Here is another picture of a mask from the 2011 Venice Carnival.
This mask has something that catch my eyes. I don't know what exactly is... maybe it's her pose... maybe it's the red velvet reflection, or the curly hair and the feathers...
It was a cold morning in Venice, and there was a strong wind. This mask, as you can see, is wearing only lace on her shoulders. Due to the wind she was clearly trying to find a pose to fight the cold.
I praise this mask for being able to be nice and photogenic even with a not-so-nice weather. :-)