Egg primitive times was a symbol of life.Perplexing combination of such a simple form with the ability to hide underneath the most complex processes associated with the formation of the body, did not leave indifferent minded people in all ages.
history of Easter eggs began with a visit by Mary Magdalene Roman emperor Tiberius.Speaking in the distant land of Palestine about the miraculous resurrection of Christ, and she and the apostles often faced with disbelief.It happened at this time.The Emperor began to laugh and Mary, amused, compared with the miracle of the resurrection impossible, in its view, the fact is instantaneous color change donated her egg white to red.I do not have time to get away from the face of Tiberius cheerful smile as zaalelo egg in his hands.Believe me or Mary Roman Bishop took this miracle for some unknown focus, history is silent, the people in general tend to distrust it when there is something real.But the illusions of reason we are willing to come through.
It got its start the story of Easter eggs and the tradition of gift giving on the feast of Easter.At first they were only painted in red, then the palette is expanded, adding elegance and a general atmosphere of jubilation around the holiday table.In addition, each color is symbolic: the green reflects the resurrection and Easter as a celebration of life, blue - soaring, yellow - the sunlight of faith.
the tradition to preserve donated symbols whole year - until the next Holy Sunday.But it was not easy to observe - they are fragile or perishable.The history of Easter eggs was continued wooden pysanka elaborate cartouches designs and Christian symbols.Each is a work of folk art to argue with others in the beauty and craftsmanship of someone who with God's help worked on its creation.This gift can be stored for years and admire him in those moments when he wanted to look at something beautiful.
Like every art, has been further developed and decorating Easter symbols.For the case come from the best jewelers known for their craftsmanship.Faberge Easter eggs - known firm, which gained fame thanks to the highest artistic quality of its products - became a symbol of the era.Impeccable filigree, inlay, enamel and diamonds combined with finely executed mechanisms are filled with works of art.Each of the masterpieces of jewelry had its name and, in the paschal meaning, carrying connotations associated with memorable events and dates.The history of Easter eggs of the late XIX and early XX centuries is closely linked with the name of Karl Faberge, execute orders of the imperial house.Many of his works can be seen in the collection of the Hermitage and other museums of the world level.
But not all be great jewelers.And it does not matter.Decorating eggs for Easter with their hands in advance helps to tune in to the upcoming holiday, his joyous and festive atmosphere.In this case, it is possible and necessary to show imagination, good today sold a variety of stickers and paint, to facilitate the work and give it elegance essential attributes of a great day.
Christ is risen!
