It was made in Venice and was first used in 1268 in an annual celebration. That is why it is called Venetian Masks. The masks began at that time when Venice was known as the Venetian Republic, during the time when Venice was one of the most successful in economy. Their culture became wealthy. During this time, when wealth of the people increased, their immoral, unscrupulous and unethical acts and behaviors did as well, and this was something they wanted to do anonymously. It allowed them to do things that would not destroy their own reputation and it was worn on regular bases. It also let all people be equal, for example that a servant had the same rights as a business man.
Today, the masks are worn by almost everyone, even tourists!
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