Buttons, Buttonology-and Part 2 LOL.pptx

Buttons 2

1. The history of buttons is as rich and varied as the materials they are made from. While rudimentary forms of fastening have existed for millennia, the button as we know it began to gain prominence in the Middle Ages. Initially, buttons were symbols of wealth and status, crafted from precious metals, adorned with jewels, and reserved for the upper echelons of society. The intricate designs and exquisite craftsmanship of these early buttons offer a fascinating glimpse into the artistic sensibilities and social hierarchies of the time. Examining a collection of antique buttons is akin to holding miniature historical artifacts, each telling a silent story of its era.