Renaissance Jewelry And Its Significance

Renaissance festival jewelry depicts the freedom that people had to express themselves after years of repression during Medieval times. People were exposed to different forms of knowledge that was not available before. This also applied to the art world, as artists created beautiful pieces related to various themes. Many types of materials were also used during this time that were not used before.

Various ornaments were used to demonstrate the love that two people had for each other. They were usually heart shaped and were worn as pendants. Sometimes a precious stone was set in the pendant such as a diamond or other gem. There were also rings that had elaborate designs which were also used as wedding rings.

Whenever someone died, those closest to them would wear jewelry that was called Memento Mori. This was worn to help people remember that life was only for a moment and that they will be in the same place as their departed loved ones. Sometimes coffins and skulls were incorporated into the design.

Broaches were quite popular as well and one type that was worn was known as a garland. When one thinks of a garland they usually think of flowers and that’s what these types of broaches represent. Much of the art that went into these items was inspired by nature. They were designed to look like floral wreaths.

The hair was also a way for women to express themselves and some used hair nets to do this. The nets were woven with different kinds of thread including gold. They were also decorated with pearls and other gems. Pearls were used to make necklaces and earrings and were worn by women who could afford them.

Renaissance jewelry could be very detailed and complex in its design or very simple. They were used in excess by certain groups of people who were among the wealthy in society. Yet, for many, the ornaments that was worn had deep meaning and were sometimes passed down from one generation to the next.

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