This bold mask depicts Bautta, a character from the 16th century Italian commedia dell'arte. The character takes his name from the bautta, a hooded black cloak that covers the face. Marcílio Barroco molds this dramatic mask from leather and paints it by hand; his signature is a symbol. An elastic band holds it in place.
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Very well made.
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I purchased this as a gift to folks who love original folk art and contemporary crafts. They have it hanging on a wall with other art pieces and it looks fabulous.
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Artisan masks display beautiful craftsmanship.
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