Lady Godiva velvet bag
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Voglio Bene's gorgeous, high-quality velvet pouch with a Lady Godiva print. Different prints on the front and back. Finished with a zipper and inner lining.
- Voglio Bene, Made in France
- Size: 17*23cm
- Weight: 70g
The Legend of Lady Godiva
Lady Godiva was an 11th-century noblewoman from England, famous for the legend of her riding naked through the streets of Coventry. This act was a protest against the high taxes imposed by her husband Leofric, Earl of Mercia. Lady Godiva asked the townspeople to stay indoors and close their windows during the ride so that no one would see her. According to legend, one man disobeyed this request and peeked through the window. He became known as Peeping Tom.
The story is a mixture of historical fact and myth, and while Lady Godiva's existence is historically proven, the reality of the ride is uncertain. Godiva is also known for her charitable work and piety, and her story is part of British folklore. Lady Godiva symbolizes courage and social justice, her actions demonstrating remarkable sacrifice and commitment to the well-being of her people.
Symbolism is always multi-layered in nature and opens up in multiple interpretations, which everyone can approach from their own starting points, thus enriching the understanding of the different dimensions of the symbol.
