Zanni - Commedia dell’Arte mask store in papier maché

Commedia dell'Arte mask in papier maché: Zanni

This mask is entirely hand-made in papier maché using the traditional methods of Venetian master mask makers:
The mask is first sculpted in clay from which a plaster cast is made. Papier maché is then carefully laid in the mould and left to dry. When the head is removed from the mould, the store surface is smoothed with plaster and then sanded. It is then painted with acrylic paints and finally coated with transparent water-based varnish.

Our masks are light but strong and are suitable for use in performances and as decorative items.

The plaster moulds for each mask are created from our own designs.

We design and create masks to order.