Comb - Wood - Purchased comb, H: 54 cm
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Ashanti hand-carved wooden comb from Ghana, titled 'Peigne Achantis', 45 cm high with 11 cm depth and 11 cm width, weighing about 5 kg, in good condition with some wear and stains due to age.
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This is a vintage, hand-carved Ashanti wooden comb from Ghana.
Among the Ashanti, combs were given by men to fiancés, wives, and friends as acts of devotion and commitment. The long association of the Ashanti with Europe is evidenced by the frequent use of Western symbols, even in traditional 19th-century art and earlier. Keeping a woman's hair well-groomed demonstrates that she is wealthy and never needs to carry burdens on her head. Thus, the comb becomes a symbol of prestige for its owner. This comb would make a beautiful addition to your home or collection.
Each comb has a unique design.
Sold without a base. Minor restoration visible.
Immediate delivery, customized packaging, support available 24/7.
The weight is provided as a guideline to estimate the shipping costs, which include packaging, handling, and support fees.
This is a vintage, hand-carved Ashanti wooden comb from Ghana.
Among the Ashanti, combs were given by men to fiancés, wives, and friends as acts of devotion and commitment. The long association of the Ashanti with Europe is evidenced by the frequent use of Western symbols, even in traditional 19th-century art and earlier. Keeping a woman's hair well-groomed demonstrates that she is wealthy and never needs to carry burdens on her head. Thus, the comb becomes a symbol of prestige for its owner. This comb would make a beautiful addition to your home or collection.
Each comb has a unique design.
Sold without a base. Minor restoration visible.
Immediate delivery, customized packaging, support available 24/7.
The weight is provided as a guideline to estimate the shipping costs, which include packaging, handling, and support fees.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
5 kg
Title additional information
Purchased comb, H: 54 cm
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Ghana
Material
Wood
Colour
Brown
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
45 cm
Width
11 cm
Depth
11 cm
Estimated Period
1990-2000
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