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Vertical wooden comb with openwork handle carved with two figures, stool, and geometric forms.
Comb (duafe)
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Foad Seyed Mohammadi

Comb (duafe)

Maker Akan Artist
Date20th century
Place of originGhana, Africa
MediumWood
Dimensions8 3/8 x 3 5/8 x 3/8 in. (21.3 x 9.2 x 1 cm)
ClassificationsFurnishings and Equipment
Credit LineGift of Rod McGalliard
Object number1990.14.79
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