Makeup is a box specially used by ancient women to make up and store cosmetics. It is usually made of wood or lacquerware and contains various cosmetics, such as rouge, make-up, balsam, eyebrow pencil and lipstick. It is an indispensable part of ancient female sexual life, and it is also the pursuit and embodiment of female beauty in ancient culture.
The shape and style of dowry vary from time to time and region, but it is usually a closed box with a number of small squares or drawers separated inside for storing various cosmetics. In ancient times, dowry was not only a tool for women to make up, but also one of their dowry, which had important symbolic significance.
Dowry is not only used as a cosmetic tool, but also often mentioned in ancient literature and art. For example, in ancient poems, we can often see descriptions of women dressing and making up in front of the mirror. In painting, makeup is also one of the common themes. Women in painting often comb their hair or make up before makeup.
Make-up is an indispensable part of ancient women's sexual life. It is not only a tool for their makeup, but also their dowry and cultural heritage. By understanding the historical and cultural connotation of dowry, we can better understand the life and cultural background of ancient women.
Synonyms for dowry:
1, cosmetic box: refers to the box used by women to store cosmetics and arrange makeup, which is usually small and easy to carry.
2. Dressing table: refers to a table or table for women to make up, on which items such as cosmetics and mirrors can be placed.
3. Cosmetics: refers to cosmetics used to beautify the face, body and other parts, such as foundation, lipstick and eye shadow.
4, balsam: refers to oily cosmetics used to moisturize and protect the skin, usually used in conjunction with rouge.
5. Rouge: refers to red cosmetics applied to the face, usually made of red pigment and oil.
6. Eyebrow pencil: refers to the pen-like cosmetics used to draw eyebrows, usually made of graphite or carbon black.
7. Lipstick: refers to cosmetics used to wipe lips, usually made of grease and red pigment.
8. Makeup: refers to a thin layer of cosmetics applied to the face, usually made of powder and oil.
9. Jewelry box: refers to the box used by women to store jewelry, which is usually small and easy to carry.
10. Jewelry: refers to precious jewelry worn by women, such as necklaces, earrings, bracelets, etc.