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Vertical wooden comb with angular handle incised with linear design.
Comb
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Foad Seyed Mohammadi

Comb

Maker Akan Artist
Dateundated
Place of originGhana, Africa
MediumWood
Dimensions9 1/2 x 2 3/8 x 3/8 in. (24.1 x 6 x 1 cm)
ClassificationsFurnishings and Equipment
Credit LineGift of Rod McGalliard
Object number1990.14.80
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