Masks Collection

Restless Natives (1985) UK release one sheet poster
The UK One Sheet poster for Restless natives (1985) directed by Michael Hoffman

Gold mask of Tutankhamun, Egyptian Museum, Cairo, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Two ladies in blue and gold masks, Venice Carnival, Venice, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Veneto, Italy, Europe

Horsemen filming Robin of Sherwood, Cornwall
Three horsemen in demon costume, filming the TV series Robin of Sherwood near St Michaels Mount, Cornwall. Date: 1980s

The carnival in the port of Spain, Trinidad, 1888. People cavort in fancy dress through the street, some playing banjos, others brandishing what looks like bladders on sticks

Hillary and Tensing on Mount Everest
Hillary and Tensing nearing the summit of Mount Everest. Date: 1953

Venice, Veneto, Italy; A masked character in front of the Palazzo dei Dogi during Carnival

Gas proof pram, 1938. A resident of Hextable in Kent, invented a gas proof pram in which a baby could be kept safe during an air raid

Lady and gentleman in red and white masks, Venice Carnival, Venice, Veneto, Italy, Europe

Tutankhamun, Cairo Museum, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Tutankhamun, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Dog and Handler wearing gas masks at the battle front. Strecher bearers carry a wounded man in the background, the war dogs were frequently employed to locate wounded men in no mans land Date

Costume and masks during Venice Carnival, Venice, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Veneto, Italy, Europe

Carnival in Venice by C. H. Shepard
Glowing and colourful scene showing various masked revellers enjoying the Carnival in Venice

Masks and handicrafts, Colombia, South America

Doffing the Mask
Doffing the mask !

City of Sheffield Fire Brigade. Firemen in breathing apparatus, 1920s
From an original at Sheffield Libraries: u11196

Italy, Veneto, Carnival of Venice

Woman performing her toilette with the help of her maid (colour litho)
7201395 Woman performing her toilette with the help of her maid (colour litho) by Rieth, Paul (1871-1925); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman performing her toilette with the help of her maid)

Evacuee children in gas masks near Windsor, 1941
London babies find peace in the country: a nurse walks evacuated children in gas masks across a playground, to accustom them to the wearing of gas masks. LCC Residential School near Windsor

Two women police officers in gas masks, London, WW2
Two women police officers in gas masks in London during the Second World War. One of them is Florence Bragg (joined November 1936). Date: 1940s

Yaksha Demon Statue at Wat Phra Kaew Temple complex Bangkok, Thailand
Yaksha Demon Statue at Wat Phra Kaew Temple complex of the Temple of the Emerald Buddha in Bangkok, Thailand

Virulhok Giant Guardian statue at Wat Phra Kaew Temple, Bangkok
Virulhok (Wirunhok) Giant Yaksha Demon Temple Guardian statue at the Wat Phra Kaew Temple complex of the Temple of the Emerald Buddha and the Royal Palace complex in Bangkok, Thailand

Anti-Flu Masks
A man and a woman wearing anti-flu masks. These masks cover the nose and mouth and are designed to prevent germs spreading. They may work but they look very curious!

British terriorials charging at Loos
Illustration by S. Begg showing British troops wearing anti-gas masks charging German trenches of the fortified second line at the Battle of Loos with bombs and bayonets

The Masked Ball (colour photo)
3091199 The Masked Ball (colour photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Masked Ball. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

UNMASKED
Unmasked ! Date: 1907

GUTIERREZ SOLANA, Jos鮠Masks
GUTIERREZ SOLANA, Jos頨 1886-1945). Masks. Expressionism. Oil on canvas. Private Collection

WW2 - Chemical Warfare Instruction - USA
WW2 - American soldiers undergoing Chemical Warfare Instruction at Greensboro, North Carolina, USA. Date: circa 1944

Policeman and policewoman with gas masks
A policeman and a policewoman wearing civilian gas masks outside Harrow Road Police Station (X Division) before the outbreak of World War Two. The respirator is contained in the canvas bag

Dog Gas Mask
Gas masks for dogs. A new gas mask for the protection of dogs which is a bag of impregnated flannel with a mica window secured by an elastic band. Used during World War II

Bobo masks during festivities, Sikasso, Mali, Africa

The Church of Santa Maria della Salute, Venice, 1740 / 41. Creator: Michele Marieschi
The Church of Santa Maria della Salute, Venice, 1740/41

Victor G Ginn & Co, catalogue (front cover)
Victor G Ginn & Co, High Holborn, London, catalogue (front cover), Price List of Carnival Novelties. 1939

French Costumes 1750-1800
LLM455293 French Costumes 1750-1800 by Kretschmer, Albert (1825-91); Private Collection; (add.info.: French Costumes 1750-1800)

Caricature of Arthur Cecil, English actor and playwright
Caricature of Arthur Cecil (1843-1896), English actor, comedian, playwright and theatre manager. Seen here as Colley Cibber in a production of Masks and Faces

British troops wearing gas masks in the trenches, Salonika
British troops wearing gas masks in the trenches, Thessaloniki, 1917. Lantern slide from box of 111 slides associated with the Balkans, 1914-1918. One of 29 boxes of lantern slides

Waitresses wearing gas masks, WWII
Waitresses in a popular London restaurant going about their duties during the early weeks of the Second World War, with gas masks in a tin container worn like a bustle at the back of their waistband

Gas mask trials
A trial of gas masks, to test their effectiveness

Mudman from Asaro district in the Highlands, at sing sing, Kowedobu, Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, Pacific

British Tank / 1932
Two soldiers wearing gas masks, with an anti-aircraft gun, stand in front of a new British tank

Shakespeare / Much Ado
Antonio, Hero and Beatrice

Tribal masks bazaar, Marrakech Souk, Morocco

Face masks from Sarawak (Malaysian Borneo), Central Market, China Town, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Africa, Senegal, Dakar. Artisanal wooden masks outside the food market

Carved masks for sale in Chichicastenango, Guatemala, Central America

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"Masks: Unveiling the Enigmatic Charms Across Cultures and Eras" Restless Natives (1985) UK release one sheet poster: A vibrant depiction of masked rebels, symbolizing rebellion and cultural identity. Gold mask of Tutankhamun, Egyptian Museum, Cairo, Egypt, North Africa, Africa: An awe-inspiring relic from ancient times that whispers tales of pharaohs and their opulent afterlife rituals. Two ladies in blue and gold masks, Venice Carnival, Venice, UNESCO World Heritage Site: The enchanting allure of Venetian masquerade balls where elegance meets mystery amidst a backdrop steeped in history. Horsemen filming Robin of Sherwood in Cornwall: Masks transforming ordinary individuals into legendary characters as they bring timeless stories to life on the silver screen. The carnival in the port of Spain, Trinidad: A riotous explosion of colors and rhythms where masks become an integral part of celebrating Caribbean culture with exuberance unmatched anywhere else. A portrait of Vivien Leigh by Angus McBean: Capturing the duality within us all; masks worn both on stage and off reveal hidden depths beneath glamorous facades. Hillary and Tensing on Mount Everest: Battling treacherous conditions while wearing oxygen masks – a testament to human resilience pushing beyond limits for triumph over nature's mightiest peaks. Gas-proof pram from 1938: Reminding us how even innocent infants were not spared during dark times when gas masks became essential protection against looming threats. Tutankhamun's legacy at Cairo Museum - Egypt's treasure trove holds secrets behind this iconic mask that continues to captivate hearts worldwide with its intricate beauty and historical significance. Lady and gentleman in red and white masks at Venice Carnival - Witnessing love blossoming amidst masked anonymity; a romantic rendezvous transcending societal norms in the magical city of Venice.