Like my Venetian mask? ;) I was so excited to finally purchase one of these delicate, beautiful handmade....handicrafts (If you get my Napoleon Dynamite reference, you're officially my favorite person ever). These masks are considered to be a speciality in Venice, apart from the oh-so famous Murano glass, made on the island of Murano (just off the coast of Venice). During my visit, I had a chance to peer inside a craftsman's studio, located on a quiet alleyway in the city. These shops can be difficult to locate among the bunch of street vendors who sell masks made in China. (That must really disappointing to get home and realize your 'Venetian Mask' is actually Chinese...) The shops, although messy, contain hundreds of masks. I settled on a gold and creme mask with pearl and lace detailing (see above). Although I have no idea when I will be wearing it, it's something that will remind me of Venice for the rest of my life.
I really don't need to delve into detail about these photos, as I originally took them just for artistic purposes, not for my blog. Just appreciate the beauty; It's too picturesque. :)
XOXO,
Em
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