Mascaron Collection

Il Mascherone, a Rocaille Fountain on the Grounds of the Villa Borghese, c. 1754. Creator: Richard Wilson
Il Mascherone, a Rocaille Fountain on the Grounds of the Villa Borghese, c. 1754

A Mascaron ornament over the exterior facade of the Palazzo Te courtyard, Mantua, Lombardy, Italy

Detail of a mascaron ornament on the main facade of a building in Art Nouveau style architecture, Palermo district, Buenos Aires, Argentina

Monumental vase, allegory of the defeat of the Turks by the Kings troops in 1664
XIR346034 Monumental vase, allegory of the defeat of the Turks by the Kings troops in 1664, 1684-85 (see also 346035, 346036) (b/w photo) by Coysevox, Antoine (1640-1720); ChAteau de Versailles

Architectural Mask, Temple of the Mascarones, Kohunlich, Yucatan Peninsula
JPC252823 Architectural Mask, Temple of the Mascarones, Kohunlich, Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico Early Classic Period (300-600 AD) (stone and stucco) by Mayan; heigh=170cm cm; Kohunlich

Monumental vase, allegory of the defeat of the Turks by the Kings troops in 1664
XIR346036 Monumental vase, allegory of the defeat of the Turks by the Kings troops in 1664, 1684-85 (see also 346034, 346035) (b/w photo) by Coysevox, Antoine (1640-1720); ChAteau de Versailles

Two friezes mascaron fruits upper frieze insects
Two friezes with a mascaron and fruits, Two friezes one above the other. The upper frieze with mascaron, insects and a snail. The lower frieze with insects and fruits

Edge decoration fruit cluster pod cluster Flanked
Edge decoration with fruit cluster and pod, Edge decoration with fruit cluster. There is also a pod on the cluster. Flanked by two half cartouches with a mascaron

Writing example Quelque homme reprocha Theatrum artis scribendi
Writing example: Quelque homme reprocha Theatrum artis scribendi (series title), Writing example in a gothic hand with six lines of text in French

Writing example Litera Graeca Litera Graeca title
Writing example: Litera Graeca Litera Graeca (title on object) Theatrum artis scribendi (series title), Writing example with a title in Latin and six lines of text in Greek

Vignette three skulls mask mascaron ornament
Vignette with three skulls, mask, mascaron, ornament, deaths head, skull (symbol of Death), Bernard Picart (mentioned on object), Amsterdam, 1683 - 1733, paper, letterpress printing

Tuscany Siena Asciano Casa Corboli Italy italian country
Tuscany Siena Asciano Casa Corboli, this is my Italy, the italian country of visual history, Secular building dating from 13th-14th cent

Jules Mascaron - 2
JULES MASCARON French churchman, bishop and comte d Agen Date: 1634 - 1703

Jules Mascaron - 1
JULES MASCARON French churchman, bishop and comte d Agen with his autograph Date: 1634 - 1703

Cartouche with top and bottom of a mask, Jacob Lutma, Johannes Lutma (I), Frederik de Wit, c. 1654 - c. 1678

Cartouche with mask with gaping mouth, print maker: Jacob Lutma, Johannes Lutma I, Frederik de Wit, c. 1654 - c. 1678

Main shaped cartouche, Jacob Lutma, Johannes Lutma (I), Frederik de Wit, c. 1654 - c. 1678

Cartouche with a quote from Seneca, Frans Huys, Hans Vredeman de Vries, Gerard de Jode, 1555

Oval cartouche with a quote from Valerius Maximus, print maker: Frans Huys, Hans Vredeman de Vries, Gerard de Jode, 1555

square cartouche with a quote from Seneca, Frans Huys, Hans Vredeman de Vries, Gerard de Jode, 1557

Cartouche in a frame of scroll work with grotesques, Johannes or Lucas van Doetechum, Hans Vredeman de Vries, Hieronymus Cock, c. 1555 - c. 1560

Urceus, Johannes or Lucas van Doetechum, Hans Vredeman de Vries, Hieronymus Cock, 1563

Ornament with a mascaron surrounded by leafs, Bernard Picart, 1683-1733

Ornament with a mascaron surrounded by foliate scrolls two horns with plants and flowers, Bernard Picart, 1683 - 1733

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A mascaron is not just a mere ornament, but a captivating piece of art that adds character and charm to various architectural structures around the world. From the Palazzo Te courtyard in Mantua to the Art Nouveau style buildings, these intricate details never fail to catch our attention. One cannot help but be mesmerized by the delicate features of a mascaron ornament on the main facade of a building. Its subtle elegance speaks volumes about the craftsmanship involved in its creation. Similarly, at Kohunlich's Temple of Mascarones, an architectural mask transports us back in time, reminding us of ancient cultures and their rich history. Intriguingly enough, even monumental vases have been adorned with mascarons throughout history. One such vase commemorates the defeat of Turks by King's troops in 1664 - a symbol of victory immortalized through art. But they are not limited to historical significance alone; they also find their place in more contemporary settings. Take for instance Jules Mascaron's works - his creations exude creativity and innovation that transcend time. Moving from Parisian landscapes captured under new bridges to gateways leading into prestigious institutions like Lycee Louis Le Grand, mascarons continue to leave an indelible mark on our surroundings. Whether it is their ornate designs or symbolic representations, mascarons hold immense cultural value wherever they are found. These captivating ornaments serve as reminders of our past while adding beauty and intrigue to our present-day architecture.