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Body painting

Scope note

Use for painting of the body, either in connection with ceremonies, festivals, or other special events, or for reasons of personal decoration.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000262450

Broader Terms used

painting (image-making)

Created

13yrs ago

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