File:Rotating shaving razor, Egypt, 1405-1367 BCE Wellcome L0065474.jpg

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Rotating shaving razor, Egypt, 1405-1367 BCE
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Rotating shaving razor, Egypt, 1405-1367 BCE
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Rotating shaving razors were introduced in the second half of the 18th dynasty (1550-1292BCE). This is a bronze example. Shaving was significant in Egyptian cultural life. It was compulsory for Egyptian priests to shave their heads and bodies for ceremonial purposes. High status men and women often shaved their heads and wore wigs of human hair.

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Place made: Egypt

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Keywords: classical and medieval medicine; razor
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  • Library reference: Science Museum A634875
  • Photo number: L0065474
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