Making these boxes became quite a cottage industry in the Bavarian regions, often with the boxes being constructed by one family and then sent to a schachtelmaler, or box-painter, for decoration. 1 This top of this stunning box is decorated with the figures of a gentleman and two young women.
Average Cost of a Wedding Venue. Couples spend between $12,343 and $14,006 on average for their wedding venue, according to recent surveys of brides. This cost includes any general location fee as well as food, drinks and incidentals like tables, chairs and linens. Each couple's venue cost, furthermore, is highly individual and varies based on their vision, geography, and budget.
1 A church ceremony can cost between $100 and $400 for rental of a small chapel on a college campus or in a park that accommodates up to 100 guests. 2  A medium-sized church or synagogue can cost $500 to $800 to accommodate 100 to 250 guests. The average total cost of a wedding ceremony location is $435, according to The Bridal Association of America.