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Big Wigs and Guinea Pigs

This post by Jo Faulkner explores the 18th century fashion for wearing large wigs and use of hair powder with a look at the hair powder tax.… Read More Big Wigs and Guinea Pigs

August 27, 2021August 26, 2021 northyorkscro1 Comment

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