Jsem znamením lásky, neodhazuj mě. Příspěvek k symbolice středověkého šperku.

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Title in English I am token of love, don't throw me away. A contribution on the symbolism of medieval jewellery.
Authors

ŠLANCAROVÁ Věra

Year of publication 2011
Type Article in Proceedings
Conference Moravskoslezská škola doktorských studií
MU Faculty or unit

Faculty of Arts

Citation
Field Archaeology, anthropology, ethnology
Keywords Middle Ages; jewellery; symbolism; love; wedding
Description This article addresses the symbolism of jewellery associated with love, engagement and the wedding ceremony. Rings frequently served such amorous purposes, as well as clasps, belts, wedding medals an the like. Motifs include, apart from the traditional heart, joined hands, love knots, love inscriptions, and far more. Examples derived from all over Europe, with emphasis on those from the Czech and Moravian area.
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