Nubian wig
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nubian-wig-294-3352046
title:
Nubian wig
text:
In Ancient Egyptian society, hair was an embodiment of identity. It could carry religious and erotic significance and portray information about gender, age, and social status. During the New Kingdom, more elaborate hairstyles for men and women, incorporating curls and plaits, began to be favored over the traditional, simple hairstyles of the Old and Middle Kingdoms. Nubian wigs, which Ancient Egyptians grew fond of during the Amarna period, were meant to mimic the short curly hair that Nubian t
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description:
Form of headdress worn by ancient Egyptians
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nubian_wig
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2024-03-22T00:28:13Z
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