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Large Ashanti African Carved Wood Tribal Comb, Ghana

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Large Ashanti African Carved Wood Tribal Comb, Ghana

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Description

Ca. early 20thC. Large (8 7/8") wood Ashanti comb, Ghana. Good, with age-appropriate wear, with a few light splits and wear to teeth, with one broken end of tooth measuring around 1/3". We believe this to be referred to as "Ashanti Comb" in Mr. Nooters notes, purchased Galerie Durieu-Maine, Paris in 2006.

Condition

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Dimensions

9 x 3 x 0.25 in

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Large Ashanti African Carved Wood Tribal Comb, Ghana

Name: Large Ashanti African Carved Wood Tribal Comb, Ghana
SKU: 151957168
Price: 140 USD
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Estimate $600 - $900

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