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"Plaited: A Tapestry of Styles and Cultures" From pop star Boy George's iconic plaited hair in the Culture Club era to the elegant braids adorning Orlando

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Plaited Collection: Eleanor of Aquitaine, Queen of Henry II, printed by Henry G. Bohn, 1856 (colour engraving)
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Plaited Collection: Pop star Boy George of Culture Club group. Pictured after the group moved into 15th spot
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Plaited Collection: Hinmatoowyalahtq it (Chief Joseph), 1879. Creator: Charles Milton Bell
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Plaited Collection: Orlando, a Bay Racehorse in a Loosebox, 1845 (oil on panel)
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Plaited Collection: Three people in Cowboy and Indian costume in studio photo
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Plaited Collection: Meditation, c. 1942 (gouache on newsprint on board)
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Plaited Collection: Pin-Up in Blue Shorts
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Plaited Collection: Her Horse Kills, 1908. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Plaited Collection: Ida Matton, 1923. Creator: Matilda Hanstrom
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Plaited Collection: Portrait of Stina Larsdotter Rim, 30 years old, Sjokksjokk, 1868. Creator: Lotten von Duben
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Plaited Collection: Julie von Benesch at the age of 8, 1889. Creator: Viktor Oskar Tilgner
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Plaited Collection: The mother of actor Alexander Girardi, 1889. Creator: Viktor Oskar Tilgner
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Plaited Collection: Eskimo mother with child on back, c1906. Creator: Lomen Brothers
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Plaited Collection: Wades in Water, Piegan Indian, full-length portrait, seated on floor, facing front... c1910
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Plaited Collection: Plenty Coups, Crow Indian, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing left, pompadour, temple... c1908
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Plaited Collection: Wolf, c1908. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Plaited Collection: Crow chief, 1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Plaited Collection: Tearing Lodge and wife(?), c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Plaited Collection: Pine Tree, 1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Plaited Collection: Pah Toi [B], c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Plaited Collection: The wife of Ow High, c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Plaited Collection: Strike On his Head, Crow Indian, Montana, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing front, loose
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Plaited Collection: Running Owl, c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Plaited Collection: Tsaassi-Mis-salla ('Crow with Necklace')-Sarsi, c1927. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Plaited Collection: Red Elk Woman, c1907. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Plaited Collection: Mosa-Mohave, c1904. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Plaited Collection: Mis Se Pah, c1903. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Plaited Collection: Wishham young woman, c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Plaited Collection: Lucille, c1907. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Plaited Collection: Lies Sideway, c1908. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Plaited Collection: Mosa-Mohave, c1903. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Plaited Collection: Rosa Lame Dog, c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Plaited Collection: Mrs. Jack Red Cloud, 1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Plaited Collection: Lucille [B], c1907. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Plaited Collection: Kó-pi ('Buffalo Mountain')-San Juan, c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Plaited Collection: Cheyenne young woman, c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Plaited Collection: Hard Wood, 1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Plaited Collection: Wishham woman, c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Plaited Collection: Lawyer-Nez Percé, c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Plaited Collection: Arikara woman, 1908, c1908. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Plaited Collection: Pounding fish-Wishram, c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Plaited Collection: Bird Rattle, 1909, c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Plaited Collection: Cheyenne girl, c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Plaited Collection: The Grizzly Bear, Piegan, half-length portrait, facing front, c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Plaited Collection: Cheyenne matron, 1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Plaited Collection: Quilcene boy, 1912, c1913. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Plaited Collection: Cheyenne girl, 1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Plaited Collection: Wife of Weasel Head-Piegan, c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis


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"Plaited: A Tapestry of Styles and Cultures" From pop star Boy George's iconic plaited hair in the Culture Club era to the elegant braids adorning Orlando, a Bay Racehorse in a Loosebox from 1845, plaited hairstyles have transcended time and boundaries. In 1879, Chief Joseph, also known as Hinmatoowyalahtq it, proudly displayed his intricate plaits that symbolized strength and tradition. Meanwhile, Meditation captured the serenity of a woman with neatly woven braids amidst chaotic times during World War II. The fusion of cultures is evident as three individuals don Cowboy and Indian costumes for a studio photo shoot. Their interwoven plaits represent unity beyond stereotypes. Pin-Up in Blue Shorts exudes confidence with her playful hairstyle while Eleanor of Aquitaine's regal presence is accentuated by her elaborate braided crown. Traveling back to ancient Egypt, we find an Egyptian woman adorned with ornate plaited hairstyles that were both fashionable and symbolic. The Sleeping Beauty encounters an old woman at a spinning wheel whose hands skillfully weave together strands into beautiful patterns—a metaphor for life's interconnectedness. IRETABE Native American Indian chief showcases Mohave tribe traditions through his intricately styled plaits—a testament to their rich heritage. Soho's vibrant streets come alive on Old Compton Street W1 where diverse communities intertwine like the tightly woven strands of hair—each adding their unique flair to London's cultural tapestry. Ayres and Smith straw boater hat advertisement from 1931 features men sporting smartly coiffed hair complementing their stylish headwear—an example of how even accessories can be enhanced by well-placed plaits.