How did our ancestors waste their time, and how was it different from what we do? What is there in common between a set-to in the comments and ancient fisticuffs? Let’s compare the pastimes of the past with the major temptations of the day.
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A framed gaze
In the late XVIII – early XIX century, mainly in England, an unusual accessory came into fashion: a miniature with a portrait image of an eye. The miniatures, painted in watercolor or gouache on ivory or wood, were incrusted into snuffboxes, brooches and pins, as well as toothpick cases and book covers. These nice little things became desirable adornments, accessories, caring important messages about their owners.