Comb - Akan - Ghana

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Dimitri André
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Holds a postgraduate degree in African studies and 15 years experience in African art.

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An Akan comb named Peigne from Ghana, dating to the mid-20th century, in a private collection, 41 cm high, 1 cm wide, 1 cm deep, weighs 1 g and is in excellent condition.

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Introduction to Our Appraisal and Sales House

Based in Belgium, our appraisal and sales house specializes in African art and ethnography. A leading seller on Catawiki for more than 8 years, we enjoy a solid reputation and a track record of several hundred sales with a satisfaction rate close to 100%.

We regularly assist with liquidations, successions and dispersals of collections, in collaboration with individuals and families in Belgium and neighboring countries. Our approach is rigorous, transparent and accessible, with sales often offered without reserve prices.

Some pieces that have passed through our hands have joined international private collections and, for some, museum institutions.

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Contact 7 days a week: we remain available for any questions or requests for additional information.

Introduction to Our Appraisal and Sales House

Based in Belgium, our appraisal and sales house specializes in African art and ethnography. A leading seller on Catawiki for more than 8 years, we enjoy a solid reputation and a track record of several hundred sales with a satisfaction rate close to 100%.

We regularly assist with liquidations, successions and dispersals of collections, in collaboration with individuals and families in Belgium and neighboring countries. Our approach is rigorous, transparent and accessible, with sales often offered without reserve prices.

Some pieces that have passed through our hands have joined international private collections and, for some, museum institutions.

Shipping insured within 24 hours, with careful packaging, insurance and tracking.
Contact 7 days a week: we remain available for any questions or requests for additional information.

Details

Indigenous object name
Comb
Ethnic group/ culture
Akan
Country of Origin
Ghana
Period
Mid 20th century
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
41 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Weight
1 g
Provenance
Private collection
BelgiumVerified
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Objects sold
97.55%
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