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Article: The three graces jewelry of the ages: candlelight and courtiers.(Jewelry in the Georgian Era)
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- Westchester County Business Journal
- Article date:
- September 27, 2004
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The 18th century is one of the grand ages of jewelry reputed for its scale, motifs and sheer opulence. Often referred to as the Georgian Era, the century is named for the reigns of the three King Georges of Britain, spanning from 1714-1830. Stylistically, the splendor of the age stems, in part, from the influence of the courts of Versailles and of Louis XIV, which had a profound impact on the arts and design. Benefiting from the 17th century's improvements in longer burning and cleaner candles, evening pursuits--balls, soirees and the like--became possible. For those who could afford such diversions, the need arose for fashion and jewelry to mirror the elegance and drama ...
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