30 Lovely Venetian Mask Tattoos to Celebrate Carnival

From the Carnival of Binche to the bead bonanza known as Mardi Gras, Carnival is celebrated by countless cultures around the world.

Taking place between February and early March, Carnival is a sort of "final hooray" before the coming of Lent. Public celebrations, parades, and mischievous games, are just a few of the much-anticipated events that make up this age old tradition. For outsiders looking in, Carnival is mainly remembered for it's elaborate costumes, a long-standing holiday tradition that dates back to medieval Europe. Among the most memorable festival attire, is the venetian mask— an object as creepy as it is cool. The various types of masks can be ornamental and mysterious, or down right terrifying. In the spirt of Carnival, we've put together a collection of tattoos imagined by folks who, well, let's just say are looking forward to Carnival more than you are. Below are 30, creative examples of venetian mask tattoos put together especially for you. Enjoy!

Vintage portrait.

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Watercolor mask.

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Splash of red ink.

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Split face design.

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Dotwork venetian mask.

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Epic chest piece.

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Black and grey ink reflection.

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Colorful upper arm piece.

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Eyes only.

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Venetian mask with rose.

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Sprawling thigh design with bees.

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Colorful carnival mask.

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Lace venetian mask.

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Stunning venetian mask sleeve.

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Beaded venetian mask.

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Winged stomach piece.

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Beautiful blackwork design.

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Carnival collage.

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Abstract carnival tattoo.

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Neo traditional design.

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Masquerade half sleeve.

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Tiny ankle tattoo.

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Musical carnival tattoo.

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Dark venetian mask tattoo.

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Vibrant venetian mask.

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Full-face venetian mask.

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Masks on thigh.

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Red and black ink venetian mask.

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Noir scene.

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Feather-framed portrait.

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WE HAVE A HUGE OFFER TEMPORARY TATTOOS, FACIAL MASKS, 3D FX TATTOOS (e.g. cut throat, devil horns, zipper face,...) & FAKE TEETH TO MAKE ANY CARNIVAL DRESS UP PARTY A BIG SUCCESS!