Name/Title
Comb, ornamentalEntry/Object ID
G2010.049Description
Finely carved heavy tortoiseshell, hand carved teeth. Simple curved shape. Bridge has
dense filigree of peonies and stems. Floral border centered with a bat with elegantly
flourished wings.
6” high at center; 6” across. Early repair to break in form of a metal patch neatly
pinned to the base of the bridge, and two wires above.Collection
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume CollectionMade/Created
Date made
1810 - 1835Notes
User Age: Adult
Gender: FemaleLexicon
Search Terms
comb, ornamental, tortoiseshell, filigree, bat motifRelationships
Related Places
Place
Location
BuffaloState/Province
New YorkCountry
United States of AmericaContinent
North America
