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Hair, a universal human feature, has held a significant symbolic role in various mythologies and cultural traditions across the globe. This article investigates the meaning and importance of hair in European and worldwide mythology, as well as the significance of hair in representing feminine power...

Kiki Smith, a celebrated contemporary artist, is renowned for her evocative works that often explore the human condition through bodily forms and symbolism. This paper will delve into the recurrent use of hair in Smith’s works, analysing its representation, symbolism, and the artist's unique approach...

Kerry Howley, a contemporary British artist, is renowned for her distinctive and innovative use of unconventional materials in her work. One of her most celebrated pieces, "Attraction/Aversion" (2011), dramatically employs hair as the primary medium, offering a fascinating exploration of attraction and repulsion in the...

Hair has long been a potent symbol in human societies, carrying various meanings and associations across different cultures and time periods. In Polish culture, folklore, and mythology, hair plays a particularly prominent role in the construction of the female form, representing beauty, power, and tradition....