Articles, tagged with "17th century", page 1

The History and Development of the Envelope

Envelopes only really became something used by the public after the Post Office reforms of 1840. Before that it tended only to be the very rich that used envelopes, hand crafted, as you paid per sheet of paper you sent, including any packaging and so peop... Read >
Author: Rachel Gawith

Swimwear Fabrics Past & Present

Rather unsurprisingly the swimwear fabric of choice in early centuries was nothing at all. The Romans and the Greeks swam in the nude and this trend continued for hundreds of years. Men swam in the nude until it was banned in 1860, soon after this swimmin... Read >
Author: izzymw12

Most Popular Patterns in Custom Dress Shirt

In the world of fashion and style, different trends and styles take their turn get popular and then fade away. However, some things in fashion are always remain popular and are always liked by people. Patterns and checks in dress shirts are one of the ve... Read >
Author: Lan Laurie

Landscape Oil Paintings use as Decorative Art

That the function of the arts is to teach was an idea almost universally held in Europe before the 17th century. In India, their object was consideredto be the evocation of rasa or an aesthetic emotion, ---a thrilling sensation roused by the appeal of bea... Read >
Author: Art Auction India

Antique Lamps - Dresden, a Lost History

The subject of "Dresden" porcelain is not only vast, but can be a complete minefield. Dresden is more of a region or style than a single maker and basically one with a lost history. It's not what's known about Dresden, but what's not known about Dresden t... Read >
Author: Maurice Robertson

The Past and Present Situation of Nike Heel Shoes

Additionally, it adds to the confidence of a girl to become adored so visibly by the guys. The love of nike high heels shoes helps make a girl pay a lot of money over custom made wear. Her adore for these footwear has made manufacturers invent an increasi... Read >
Author: Phillip Cochran

Criminal Law: A Crucial Evaluation of Murder

Introduction Murder isn't provided for in any statute in England or Wales, with its definition emanating from case law. The definition of murder will be counteracted into 2 components, mens rea and actus reus. This transient article can target these two ... Read >
Author: Amie Erickson

The hsitory of early hand tools.

We take it for granted that hand tools have always been around because we live in a sophisticated society where there is a hand tool for almost every job and they come in a wide range of styles and designs. There are hand tools designed specifically for m... Read >
Author: timwoz

Cathedral of Saint Nicholas de Bari

The cathedral of Saint Nicholas de Bari is the main church and one of the most important landmarks of the city of Alicante and it is one of the many things that have been left in Alicante since the Moorish times. As many other churches in Spain, it was bu... Read >
Author: Franck Lisle

Dressing Gowns are back in fashion

A dressing gown is a loose, front open gown with a belt to close in front. It was not popular in the 17th century but now the trends have changed. Dressing gowns are back in fashion. They make you look cool and calm, relax and composed. Nowadays Mens dres... Read >
Author: altairstaticvm

Indulge in Making Belgian Waffles with Commercial Waffle Maker

Making the yummy Belgian waffles in no time become all that easy for you with the help of commercial waffle maker. This well known waffle iron maker was invented for Americans by the Dutch pilgrims at the time of 17th century. The primary type of the w... Read >
Author: Daphne Stephen

Harmonize Your Toile Curtains With Your Living Room Furniture

Ever wondered what a toile is and what it does? All you need is a crash course and you'll have the perfect idea on how your living room should be made to live up to your expectations. Toile receives its name from the French term for cloth, "Toile du Jo... Read >
Author: Nazima Golamaully

Styles Of Long Leather Gloves

Perhaps the oldest and most romanticised of all the ladies fashion accessories are long leather gloves. They could be found in the wardrobe of royalty and the aristocracy as the early as the 17th century and saw their last great peak in the first half of ... Read >
Author: toby logue

Tea Notions & Potions: The Superstition of Tea

When tea arrives in the Western world in the 17th century it came with a healthy bundle of superstitions. In part this may tie to all the mystical qualities ascribed to various herbs. Smart merchants always had a good story to help sell their goods. The m... Read >
Author: Steve Churchill

Provencal Fabrics – A Great Choice for Your Household Linens

Provencal fabrics come from Provence, in southeastern France on the Mediterranean. Currently available worldwide, these fabrics make a practical and beautiful choice while being easy to care for. Provençal fabrics have their beginnings in the 17th centur... Read >
Author: Michael Newberg

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