Comb - Bone - Sisir Tulang Ukir

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A mid‑20th century Tanimbar Islands whale bone ceremonial comb (Sisir Tulang Ukir) from Indonesia, measuring 20 cm high, 17.3 cm wide, 2.5 cm deep and weighing 75 g, made from bone and in good condition with signs of age.

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A Tanimbar whale bone ceremonial comb / Sisir Tulang Ukir
Tanimbar Islands, South Moluccas, Indonesia - Mid 20th century

Traditional whale bone comb with intricate open-worked carvings.


Height = 20 cm
Width = 17.3 cm
Weight = 75 g

In good condition. Normal traces of age and use.
For a good impression, please watch all photos carefully.


Insured shipping.
Can also be collected in Ghent, Belgium.

A Tanimbar whale bone ceremonial comb / Sisir Tulang Ukir
Tanimbar Islands, South Moluccas, Indonesia - Mid 20th century

Traditional whale bone comb with intricate open-worked carvings.


Height = 20 cm
Width = 17.3 cm
Weight = 75 g

In good condition. Normal traces of age and use.
For a good impression, please watch all photos carefully.


Insured shipping.
Can also be collected in Ghent, Belgium.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
75 g
Specific region of origin
Tanimbar Islands (Maluku Islands)
Title additional information
Sisir Tulang Ukir
Country of Origin
Indonesia
Material
Bone
Indigenous object name
Sisir Tulang Ukir
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
20 cm
Width
17.3 cm
Depth
2.5 cm
Estimated Period
1950-1960
BelgiumVerified
1841
Objects sold
100%
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