Masks?

[McGuinness]

Anyone have recommendations on where to get nice, period-appropriate masks (other than eBay)? I'm looking for the Columbian/Harlequin style masks (not the pattern necessarily, just the shape - tope half of the face across the eyes. I might be using the wrong term). I'd rather not get the ones sold at the faire, for both the uniqueness of them and the quality of the glitter-covered ones we have but I haven't been able to find many that aren't sequined MardiGras masks.

Any recommendations?

[Master James]

Try Dragon Wings.  They have beautiful period masks.  Here is a link to their mask section.  http://www.dragonwings.net/FeatherMasks.htm

[Anna Iram]

Try also looking at Venetian Masks. In particular a Columbine style.

http://www.visionsofvenice.com/subcat.asp?cat=1&subcat=10&/Venetian+Masks/Colombine

http://www.bluemoonmask.com/ENG/tradizionale/ballo_1.asp

http://www.venetianmasksshop.com/carnival_masks.htm#cm0015

[CaraGreenleaf]

Also try Rogues to Riches. They do sell at Festivals, but all they colours and patterns are unique, also, the guys are always willing to do custom work for a reasonable price. The masks are leather and are quite durable as well. Good luck!

[DragonWing]

This company makes exquisite masks but my be out of your price range.

http://www.shapeshiftermasks.com/index.html