The Wig

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The Wig

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Author: Luigi Amara

Type: Hardback

ISBN: 9781789143461

Date: 12th October, 2020

Publisher: REAKTION BOOKS

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Whether in a court room or a dressing room, wigs come in many forms and represent many things: from power, to sexuality, to parody, to health, to self-identity, to disguise. Wigs are present at parties and in chemotherapy rooms, in pop music and contemporary art. In this witty and eloquent book, Luigi Amara reflects on the curious history of the wig and along the way takes a sideways look at Western civilization. Amara illuminates how the wig has starred throughout history, from ancient Egypt to the court of Louis XIV, and from British courtrooms to drag shows today. Containing many striking and unusual images, The Wig will appeal to all those interested in the history of fashion-as well as philosophy, art, culture, and aesthetics.

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