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Ceremonial Comb, an African hand-carved hardwood tribal comb, 66 cm tall, 10 cm wide, 0.7 cm deep, dating to 1950–1960, in good condition with age-related wear, provenance: Private collection, Freiburg, Germany.
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Large Hand-Carved Hardwood Ceremonial Comb – African Tribal Art – 66 cm
A striking and unusually large hand-carved wooden ceremonial comb, crafted from dark hardwood.
This impressive piece features an elaborate openwork handle with geometric forms and a central panel decorated with finely engraved ornamental motifs. The long, slender teeth and refined craftsmanship suggest that the object was not intended for everyday use, but rather served as a ceremonial or status item.
The style and construction are consistent with traditional African tribal combs, which were used as personal adornment and symbols of identity and status.
The comb shows clear signs of hand craftsmanship, including visible carving marks, natural irregularities, and a warm patina developed over time. Minor losses and wear are present, particularly on the edges and carved sections, which are consistent with age and use.
An impressive ethnographic object with strong decorative appeal, ideal for collectors of African tribal art and wooden artefacts.
Provenance: Private collection, Freiburg, Germany.
Details
Country of origin: Africa
Material: Hand-carved hardwood (tropical wood)
Period: Mid to Late 20th century
Condition: Good condition with age-related wear and minor losses
Large Hand-Carved Hardwood Ceremonial Comb – African Tribal Art – 66 cm
A striking and unusually large hand-carved wooden ceremonial comb, crafted from dark hardwood.
This impressive piece features an elaborate openwork handle with geometric forms and a central panel decorated with finely engraved ornamental motifs. The long, slender teeth and refined craftsmanship suggest that the object was not intended for everyday use, but rather served as a ceremonial or status item.
The style and construction are consistent with traditional African tribal combs, which were used as personal adornment and symbols of identity and status.
The comb shows clear signs of hand craftsmanship, including visible carving marks, natural irregularities, and a warm patina developed over time. Minor losses and wear are present, particularly on the edges and carved sections, which are consistent with age and use.
An impressive ethnographic object with strong decorative appeal, ideal for collectors of African tribal art and wooden artefacts.
Provenance: Private collection, Freiburg, Germany.
Details
Country of origin: Africa
Material: Hand-carved hardwood (tropical wood)
Period: Mid to Late 20th century
Condition: Good condition with age-related wear and minor losses
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
260 g
Title additional information
Ceremonial Comb
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Africa
Material
Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
66 cm
Width
10 cm
Depth
0.7 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
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