Modern people wear wigs of various shapes and colors for various reasons, but the biggest promoter of turning wigs into a fashion trend was the famous king of high heels in history - Louis XIV. After four hundred years of change, Russian artist Asya Kozina used paper sculptures to create Baroque-style wigs to pay tribute to that gorgeous art period.
"Baroque paper wigs" is a series of paper sculpture wigs carefully crafted by Kozina, which embellishes flowers, sailboats and other objects on huge headdresses; now the second version is launched, adding the majesty of modern products to the luxury of classical wigs , exquisite masterpieces that symbolize time and history, such as towering skyscrapers, flying airplanes, elegant violins and rotating Ferris wheels, are all her creative materials.
“Our new series of works is a combination of old and new luxury, with skyscrapers towering over ornate hairstyles, and airplanes decorated with flowers and ostrich feathers.” The artist describes the concept of the work, “They (paper sculptures) also have Ferris wheels and violins. and Japanese-style wigs decorated with cherry blossoms, symbolizing the multicultural characteristics of modern life." Kozina borrows from the past, but still retains the characteristics of modern technology. It can be said to be one of the examples of artistic creation that transcends ancient and modern times.
The 30cm miniature headpiece is quite delicate.
In addition to wearable sizes, the Baroque paper sculpture wig series also includes miniature headdress versions of about 30 cm in glass containers, as well as butterflies, shawls... and other gorgeous accessories., which makes people want to touch and wear these clothes in person.