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Medium7 worksHuman hair is a material identified in 7 works at The Met, most commonly used for textiles in the Egyptian Art department.
Collection Overview
| Total Works | 7 |
| Top Department | Egyptian Art |
| Top Classification | Textiles |
Notable Works
Bundle of Braids of Hair
Bundle of Locks of Hair
Bundle of Locks of Hair
Bundle of Locks of Hair
Bundle of Locks of Hair
Bundle of Locks of Hair
TextilesTextile Fragments and braid
Wig
AM
Amulet, mud ball with human hair
Frequently Asked Questions
How many works by Human hair are in The Met?
The Metropolitan Museum of Art holds 7 works related to Human hair.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026