Wooden Comb

A carved wooden comb with an elaborate handle. The handle consists of two pipe bowls attached to a rattle, carved into the shaft of the handle with a small ball in it. The handle and teeth base are decorated with circles carved in relief. The comb has five teeth.

Further Information

• Type: Toilet/cosmetic equipment, Regalia
• Object: Wooden Comb
• Materials: Wood
• Culture Group: Mende
• Dimensions: 305mm
• Production Date: Pre 1960
• Associated Places: Unknown
• Associated People: Guy Massie-Taylor (Collector)
• Museum: Glasgow Museums
• Accession Number: GLAMG:A.1985.13.dx

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