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Historical Facts on Jewelry Boxes For Women
Jewelry boxes make an interesting research topic. Historical facts about jewelry boxes for women from various parts of the world are quite fascinating. It is women who remain constant in their love for jewelry, although men wore a lot of jewelry in ancient times.
The middle class could not even dream of jewelry or a jewel box, as only the rich could afford it centuries ago. Even if they worked throughout their lives they wouldn’t be able to afford it. The people had very little to say and they couldn’t air their views as most places were ruled by kings.
During the industrial revolution there was mass production of jewelry boxes thus crashing the prices making it easily affordable. Polish history talks about how the farmers would work with wood carving during winters as their fields would be covered with snow. They made household items apart from jewelry boxes.
The kings of the Cholan, Pandian, Cheran dynasties in India, had treasure chests that were filled with jewelry. The kings would order the people to make beautifully designed treasure chests. When any special occasion arises then the jewelry box which the artisans have designed according to the king’s jewelry would be displayed.
Art nouveau jewelry boxes with floral designs were brought out by he french. It was said that good luck will come to the family that owns one. The highly skilled artisans used flower designs to make it look it beautiful.
Beads, shells, and oyster shells were used to decorate their jewelry boxes. They designed the beads and shells so beautifully that you would think that wood has no part in the making of the jewelry box.
The jewelry boxes made in Egypt are the most famous in history. The artisans always made specially designed jewelry boxes and jewelry chests to please their Pharaoh in Egypt. After they died their jewelry and their jewelry boxes would be buried with them.
Several metals like gold, silver, bronze, copper, etc were used to make jewelry boxes. The ones carved with wood with precious stones inlaid in it are the most beautiful ones.
A story lies behind each antique jewelry box. The two boxes are completely different. It is quite a privilege to own such an exclusive jewelry box that can be handed down through generations.
This article was written by Rachael Celia Berlie of MarqART Gift Shop. Our jewelry boxes are original works of art, no two creations are the same. Each wood shown has its own unique wood grain pattern and color. MarqART comes from combining the words marquetry (wood inlay) + Art (a creation of beauty) an apt name for our products. A fine addition to your dressing table or as a gift. Please visit http://www.marqartgiftshop.com to browse & buy exotic jewelry boxes that will give you a lifetime of pleasure!
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