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Ashanti Figural Comb - African Early 20th Century

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Ashanti Figural Comb - African Early 20th Century

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Description

Ashanti / Asante carved wood figural comb, Ghana, Africa. Decorated with a salamander and plant in relief with the main form depicting a person with hands behind their head and geometric hair designs. Black surface with wood showing through from wear. Early 20th century.

HEIGHT: 12.5" (32 cm)

WIDTH: 3 1/2" (9 cm)

PROVENANCE: San Francisco collection.<

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Condition

Wear from tribal use. Old patination. Missing comb spokes (see photos).

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Ashanti Figural Comb - African Early 20th Century

Name: Ashanti Figural Comb - African Early 20th Century
SKU: 176736942
Price: 300 USD
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Estimate $300 - $500

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