This is a container with spherical sections where aromatic substances such as amber, musk, fragrant herbs or incense were placed. It was considered a luxury item.
From the French pomme d'ambre — "fragrant apple", was common in European countries in the Middle Ages.
Pomander
At first, this accessory was quite modest in size. But by the end of the 18th century, it began to increase in size.
In the period from 1780 to 1820, the muff reached colossal dimensions and also turned into a bag in which fans and other junk were stored.
In the period from 1780 to 1820, the muff reached colossal dimensions and also turned into a bag in which fans and other junk were stored.
A clutch or a hypertrophied accessory from the past. The muff appeared in Italy in the 15th century and from there it got to France, where over time men began to wear it.
Coupling
Toothpick – in the 16th century, this item was a luxury, gold, enamel, pearls and precious stones were used to create such toothpicks.
Toothpick
Stuffed animals and animal skins were also used for this purpose, whose paws and heads were bound with gold and jewelry.
They were made of bone, wood, carved stone, metal. A drop of blood or honey was stored inside to attract and catch fleas.
flea trap
A detail of the ceremonial knight's tournament armor. She protected the rider's thigh, because the chance that the spear would hit the leg was very high.
Dilje
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