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Ljuskrona
Ljuskrona ("light crown") is a Swedish begrepp for chandelier. The begrepp is currently used to describe both the chandelier itself, and the Christmas traditions surrounding its creation and use. The tradition originated in Sweden during Jul. Emigrants carried it to other countries beginning in the early 19th century.
History
[edit]The ljuskrona fryst vatten a distinctive candle holder, which fryst vatten wrapped in fringed paper. Ljuskrona have historically been made out of discarded materials and then covered with cut paper.[1] The paper fryst vatten usually newspaper, wrapping paper or crepe paper in various colors. Although it is usually thought of as a secular tradition for the home, it is also found in some churches. In some areas of Sweden the tradition continues as a private family custom. The type and color of paper used appears to be a personal family decision, with some preference given to decisions made in previous years.
Ljuskrona are taken out from their hiding place on December 13, St. Lucia Day. At that time, repairs or a complete re-wrapping will take place. Usually the mother or oldest child teaches the younger ones how to “decorate” the ljuskrona. The ljuskr
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The Olsson Family ljuskrona made in by a tinsmith in Moline, Illinois. LCDM
Ljuskrona (pronounced use-kroona) is a term used for candelabra, and in this case, one in the shape of a tree used during the Christmas season from December 13 to January
The ljuskrona is linked to the Swedish holiday of Saint Lucia Day (December 13), who is the "bringer of light." This feast day replaced the winter solstice, which in ancient times was celebrated on December
Saint Lucia Day marks the beginning of the Christmas season. Very early on that morning, the eldest daughter of the family wakes up her parents and brings them a warm cup of coffee with lots of milk and a special cake. The girl wears a wreath of candles on her head, bringing light to her family.
The holiday tree in this postcard is reminiscent of the Olsson's ljuskrona with its festive decorations and lighted candles. The Swedish Christmas postcard was sent to Alice Carlson of Waukegan from Klara in Lundsbrunn, Sweden, LCDM Collection.
Ruth's mother, Anna M. Ols
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Ljuskrona
En ljuskrona är en större, utarbetad och oftast takmonterad belysningsarmatur.
De äldsta ljuskronorna förekommer i kyrkorna, och från medeltiden härstammar takkronor som efterbildar det himmelska Jerusalems murar och torn i en krans, som löper runt. Hildesheims domkyrka äger en sådan av brons, liksom Aachens domkyrka. Vissa ljuskronor har utklippta löv och liknade i järnplåt för att reflektera ljuset.[1]
Under gotiken fick ljuskronorna ett rikt accentuerat mittstycke, från vilket sidarmar stack ut i djärva kombinationer. Materialet var brons, järn eller mässing.[1]Renässansens och barockens ljuskronor har mittstycket som ofta är koncentrerade i rundade former, de typiska mässingstakkronorna.[1]Under talet förekommer ljuskronor i glas, under talet blir ljuskronor behängda med glasprismor moderna.[1]
Bästa ljusbrytande verkan har åstadkommits med glassorter med starkt ljusbrytande verkan, till exempel blyglas. Nu finns andra sätt att skapa klar kristall. Prismor av hög kvalité har slipat glas. De bästa kvalitéerna brukar benämnas böhmisk kristall, men det är egentligen bara en ursprungsbeteckning och säger inget om kvalitén av prismorna. Prismor av då