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The popularity of ornate masks among the lower class led to the creation of the bauta mask, a uniform white mask that covered the entire face, often paired with a black cloak and matching tricorn. The bauta mask was one of the most popular full-face masks and was commonly worn by the elite year-round by the eighteenth century.
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The Bauta wasn't only used during the carnival; for the Venetians, it was used on a variety of occasions. The Bauta consists of: a black veil or cloak. a black tricorn. a white mask. To the mask was attached a large black full-cut mantle which came down from the head over the shoulders to half-way down the body.
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The bauta (sometimes referred as baùtta) is a mask, today often heavily gilded though originally simple stark white, which is designed to comfortably cover the entire face; this traditional grotesque piece of art was characterized by the inclusion of an over-prominent nose, a thick supraorbital ridge, a projecting "chin line", and no mouth.
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The Bauta was worn all year because it made it possible to hide one's identity whenever desired. It consisted of a black cloak, the so-called tabarro, a tricorn and the 'Larva'. 'Larva' is a term derived from Latin which means 'ghost': it was in fact a white mask that was particularly popular thanks to its simplicity and because it allowed.
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The Bauta is a fairly square mask and covers the whole face, offering complete anonymity to the wearer, but unlike the Volto mask, has the added advantage of a prominent nose and, beak like, protruding chin meaning you can eat, drink and talk without removing the mask, thus keeping your identity intact. Originally, this mask would only be seen.
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The name Bauta doesn't have a definitive interpretation. You can purchase Bauta Masks here. The Plague Doctor or Medico della peste. This is a modern Venice Carnival mask with a unique history. One of the worst scourges for the city of Venice was without a doubt the Plague, which ravaged Venice on many occasions.
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When it comes to masquerade events and costume parties, there is one mask that stands out from the rest - the bauta mask. Originating from Venice, Italy, during the 18th century, the bauta mask holds a rich history and continues to captivate people with its unique design and mysterious allure. At Costume-Shop.com, we offer a wide selection of bauta masks that will make you the center of.
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Bauta. The Bauta mask is one of the oldest styles. This mask was almost always accompanied by a tricorn hat and cape. Even when masks were banned throughout the year, the Bauta was an exception. These masks were required for women to wear if they attended the theatre. The word bauta comes from the German "behüten", which means to protect.
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The bauta ("face") is a classic Venetian carnival mask that covers the top part of the face to allow anonymity without interfering with the masquerader's ability to speak, drink, or eat. This is one of the oldest masks used in Venice for Carnival and masquerade balls, and was typically worn with a flowing black costume and a large three.
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The origins of the name bauta are still ambiguous. It may come from the German word meaning "to protect" or the Italian babau which relates to a scary creature. Alongside bauta, Venice Carnival is famous for the masks named dama which name refers to the women who wore expensive clothes and jewelry. It is true to say that nowadays, this type.
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Some of these historical Venetian masks are: Bautta (also spelled bauta) - this is the most traditional Venetian Carnival mask. Originally it was worn only by men of all social classes but by the 18th century, it had also been embraced by married women. It consists of several elements:
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The Masks The Bauta. The Bauta was used by both men and women on various occasions: it was mandatory for married women who went to the theater while it was forbidden for girls of marriageable age. The Bauta is formed by a black veil or Tabarro, a black tricorn, and a white mask. The white mask was called "larva", probably from the Latin.
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The Bauta is one of the most popular and used masks of the Carnival of Venice. It allowed Venetians to hide their identity and move in total freedom, without the risk of being recognized. This Venetian mask is very comfortable to wear, even for several hours, furthermore its protruding shape allows you to talk, drink and eat, with no need to remove it. Each product in this collection is one of.
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the bauta proper, i.e. a black silk hood decorated with lace. the white mask called the Face. a hat, varying in style according to the period. The bauta, from which the costume gets its name, covers the head and extends down to the elbow. It is formed of two basic parts.
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The mask, initially called "larva" or "face", and then Bauta by extension, is made of plaster, leather or papier-mâché and it covers three quarters of the face leaving the chin uncovered. It was originally completely black, then its white version become popular too.
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The bauta mask is one mask design utilized by Carnival-goers who wished to stay anonymous. These masks were a blank slate, with simple decorations or no decoration at all, a wide nose, and square jaw that extended outward instead of curling back around the face. With these exaggerated features, just about any face could fit beneath it and be.