An Old Habit by goldie

Poser • Historical • posted on Apr 10, 2016

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The title is a play on the concept of a nun's habit. A little background on Egyptian wigs: A shaved head was a sign of nobility during most of the Egyptian kingdoms, however most Egyptians kept their heads covered. Wigs were worn in place of headdresses or, for special occasions, with elaborate headdresses. Slaves and servants were prohibited by Egyptian law from shaving their heads or wearing wigs. The ancient Egyptians started wearing wigs from the earliest dynasties (c. 3200 BCE). These earlier wigs for both men and women were closely cropped with rows of short curls or slightly longer straight hair. In later kingdoms, some women began to grow their hair longer and wore wigs of greater length and bulk that showed their natural hair beneath. Over time, styles changed and became more elaborate for both men and women. For special occasions, wigs were decorated with gold, braided with colorful ribbons, or adorned with beads. Wigs were made even more elaborate with the addition of golden bands, caps, and fancy headbands. Wigs were considered by upper-class Egyptian men and women as an essential part of their wardrobe. Wearing a wig signaled a person's rank in Egyptian society. Been a while since I have posted here at Rosity. Reason being that I have been totally involved in Chloe's care--going on two years now with the cancer thang. She's still with me, and has outlived the doctor's prognosis/expectations by more than a year. Just tons of work with all the research and the various nutraceuticals that she receives each day. But certainly the time, effort and expense are worth it--she's my bestest of friends. She's now in her 14th year and quite frankly, she has never looked better and her mood is still fresh and feisty :) Anyway, do hope all are well and many thanks for dropping by.

Comments (21)

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zaqxsw

5:07PM | Sun, 10 April 2016

Fantastic image! She's gorgeous!

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Cyve

5:10PM | Sun, 10 April 2016

Beautiful character and I love her outfit !

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Faemike55

5:12PM | Sun, 10 April 2016

a very lovely lady! Excellent work! Glad to hear that Chloe is still with you.

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doarte

5:56PM | Sun, 10 April 2016

Exquisite. Always astonishing the eye with your visual. My best to Chloe, and good to see your creating.

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eekdog Online Now!

7:01PM | Sun, 10 April 2016

Bitchin' cool jewelry and textures, image is way cool, Barb. Also love your discription, Glad you had a moment to share with us this well done image my friend. Hope and pray all goes well.

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GrandmaT Online Now!

7:28PM | Sun, 10 April 2016

Fabulous image!

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Richardphotos

7:29PM | Sun, 10 April 2016

maybe an old habit, but a beautiful queen even if she has a blue caste.

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tetrasnake

8:26PM | Sun, 10 April 2016

Welcome back! And such a gorgeous comeback! Well done!

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ArtistKimberly

10:13PM | Sun, 10 April 2016

Breathtakingly Beautiful,

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giulband

12:43AM | Mon, 11 April 2016

Exquisite image with a very very fascinating atmosphere !!

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ontar1

6:49AM | Mon, 11 April 2016

Gorgeous!

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rajib

12:29PM | Mon, 11 April 2016

Wonderful lighting and pose. Adds to the atmosphere.

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KatesFriend

3:11PM | Mon, 11 April 2016

Hey Barb, glad that you are back. It is so mice to see your work again. Excellent composition.

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crender

3:35PM | Mon, 11 April 2016

Marvelous!!!!!!

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flavia49

6:45PM | Mon, 11 April 2016

welcome back! Glad that Chloe is OK. wonderful image. Wigs were a frequent poetic metaphor for "having sex." Saying "tonight I'll put a perfumed wig on" was an clear invitation for sexual intercourse. ;-)