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Different Types of Carved Jewelry Boxes For Women
Women have an affinity to jewelry and love to own beautiful jewelry boxes to store them in. If you really like handicrafts then here is some information, from around the world, on jewelry boxes for women that you will find interesting. Before you invest in a jewelry box ascertain whether you want the box as a show piece or to actually store your jewelry safely.
You can find delicately carved jewelry boxes with brass embellishments on it. The designs are so intricate it is very difficult to fathom how they have been created. Even the latch comes with some delicate work on it.
Thailand is quite popular for the art and craft done on its many items. Thai artisans are very skilled and have the latest machinery to help them improve on their skills. Cherry wood is largely the preference among them.
Craftsmen from Thailand often make use of precious stones and ivory to enhance the look of their boxes. Boxes are also carved out of bone. The bones of animals are first seasoned and then used to create some fabulous designs. To mask bad odours formaldehyde is used. Artisans are able to show off their skills as soon as this is done. Sandal wood boxes have a lovely aroma to them.
In olden times, kings and high society people would use these boxes as commoners would not be able to afford them. They have exquisite carving done on them. Sandal wood chests that have been carved, have been popular in India for ages and those from the city of Mysore are especially beautiful. Real sandal wood boxes will never lose their aroma, therefore you need to make sure that you are buying the real thing.
You also get wooden boxes that come with marble designs. The Arabic and Egyptian designs on marble are most famous. These designs make use of contrasting colors and have borders that are colored in gold or black. Marble designs that are white have their borders in black or gold. Boxes of black have their designs in white, gold or brown and this makes for a wonderful combination.
Boxes with designs of lines and flowers are available too. Stones are used along with floral designs adding to the beauty of the box.
This particular style of handicraft is called Shalibadra. These boxes cannot be used to keep jewelry safe as they do not come with latches. It, however, makes a wonderful showpiece!
Ivory boxes are very popular and equally expensive. The work done on it is extraordinary and to own one would be quite prestigious. Ivory is quite elastic in nature and fibrous too. These characteristics make it ideal for carving compared to wood or stone. It can be used only in small quantities for the design alone.
You could get any design, thanks to skilled artisans, and according to your budget too. Since they are handcrafted, they also make wonderful gifts. So get out there and get yourself or your loved one a beautifully designed jewelry box.
This article was written by Rachael Celia Berlie and Ruth D’Souza Prabhu of MarqART Gift Shop. Our jewelry boxes show unique wood grain patterns and colors assembled into beautiful designs of breathtaking beauty. 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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