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Art Nouveau graphic artists portrayed women as enchanting, otherworldly maidens and their elaborate portrayal of female tresses helped distinguish the design style. From decorative arts to paintings and illustrations, women’s hair serves as a focal point and takes on a life of its own. Locks flow, curve, and meander, often filling the entire canvas. This image was posted on March 14, 2016.

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