Men's Jester Masks

Men's Jester Masks

Jester masks also known as "Arlecchino" masks are iconic and whimsical inspired by the traditional jesters and comic characters of the Venetian Carnival.

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Venetian Jester Masks for Men

Jester masks are characterized by their bold, vibrant and contrasting colors, often featuring a checkered or diamond pattern designs for striking visual effect, and are typically associated with humor, mischief, and theatrical performances.

Bells are a common feature on Jester masks and they jingle as the wearer moves, adding an auditory element to the mask's charm. Jester Venetian masks today remain a symbol of joy, humor, and theatricality. They are worn not only during the Venetian Carnival but also at various costume parties, masquerade balls, and theatrical productions, where they continue to evoke the spirit of jesters and entertainers from centuries past.

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Loved our masks! Even though they didn’t have the matching women’s mask, they suggested a beautiful replacement. We loved them for our masquerade and they were surprisingly comfortable! The quality is incredible. I would definitely order from the seller again.

Kinzey Freels

Lanai sent me several photos while creating the masks to ensure I was happy with the feather colors. She sent the masks so quickly and I received them within a few days of purchasing. Best of all, they are gorgeous!

Jackie

Love the aesthetic. Well built and feels sturdy. Can't wait to use it for Halloween

Eddie

This is an absolutely wonderful piece!!! It’s even more stunning in person. I received numerous compliments from patrons at the faire I bought it to wear at. Shipping was fast and it is lightweight. I highly recommend any piece from this seller! :)

Lindsey

I placed my order Monday and received my custom made witch hat today ( Wednesday) it’s beautiful!! We’ll made with great quality work. I had questions and a request which was handled professionally. I would definitely order from this vendor again.

Jasmine

Absolutely beautiful!!! It came super fast and it looks just as stunning as the picture. It is great quality and the metal is slightly moldable so you can bend it to fit your face. I cannot wait to wear this for my masquerade ball. I couldn’t be happier.

Grace

I was super excited to receive this item, and it did not disappoint!! It was the perfect piece to my costume. Highly recommend!!!

Isabel Lopez

I love them so much. They're just like in the picture, tho in the picture I'm posting it looks orange and gold I swear it's rosy gold. They came in wonderful condition and I'm very satisfied. It also arrived right on time. Thank you 💓

Angie

Matched my daughter’s dress colors to the paint color and shipped fast!

Moe

Color: Gold Metallic

  

Ricardo

The masks were absolutely perfect! My daughter and husband had an amazing time and they didn't mind wearing the masks as they were comfortable for them! The colors matched perfectly to my daughters color she picked! Thank you so much! They were beautiful and exceeded expectations!

April

The masks were perfect and the quality was great! We received many complements!! We will keep the masks for many years as they are an investment and can be pulled out years in advance- that’s how good the quality was!!

Jaymy

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Jester Mask and how is it related to Commedia dell'arte?

The history of Jester Venetian masks is closely tied to the rich tradition of the Venetian Carnival and the Commedia dell'arte, a popular form of Italian theater that emerged in the 16th century.

The Commedia dell'arte was a form of improvisational theater characterized by masked performers who portrayed stock characters with distinct personalities. One of these characters was Arlecchino, a mischievous and acrobatic servant known for his colorful costume and cunning tricks. Arlecchino's mask and costume later influenced the design of Jester masks.

When did Jester masks become popular?

The Venetian Carnival, which dates back to the 12th century, provided a festive backdrop for the emergence of Jester masks. During the carnival season, which typically lasted from December 26th to Shrove Tuesday, people from all walks of life would don masks and costumes to engage in revelry, disguise their identities, and indulge in various forms of entertainment.