Comb, Ornamental

Name/Title

Comb, Ornamental

Entry/Object ID

G91.157

Description

Dark tortoiseshell, high, wide sort of bean- shaped bridge with edges rolled slightly back. 8 curved teeth, not real pointy but hand cut. Pierced design of chrysanthemum sprays surrounding a large Chinese knot of stylized hair texture. No marks. 7” high by 8” across.

Collection

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Made/Created

Date made

1825 - 1835

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Search Terms

Pierced design