Mask Collection (page 8)

Helmet, from 'Meyer's Lexicon', pub. 1927 (print)
3506041 Helmet, from 'Meyer's Lexicon', pub. 1927 (print) by German School, (20th century).

Opera performance in Cochinchina (southern Vietnam). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Bernieri after Angelo
FLO4624201 Opera performance in Cochinchina (southern Vietnam). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Bernieri after Angelo Monticelli from Giulio Ferrario's Ancient

Woman in Poker player fancy dress costume with mask, fork and dress with card symbols
FLO4684649 Woman in Poker player fancy dress costume with mask, fork and dress with card symbols. Lithograph by unknown artist with stencil handcolouring from " Nos Travestis"

Woman in a ball gown, with chapeau topped with a pouf decorated with ribbons and laurel leaves, fichu
FLO4671829 Woman in a ball gown, with chapeau topped with a pouf decorated with ribbons and laurel leaves, fichu, corset in English taffeta, and blue taffeta petticoat

Ancient Roman musical instruments. A timbrel of Basque drum (1), a citharistria or female minstrel (2)
FLO4593639 Ancient Roman musical instruments. A timbrel of Basque drum (1), a citharistria or female minstrel (2), a double Lithuus (3), Pan playing on the syrinx (4)

Letter M N: mask, mecano, trunk, new circus, Christmas tree, Nžgresse. Engraving in ' ABC of toys''
DUV4208347 Letter M N: mask, mecano, trunk, new circus, Christmas tree, Nžgresse. Engraving in ' ABC of toys''

Letter A and B: Harlequin (Commedia dell'arte) and Bobeche (Antoine Mandelot), beg 20th century (chromolithograph)
DUV4204031 Letter A and B: Harlequin (Commedia dell'arte) and Bobeche (Antoine Mandelot), beg 20th century (chromolithograph); 25x17.5 cm; (add.info.: Drolatic album (abecedary)

2020 Turkish GP
ISTANBUL PARK, TURKEY - NOVEMBER 14: Esteban Ocon, Renault F1 during the Turkish GP at Istanbul Park on Saturday November 14, 2020, Turkey. (Photo by Mark Sutton / Sutton Images)

2020 Sochi
SOCHI AUTODROM, RUSSIAN FEDERATION - SEPTEMBER 27: Mick Schumacher (DEU, PREMA RACING) celebrates on the podium with the champagne at Sochi Autodrom on Sunday September 27, 2020 in Sochi

Formula 1 2021: Styrian GP
RED BULL RING, AUSTRIA - JUNE 27: Sir Lewis Hamilton, Mercedes arrives at the track during the Styrian GP at Red Bull Ring on Sunday June 27, 2021 in Spielberg, Austria

2020 Bahrain II
BAHRAIN INTERNATIONAL CIRCUIT, BAHRAIN - DECEMBER 06: F2 driver of the year Yuki Tsunoda (JPN, CARLIN) celebrates on the podium with the trophy at Bahrain International Circuit on Sunday December 06

2020 Hungarian GP
HUNGARORING, HUNGARY - JULY 16: Lando Norris, McLaren during the Hungarian GP at Hungaroring on Thursday July 16, 2020 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Mark Sutton / Sutton Images)

Venice dream
Bruno Lavi

2020 British GP
SILVERSTONE, UNITED KINGDOM - AUGUST 02: Race Winner Lewis Hamilton, Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 with the trophies on the podium during the British GP at Silverstone on Sunday August 02

2020 British GP
SILVERSTONE, UNITED KINGDOM - AUGUST 01: Lewis Hamilton, Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 during the British GP at Silverstone on Saturday August 01, 2020 in Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

2020 Bahrain
BAHRAIN INTERNATIONAL CIRCUIT, BAHRAIN - NOVEMBER 28: Callum Ilott (GBR, UNI-VIRTUOSI) celebrates on the podium with the trophy at Bahrain International Circuit on Saturday November 28

Formula 1 2021: Hungarian GP
HUNGARORING, HUNGARY - JULY 30: Charles Leclerc, Ferrari during the Hungarian GP at Hungaroring on Friday July 30, 2021 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Charles Coates / LAT Images)

2020 Bahrain
BAHRAIN INTERNATIONAL CIRCUIT, BAHRAIN - NOVEMBER 29: Race Winner Robert Shwartzman (RUS, PREMA RACING) celebrates on the podium with the trophy at Bahrain International Circuit on Sunday November

Formula 1 2021: Turkish GP
ISTANBUL PARK, TURKEY - OCTOBER 10: Fernando Alonso, Alpine F1 poses for a selfie as he arrives at the track during the Turkish GP at Istanbul Park on Sunday October 10, 2021, Turkey

2020 Monza
AUTODROMO NAZIONALE MONZA, ITALY - SEPTEMBER 05: Race winner Mick Schumacher (DEU, PREMA RACING) celebrates in Parc Ferme at Autodromo Nazionale Monza on Saturday September 05, 2020 in Monza, Italy

2020 Bahrain
BAHRAIN INTERNATIONAL CIRCUIT, BAHRAIN - NOVEMBER 26: Mick Schumacher (DEU, PREMA RACING) walks the track at Bahrain International Circuit on Thursday November 26, 2020 in Sakhir, Bahrain

After the masquerade (engraving)
8631135 After the masquerade (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: After the masquerade)

Vauxhall Gardens (engraving)
8631242 Vauxhall Gardens (engraving) by Ricketts, Charles (1866-1931); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vauxhall Gardens. Illustration from Black and White)

Masked Ball at the Paris Opera House (engraving)
8631236 Masked Ball at the Paris Opera House (engraving) by Robaudi, Alcide Theophile (1850-1928); Private Collection; (add.info.: Masked Ball at the Paris Opera House)

Masked Ball at the Paris Opera House (engraving)
8631234 Masked Ball at the Paris Opera House (engraving) by Robaudi, Alcide Theophile (1850-1928); Private Collection; (add.info.: Masked Ball at the Paris Opera House, on the Grand Staircase)

Spring festival at the Tibetan Buddhist monastery of Hemis, Ladakh, India (litho)
8672134 Spring festival at the Tibetan Buddhist monastery of Hemis, Ladakh, India (litho) by Sabattier, Louis Remy (1863-1935); Private Collection; (add.info)

Group dance at the Wigman School (b/w photo)
8672793 Group dance at the Wigman School (b/w photo) by Richter, Ursula (1886-1946); Private Collection; (add.info.: Group dance at the Wigman School)

Mask, c.1845 (painted wood)
PEM216350 Mask, c.1845 (painted wood) by American School, (19th century); height: 33 cm; Peabody Essex Museum, Salem, Massachusetts, USA.

Portrait of Machtelt Suijs, c.1540-45 (oil on wood)
XOS5880845 Portrait of Machtelt Suijs, c.1540-45 (oil on wood) by Heemskerck, Maerten van (1498-1574); 107x97 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Painting by Maerten van Heemskerck).

French, Italian and German Sculpture of the 18th Century (engraving)
8644823 French, Italian and German Sculpture of the 18th Century (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: French)

Mane, Mask, Mast, Maul, Mice, Milk, Mill, Mine, Mold, Mole, Moon, Muff (engraving)
8651804 Mane, Mask, Mast, Maul, Mice, Milk, Mill, Mine, Mold, Mole, Moon, Muff (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mane, Mask, Mast, Maul, Mice)

shadow
Masatoshi Washimi

Where does the mask begin and end?
Simon JG Ciappara FRPS

Lion Mom
Jota de jai

Ancient Greek musical instruments and theatrical masks (engraving)
8635059 Ancient Greek musical instruments and theatrical masks (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Twelve
Treechild

HALF
Julija Belickienė

Because Gazelle is too beautiful to kill
Julija Belickienė

Take off the masks
Martin Lee

Faces
Aylin Demir

Glittered Beauty
Artelele

Self-limit
Sumit Dhuper

White Flowers Bouquet
Frida Floral Studio

Mask of a satyr, 2nd century AD, white marble, National Roman Museum at the Baths of Diocletian, Rome, Italy
6384377 Mask of a satyr, 2nd century AD, white marble, National Roman Museum at the Baths of Diocletian, Rome, Italy; Museo Nazionale Romano, Terme di Diocleziano, Rome

2020 Berlin ePrix I
BERLIN TEMPELHOF AIRPORT, GERMANY - AUGUST 04: Allan McNish, Team Principal, Audi Sport Abt Schaeffler, walks the track during the Berlin ePrix I at Berlin Tempelhof Airport on Tuesday August 04

Italian game card representing a madman (jolly or jocker). 19th century print
FGL5482875 Italian game card representing a madman (jolly or jocker). 19th century print; Fototeca Gilardi.

Education : un ecolier indiscipline portant le masque de l"ane (bonnet d'ane), est gronde par son instituteur
FGL5492623 Education : un ecolier indiscipline portant le masque de l"ane (bonnet d'ane), est gronde par son instituteur. Gravure du 19eme siecle ©Fototeca/Leemage; Fototeca Gilardi.

Roman theatrical masks
7177145 Roman theatrical masks; Private Collection; (add.info.: Roman theatrical masks. The masks were quite large and covered the actor's entire head, they were also colour coded)

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"Masks: Unveiling the Rich Tapestry of History and Culture" From the golden mask of Tutankhamun displayed at the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, Egypt to the haunting plague doctor masks depicted in 17th-century artwork, masks have played a significant role throughout history. In a vibrant 19th-century painting, Pulcinella is seen donning a mask while offering pasta to a little Pulcinella, showcasing how masks were not only used for disguise but also as symbols of tradition and entertainment. During times of war and conflict, masks took on new meanings. A recruitment poster for the Corps of Military Police reminds us of their importance in protecting soldiers' identities. Meanwhile, Jackie Robinson's daring steal home under catcher Andy Seminick's tag showcases how even sports embraced masks as tools for strategy and triumph. The dark days of World War II saw women wearing gas masks on the home front as protection against chemical attacks. These images serve as powerful reminders of resilience during challenging times. Masks also hold cultural significance beyond warfare. At Venice Carnival, two ladies adorned with blue and gold masks celebrate this UNESCO World Heritage Site's rich heritage and traditions. Even great composers like Ludwig van Beethoven found inspiration from life or death masks when studying his own features or those who came before him. The intricate details captured by these molds provide insight into their lives and legacies. Whether they are made from gold or worn out of necessity during wartime, whether they conceal our faces or reveal our true selves through artistry - these various types of masks remind us that behind every face lies a story waiting to be told, and are windows into different eras, cultures, emotions – connecting us all through time and space.