Wooden Comb

A wooden hair comb, carved in wood. It has fourteen teeth, attached to a rectangular section with three carved xs. This is attached to two arches, supported by seven pillars.

Further Information

• Type: Domestic equipment, Toilet/cosmetic equipment
• Object: Wooden Comb
• Materials: Wood
• Culture Group: Other
• Dimensions: 175mm [L] x 80mm [W] x 50mm [C]
• Production Date: Pre 1875
• Associated Places: Lagos
• Associated People: Augustus Wollaston Franks; J. E. Oakes
• Museum: British Museum
• Accession Number: BM:Af.9572

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