History of Mask in Timeline

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Mask

A mask is an object, typically worn on the face, that serves various purposes including protection, disguise, performance, entertainment, rituals, and rites. Its use dates back to antiquity. Masks are employed for both ceremonial and practical reasons, as well as in the performing arts. While primarily worn on the face, masks can also be positioned on other parts of the body to enhance their effect.

1910: Craig proposes the virtues of using masks

In 1910, Edward Gordon Craig proposed the virtues of using masks over the naturalism of the actor in A Note on Masks.

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1966: Death of Edward Gordon Craig

Edward Gordon Craig, who proposed the virtues of using masks over the naturalism of the actor, died in 1966.

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August 2004: Discovery of Thracian gold mask

In August 2004, Bulgarian archaeologist Georgi Kitov discovered a 673g gold mask in the "Svetitsata" burial mound near Shipka, Central Bulgaria. The mask, made of 23 karat gold, is considered to be the mask of a Thracian king and is now housed in the National Archaeological Museum in Sofia.

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2011: Matthieu Blazy joins Maison Margiela

In 2011, Matthieu Blazy joined Maison Margiela and carried on the masked looks developed by Martin Margiela.

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2014: John Galliano takes over Margiela

In 2014, designer John Galliano took over Margiela, adding sculptural and theatrical qualities to the look.

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2025: Glenn Martens reinforces Margiela's aesthetic

Since 2025, Glenn Martens has reinforced Maison Margiela's aesthetic.

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