The 2019 Venice Carnival was brought to its climax as one of its most famous events – "Ballo del Doge" – the annual masquerade ball was held on Saturday. /VCG Photo

Joined by artists from around the world, the ball was celebrated with lavish performances by opera singers, musicians, burlesque artists at Palazzo Pisani Moretta in Venice. /VCG Photo

Under the theme of "The Magnificent Ephemeral," this year's edition is set to serve as a tribute to the importance of fully living in the beauty of a moment. /VCG Photo

Started by fashion designer Antonia Sautter in 1994, "Ballo del Doge" takes place in Venice every year during the Carnival, and is regarded as the most sumptuous and refined masquerade event in the world. /VCG Photo