Wreath
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A wreath is a ring made of flowers, leaves and sometimes fruits that can be used as an ornament, hanging on a wall or door, or resting on a table. A small wreath can be also worn on the head as a form of headdress.
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[edit] Symbolism
[edit] Greece
A wreath of laurel was used to crown victors of olympic competitions, inherited from one of the symbols of the god Apollo, who is often depicted wearing/ holding a wreath of laurel leaves. Olive wreaths were also given to olympic victors. The flowers are always white.[1]
[edit] Rome
Laurel wreaths were worn on the heads of military and government officials in parades. Roman consuls and senators wore wreaths of olive leaves in public. Funeral wreaths were a Roman custom. They often appear carved on sarcophagi.
[edit] China
A wreath is decroated with flowers that represent death, used at funerals.
[edit] As an attire
A wreath is a headdress made from leaves, flowers and branches. It is typically worn in festive occasions and on holy days.
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