Of Masks, Pins, Brooches…
Comedy and tragedy masks are icons of the theater that many people who love live performance have embraced for generations. The roots of the comedy tragedy mask goes back as far as Ancient Greece but the appeal is still widespread. In fact you can find this theme in a number of different styles and designs as well as in different products.
If you know someone who loves the theater you may want to look into making a special gift out of comedy and tragedy masks. There are a lot of products that would make great presents to anyone who has a CD of the musical Chess in their car or anyone who has lines from Cat on a Hot Tin Roof committed to memory.
Jewelry is always a well received present. Choosing a piece of jewelry with a comedy and tragedy mask is a winning move. You can find an assortment of styles and designs that have the famous icons of theater as their foundation. Finding the right one is the key.
On of the most common pieces of jewelry that have the comedy and tragedy masks is the brooch. While pins and brooches were quite popular awhile back, they seem to have lost favor among younger crowds. The comedy and tragedy masks may be appreciated by a young person but a pin may be best for a more mature recipient.
Barrettes, on the other hand are perfect for a young lady who appreciates elements of theater. Comedy and tragedy masks can be found in the form of beautiful barrettes that come in an array of materials. A shiny gold barrette is perfect for dressy occasions while an understated brushed silver barrette is great for everyday wear.
Gentlemen would probably prefer a tie. There are a lot of ties that have comedy and tragedy masks in their designs. Some are ornate and bold while others are quite subtle. The subtle designs are so understated that they can be worn just about anywhere, even to the office.
Who says you have to wear the comedy and tragedy masks? There are plenty of items that have the classic theater design that require no application. You may want to purchase a nice key ring that has the theater mask design. This is a great item for someone who wants to show support for live acting but doesn’t want to blatantly advertise it.
Other objects include wine glasses, which are particular favorites of mine. The ones that caught my eye are simply made of glass but they have comedy and tragedy masks embellishing the bottom of the stems. The masks are pewter and magnificent.
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[…] For people who love theater, getting theater memorabilia as gifts is second to none. There are plenty of options to choose; from comedy and tragedy masks, pins and brooches to wine glasses. To know more, read our article, “Of Masks, Pins, Brooches…“ […]
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