NOLA Imports Mardi Gras Supplies, "Mardi Gras Wreath": mardi gras masks

Saturday, January 5, 2008

Medium Flower Queen Ceramic Mardi Gras Mask

This Beautiful New Orleans Hand Painted Mardi Gras Mask is made of ceramic and measure 5" wide x 7" tall. This is the same kind of Mardi Gras mask that are sold in the French Quarter of New Orleans. These Mardi Gras Mask come in a variety of sizes and Mardi Gras colors. This beautiful Mardi Gras mask will surely make a great edition to your Mardi Gras collection.

Product ID: Medium Mardi Gras Mask

Please email us with any special Mardi Gras request or Mardi Gras questions.

Sunday, November 18, 2007

Mardi Gras Face Masks Venetain Style Masks

New Orleans Black Silver & Gold Masquerade Mardi Gras Mask. The mask comes with black ribbons on both sides beautiful orange & green ostrich & chandelle feathers. This Venetian mask also has a precious jewel on the left adding which adds to the masks glamour's look.

You can use to easily wear or you can even use it as a special decoration for your home. The mask is approximately 4" tall X 6" wide. These mask are the same ones sold in the French Quarter of New Orleans.

Our Venetian mask come in a variety of sizes and colors. These masks make great favors or gifts for birthdays, school projects/parties, collectibles, etc. This mask will surely make a great edition to your Mardi Gras collection.

Thanks for looking. Please email me with any questions or special requests. Large lots available on these Venetian masks.

Available in: Purple, Green, Gold , Pink

When did Mardi Gras originate?

Mardi Gras came to or was introduced to New Orleans by the French explorer Pierre Le Moyne, Sieur d'Iberville in 1699. However, Mardi Gras was a major holiday in Paris which was celebrated since the Middle Ages. Iberville sailed into the Gulf of Mexico and on March 3 of 1699, he set up camp on the west bank of the Mississippi river about 60 miles south of New Orleans. Mardi Gras was being celebrated in France at this time and to honor this important day, Sieur d'Iberville named the site Point du Mardi Gras.

Throughout the years, Orleanians have added to the celebration by establishing krewes (organizations) which host parades and balls...

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