Hair receivers: Secret beauty aids of the past
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A hair receiver can be identified by a finger-wide hole in the lid, through which hair is deposited, which is made of a variety of materials including glass, celluloid and porcelain. Japanese potters created hair receivers, however it is uncertain whether Japanese women also collected their spare hair for adornment.
Publication Name: Antiques & Collecting Magazine
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 1084-0818
Year: 2003
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Timeless elegance: the regal beauty of the rose bowl
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Rose bowls are generally furnished with hand-painted designs or enamel decorations, and are usually coated with unusual colors for added value. Rose bowls date back from the Victorian era, when they were used as containers for perfumes and air fresheners.
Publication Name: Antiques & Collecting Magazine
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 1084-0818
Year: 1997
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The elegance and beauty of Meissen Dinnerware
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The artistry and craftsmanship of Meissen porcelain have made it a highly-desired collector's item worldwide. More than 700 different types of ornamental etchings can be found on existing Meissen pieces today.
Publication Name: Antiques & Collecting Magazine
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 1084-0818
Year: 1996
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