARTY Costume Venetian Silver Mask Mardi Gras Sequin Party Costume US $.99

PURPLE PASSION MARDI GRAS Masquerade Ball Mask PEACOCK Purple Passion Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball Mask Peacock US $6.95

Hand Made Ceramic Mardi Gras Mask Signed by Rose EL Hand Made Ceramic Mardi Gras Mask Signed By Rose El US $4.99

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His & Hers Mardi Gras Masks

July 6th, 2009 · No Comments · Uncategorized

his and hers masquerade ball masksElegant His & Hers Masquerade Ball masks for sale. These beautiful matching masks are great for Masquerade Balls and Mardi Gras Parties. These masks are usually silver or gold and are adorned with feathers for the ladies.

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His Hers Black Gold Masquerade Ball Masks Fancy Dress His Hers Black Gold Masquerade Ball Masks Fancy Dress US $41.21

His Hers Purple Gold Venetian Masquerade Masks His Hers Purple Gold Venetian Masquerade Masks US $37.45

His Hers Black Gold Venetian Masquerade Masks His Hers Black Gold Venetian Masquerade Masks US $35.95

His Hers White Gold Venetian Masquerade Masks His Hers White Gold Venetian Masquerade Masks US $37.45

His Hers Pink Silver Venetian Dress Masquerade Masks His Hers Pink Silver Venetian Dress Masquerade Masks US $37.45

His Hers Black Silver Venetian Masquerade Masks His Hers Black Silver Venetian Masquerade Masks US $59.93

His Hers Pink Purple Silver Venetian Masquerade Masks His Hers Pink Purple Silver Venetian Masquerade Masks US $59.93

His Hers White Black Gold Venetian Masquerade Masks His Hers White Black Gold Venetian Masquerade Masks US $59.93

His Hers White Silver Gold Masquerade Wedding Masks His Hers White Silver Gold Masquerade Wedding Masks US $59.93

His Hers Black Pink Gold Venetian Masquerade Masks His Hers Black Pink Gold Venetian Masquerade Masks US $59.93

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Mardi Gras King Costume

July 6th, 2009 · No Comments · Uncategorized

Be the King of Mardi Gras with these flowing velvet King's costumes for sale. Get all the attention when you go to your next Mardi Gras celebration as the King, presiding over the activities.

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king robe crown kit set child purple mardi gras costume King Robe Crown Kit Set Child Purple Mardi Gras Costume US $18.99

Mardi Gras King Robe Crown SET mens halloween costume Mardi Gras King Robe Crown Set Mens Halloween Costume US $19.95

mardi gras royalty crown costume prop king queen gold Mardi Gras Royalty Crown Costume Prop King Queen Gold US $36.99

mardi gras beads PURPLE KING CAKE BABY EARRINGS costume Mardi Gras Beads Purple King Cake Baby Earrings Costume US $5.99

KARNEVAL MARDI GRAS CARNIVAL KING mens costume Karneval Mardi Gras Carnival King Mens Costume US $29.95

Costumes Mardi Gras King Red Velvet Costume Costumes Mardi Gras King Red Velvet Costume US $59.99

king robe crown kit set child purple mardi gras costume King Robe Crown Kit Set Child Purple Mardi Gras Costume US $18.99

King Costume Magi Sheik Adult Mens Sultan Mardi Gras King Costume Magi Sheik Adult Mens Sultan Mardi Gras US $62.99

KINGS JESTER Mardi Gras Masquerade Adult Costume 15018 Kings Jester Mardi Gras Masquerade Adult Costume 15018 US $29.99

Kings Crown renaissance Royalty costume Mardi Gras Play Kings Crown Renaissance Royalty Costume Mardi Gras Play US $12.00

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