il dottore

    Il Dottore is one of the classic Commedia Dell'Arte Characters.  He was a response to all the new "scholars" pouring out of the new University at Bologna. Dottore thinks he knows everything, but he really knows nothing much at all; his Latin, which he is constantly spouting, is atrocious.  In fact, the only thing he is usually right about is the location of the nearest feast.  Il Dottore is a gourmand in extemis, led by his belly. 

  This Dottore mask, while not strictly traditional, does conform to the traditional "T" shape that characterizes these masks.  His nose is a pig's snout, emphasizing his penchant for gluttony.  His eyebrows form two giant question marks,  which highlight Il Dottore's duality; maximum conviction, minimal intelligence.  

When ordering, please make clear (by catalog number) which Dottore you are interested in.