I think the black mask offered represented Zanni (who admittedly later morphed into the Devil character) -- Bobo is mayor (the servant), trying to work the Brooks deal (the trickster) and faithful servant to the rich, powerful, and egotistical Pernell (ie Pantalone).
There's also the 'Zanni Running' in one episode when he talks to Crystal, and his stance and foot-shifting throughout the season.
Of course, the longer the nose on the mask, the stupider Zanni is -- since the pilot there's the impression he's getting screwed over without realising. In some ways, it also reflects KD's behaviour.
Perhaps I'm overthinking it, but the season's been fairly heavy with the symbolism.
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