Beyond the Hollywood myth: the reality of ancient Roman hairstyling
In short: Explore the authentic techniques of Roman hairdressing through a demonstration of third-century styles, as researcher Janet Stephens separates historical fact from cinematic fiction.
Professional hairstylist and researcher Janet Stephens examines the genuine passion for trending hairstyles in ancient Rome. The presentation moves from historical analysis to a live demonstration, where Stephens meticulously recreates an elaborate third-century hairstyle on a graduate student to showcase the complexity of Roman women's hair artistry.
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