Come on in--it's time for Corpsegoddess' Graveyard Shift. On this page I'll be putting anything spooky, gothy, scary, eerie or ethereal that strikes my twisted fancy. I also have a veil fetish, I love stripey tights, fashion photography and cool makeup. Enjoy.
If you love Halloween, please wander over to my other blog:
Wood Smoke and Pumpkins
If you enjoy schooling the younger generation:
Actually, yes, this *is* Goth
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Amazing Abandon Victorian House.
Urn Theme in Victorian Jewelry
Many of the pieces above depict urns, a common symbol of mortality in Victorian mourning jewelry. We also see several pieces with black enamel, which also represents mortality and death. White enamel was often used when remembering the death of a child or unmarried woman. Wheat sheaves, shown in pins in the bottom cluster, was a common symbol of prosperity and bounty. In fact, early bridal bouquets often included wheat for that very reason!
