Mardi Gras Collection (page 2)

Detail of the traditional outfit used by Nazare women. Colourful dresses with seven skirts. Nazare, Portugal

A woman and her dog pose in costume during the Venice Carnival, San Giorgio Maggiore, Venice; Veneto; Italy

A woman in a colourful costume walks through St. Marks square during the Venice Carnival, Venice; Veneto; Italy

A woman in an elaborate costume poses in front of the Venice lagoon during the Venice Carnival, Venice, Veneto, Italy

A woman in costume stands in front of the Basilica San Marco in St. Marks square during the Venice Carnival, Venice, Veneto, Italy

A woman poses under the colonnades in St. Marks Square during the Venice Carnival, Venice; veneto; Italy

Two women wearing Indian style costumes and masks pose in the cloisters of Chiesa di San Francesco della Vigna, Venice, Veneto, Italy

A woman poses during the Venice Carnival, Venice; veneto; Italy

Two people pose in front of a colourful facade on Burano during the Venice Carnival, Burano, Venice, Venato, Italy

Two girls dressed as Russian dolls stand in front of the Basilica in St. Marks square during the Venice Carnival, Venice, Veneto, Italy

A woman wearing a mask and a costume decorated with butterflies, poses during the Venice Carnival, Venice; Veneto; Italy

Two girls pose as pastry sellers during the Venice Carnival, Venice; veneto; Italy

A woman covered in newspaper walks through St. Marks square dring the Venice Carnival, Venice; Veneto; Italy

A woman wearing an Indian style costume and mask poses in the cloisters of Chiesa di San Francesco della Vigna, Venice, Veneto, Italy

A woman poses in costume during the Venice Carnival inside an ornate palace, Venice; veneto; Italy

Two women pose in identical costumes during the Venice Carnival, San Giorgio Maggiore, Venice; Veneto; Italy

A reveller walks through a cemetery during the Faquetaique Courir de Mardi Gras celebration in Eunice, Louisiana, U.S. February 13, 2018. REUTERS/Jonathan Bachman

USA, Louisiana, New Orleans, Riverwalk, Mardi Gras jester statue

A woman in a mask and green costume stands by the canal next to St Marks square during the Venice Carnival, Venice, Italy

A couple wearing masks and Venetian costume stand in St Marks square during the Venice Carnival, Venice, Italy

South America, Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro city, costumed dancers at carnival in the Sambadrome Marques de Sapucai

Tuifllauf, Fulpmes, Stubaital Valley, Austria

February, 1595-1600, (oil on canvas)
XAM65679 February, 1595-1600, (oil on canvas) by Bassano, Leandro da Ponte (1557-1622); 144.5x190 cm; Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria

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Close to 1, 000 participates dress in colours to create the LGBTQIA+ Progress Flag on the steps of the Sydney Opera House during the anniversary of the first Sydney Gay

Carnival, 1920 (colour etching and aquatint)
991061 Carnival, 1920 (colour etching and aquatint) by Icart, Louis (1888-1950); 50x61.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Carnival. Louis Icart (1888-1950). Colour etching and aquatint

Mardi-Gras. Illustration for Le Pele-Mele, 1902 (colour litho)
3100586 Mardi-Gras. Illustration for Le Pele-Mele, 1902 (colour litho) by Rabier, Benjamin (1869-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mardi-Gras)

Parisian clothing: Fancy dress after Longhi, 1913 (coloured print)
990964 Parisian clothing: Fancy dress after Longhi, 1913 (coloured print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: Parisian clothing)

The Clown; Der Clown, (gouache on paper)
655888 The Clown; Der Clown, (gouache on paper) by Scheiber, Hugo (1873-1950); 75x52 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Clown; Der Clown. Hugo Scheiber (1873-1950). Gouache on paper

The Wild Man or the Masquerade of Orson and Valentine (woodcut)
7186056 The Wild Man or the Masquerade of Orson and Valentine (woodcut) by Bruegel, Pieter the Elder (c.1525-69) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Silver Venetian mask feathers, Venice, Italy. Used since 1200s for Carnival. Also used for Mardi Gras

A Carnival Scene (with Medicine lampooned) in Bogota, Colombia, c. 1822-28 (watercolour)
828299 A Carnival Scene (with Medicine lampooned) in Bogota, Colombia, c.1822-28 (watercolour) by Desire Roulin, Francois (1796-1874); 19.8x27 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Mardi Gras March and Two Step [sheet music cover], 1897
1079117 The Mardi Gras March and Two Step [sheet music cover], 1897 (color printed lithograph [sheet music cover]) by American School, (19th century); Collection of the New-York Historical Society

Children collecting fruit at the door
GG26856 Children collecting fruit at the door by Till, Leopold (1830-93); Private Collection; Photo eGavin Graham Gallery, London, UK; German, out of copyright

Masked Ball
FIA5405500 Masked Ball by Hermans, Charles (1839-1924); 321x401 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Masked Ball by Hermans, Charles (1839-1924)

The Largo San Ferdinando, Naples, at Carnival Time with the Royal Carriage Approaching
659335 The Largo San Ferdinando, Naples, at Carnival Time with the Royal Carriage Approaching the Palazzo Reale, (oil on canvas) by Joli

The Masquerade Ball, (oil on canvas)
659111 The Masquerade Ball, (oil on canvas) by Migliaro, Vincenzo (1858-1938); 34.9x25.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Masquerade Ball. Vincenzo Migliaro (1858-1938). Oil on canvas board

The Triumph of Carnival (colour engraving)
CHT245046 The Triumph of Carnival (colour engraving) by Italian School, (18th century); Private Collection; eArchives Charmet; Italian, out of copyright

Procession of the Fatted Ox in Paris (colour litho)
2818718 Procession of the Fatted Ox in Paris (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Procession of the Fatted Ox in Paris)

Le Carnaval A Port-D Espagne (engraving)
2783348 Le Carnaval A Port-D Espagne (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Carnaval A Port-D Espagne)

Mardi Gras in Paris, 14 February (litho)
1598485 Mardi Gras in Paris, 14 February (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mardi Gras in Paris, 14 February)

A womans head bursting through above a pancake pan (tinted photocollage)
725050 A womans head bursting through above a pancake pan (tinted photocollage) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The March of the Seasons, (oil on canvas)
659162 The March of the Seasons, (oil on canvas) by Halle, Charles Edward (1846-1914); 106x79.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The March of the Seasons. Charles Edward Halle (1846-1914)

Advertisement for the 1st Carnaval masked ball at the Theatre National de l Opera
1770055 Advertisement for the 1st Carnaval masked ball at the Theatre National de l Opera, in 1892, 1892 (colour lithograph) by Cheret

A Carnival on the Boulevard du Crime, 1832 (oil on canvas)
990151 A Carnival on the Boulevard du Crime, 1832 (oil on canvas) by Boilly, Louis Leopold (1761-1845); 61x108 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Carnival on the Boulevard du Crime)

The Carnival in Rome; Il Carnevale di Roma, 1881 (oil on panel)
824485 The Carnival in Rome; Il Carnevale di Roma, 1881 (oil on panel) by Benlliure y Gil, Jose (1855-1937); 37.5x53.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Carnival in Rome; Il Carnevale di Roma)

Scene from the Nice Carnival (colour litho)
2779804 Scene from the Nice Carnival (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene from the Nice Carnival. Le char de SM Carnaval XXXX)

Lent (colour litho)
2818278 Lent (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lent. A carnival procession passing the offices of Le Petit Journal. La Mi-Careme)

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"Mardi Gras: A Celebration of Masks, Costumes, and Festivities Around the World" Step into a world of enchantment and mystery as a woman in a feather Venetian mask strikes a pose during the Venice Carnival in Burano, Venice. The vibrant colors and intricate details of her mask transport us to an era where elegance meets revelry. Travel back in time to 1832 with Louis-Leopold Boilly's captivating carnival scene. This painting captures the essence with its lively atmosphere filled with laughter, music, and dancing. It reminds us that this celebration has been bringing joy for centuries. The Church of Santa Maria della Salute stands tall against the backdrop of Venice's canals. Built between 1740-41 by Michele Marieschi, it is not only an architectural marvel but also serves as a symbol of faith during Mardi Gras festivities. In St. Petersburg's Admiralty Square during the 1850s, Russian Ice Mountain became an iconic attraction for Mardi Gras revellers. Benjamin Paterssen's artwork from 1788 depicts Catherine the Great herself visiting this icy wonderland—a testament to how diverse cultures embrace this festive season. Fast forward to Sydney Mardi Gras 2022—the energy is electrifying. Colorful floats parade through the streets as people come together to celebrate love, diversity, and equality. This modern take on Mardi Gras showcases how traditions evolve while keeping their spirit alive. From Africa comes Sikasso's Mali Bobo masks—symbols deeply rooted in their culture—adding another layer of richness to our understanding of global celebrations like Mardi Gras. These masks represent ancestral spirits and bring blessings upon those who wear them during festivities. Back in Venice once again; behold another stunning costume worn by a woman at the Venice Carnival—an embodiment of grace and beauty amidst alluring masquerade balls that captivate hearts year after year.