mask of Guy Fawkes

The Guy Fawkes mask is a stylized depiction of a face with a mustache, goatee, and wide smile, often featuring a pointed beard and expressive eyebrows. It symbolizes the historical figure Guy Fawkes, associated with the failed Gunpowder Plot of 1605 in England. Today, the mask is widely recognized as a symbol of protest and rebellion, popularized by the graphic novel and film "V for Vendetta," where it represents resistance against oppression and government corruption. Its iconic design has been adopted by various activist groups around the world to convey anonymity and defiance.