"The Lost Traditions of the Venetian Carnival" Celebrations, Masks, and Mask-making
In celebration of the 2024 Carnival of Venice, Ca' Macana opens its doors to reveal the fascinating world of ancient Venetian masks and the time-honoured craft of mask-making. Gain insight into the rich tradition that has endured through the ages.
Find out why Carnival was so important that not even the plague could stop it. Why did Venetians wear masks not only during Carnival and how do you make an authentic Venetian mask?
Presentation languages:English, Italian, and French depending on the day (check on the calendar below).
1) How did Venetians celebrate Carnival? Explore Venetian Carnival celebrations through historical images, unravelling lost traditions with profound social and political significance. Dive deep into the essence of Giovedì Grasso (Fat Thursday), a key day capturing the spirit of the Venetian Carnival.
2) How do you make a traditional Venetian mask? Uncover the secrets of crafting traditional Venetian masks as we demonstrate the age-old mask-making technique and showcase various decoration styles. Witness the intricate and elaborate process of mask creation from start to finish.
3) When and why Venetian masks were used? Journey into the past through paintings and old prints, where we unveil historical facts about the distinctive masks of the ancient Carnival during the era of "La Serenissima." Experience the unique Venetian lifestyle where masks were not only confined to Carnival but were a daily part of life.
BUT NOT ONLY THAT! 2024 is the Carnival of Marco Polo!
To appropriately celebrate this year's carnival theme, Ca' Macana has organized a special double event on the opening day: Marco Polo and his time: a journey in the footsteps of a Venetian explorer.
Event in Italian - reservation is mandatory
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