Monday, 1 June 2020

Changing Beauty: The Use of Elaborate Wigs in Ancient Egypt.


Ancient Egyptians are known by many as a historical symbol of ancient beauty, vanity, and hygiene. The appearance was very important in the country near the Nile River. The way people looked was a symbol of their wealth, status, and role in society. The desire for a beautiful body influenced fashion, but the climate and medical issues also formed a unique style.
Changing Beauty: The Use of Elaborate Wigs in Ancient Egypt | Ancient Origins
Gallo - Roman artifacts on display in the Musée d'archéologie Bargoin in Clermont, France. From the 2nd century AD site of Martres de Veyre. Braided hairpiece.
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Another view of the 1839 hair find. It is believed to have belonged to a woman, but could have belonged to a man instead.
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