Lucia and Vincenzo: master mask makers
For nearly fifty years, their workshop has perpetuated one of the most iconic areas of expertise in Veneto, the historic cradle of the maîtres mascherai (master mask makers).
The excellence of Italian master artisans at the service of Venetian tradition
Founded in 1975 by Vincenzo Della Croce, a passionate theatre decorator and set designer, their workshop was born from the desire to transform a simple stage accessory into a true work of art.
Even today, Vincenzo, accompanied by his wife Lucia Zerman and their family, continues to bring to life luxury Venetian masks entirely handmade in Italy.
Each creation is shaped according to artisanal techniques inherited from Venetian tradition, then enriched with carefully selected noble materials: papier-mâché, metal filigree, trimmings, lace, high-quality crystals, and hand-finished details.
Dive into the heart of Lucia and Vincenzo's Italian workshop and discover in video how your Venetian masks are made
Over the decades, their mastery of materials and constant search for elegance have allowed their creations to transcend the scope of the Venice Carnival to become true high-end decorative objects, appreciated by collectors and art lovers around the world.
In 2008, at the initiative of Lucia Zerman, their workshop also developed a collection of metal filigree masks, blending Venetian tradition with a contemporary aesthetic.
These delicately openwork pieces, adorned with exceptional crystals, perfectly illustrate the artisans' ability to evolve a centuries-old heritage without ever betraying its spirit.
At LeBaroque, we have chosen to collaborate with Lucia and Vincenzo, master artisans renowned for their exacting standards, their fidelity to traditional techniques, and the remarkable quality of their creations.
Each mask we offer is made in Veneto, respecting the methods passed down for several generations, and is accompanied by its Italian certificate of authenticity.
The excellence of Italian craftsmanship is not limited, however, to Venetian masks. Also discover the expertise of our ceramic artisans, heirs to a centuries-old tradition where every Capodimonte ceramic creation is hand-shaped to give birth to true works of art.