Decoration and symbols: What adorns men

Men also adorn themselves - and have done so for thousands of years. Whether crown, ring, watch, tattoo or belt buckle: jewelry tells stories of power, status, belonging and identity. Nevertheless, the phenomenon of men's jewelry has hardly been acknowledged in terms of cultural history. For the first time, the Württemberg State Museum is dedicating a major special exhibition to this fascinating topic, which spans from the Stone Age to the present day. On display is the diversity of men's jewelry - from historical artefacts to handicraft objects and everyday items - enriched by educational and interactive elements. It is not just about pure adornment: What messages does jewelry convey? What meanings were attributed to jewelry elements? And how does men's jewelry relate to changing gender roles and masculinity? Ten thematic chapters open up an exciting view of history and combine historical exhibits with contemporary perspectives: from body adornment and insignia of power to function-oriented jewelry and professions of faith to social conventions and their transgression.