Subject

Wig

Portrait of Louis of France — Louis Tocqué

Wig is a subject in art. The gallery holds 35 works in this subject in art, including works by Claude Monet, Nicolas de Largillière and Rigaud Hyacinthe.

A wig is a head covering made from human or animal hair, or a synthetic imitation thereof. The word is short for "periwig".

Key artists

Works

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Frequently asked questions

What is Wig?

Wig is a subject in art. A wig is a head covering made from human or animal hair, or a synthetic imitation thereof.

How many Wig works does Artifact World Gallery have?

Artifact World Gallery holds 35 public-domain Wig works, all free to view and download.

Who are the key Wig artists?

Key Wig artists in the collection include Claude Monet, Nicolas de Largillière and Rigaud Hyacinthe.

Where can I see Wig works?

Wig works in the collection are held by Groeningemuseum, Palace of Versailles and Museum of Fine Arts Boston.