Baoule comb
€140.00
The African comb came in different shapes and sizes, each skillfully adorned. This goes from the prestigious object to the ornamental comb which enhances the beauty of a man or a woman through the amulet combs which promote fertility or protect the person. It was used to develop fashionable hairstyles for women from the Baoulé or Akan country.
Shipping fees
00823
Data sheet
- Presumed dating
- 1st half XXth century
- Size
- 15 x 7 cm
- Ethnic group
- Baoulé / Baulé
- Material(s)
- Wood
- Country
- Ivory Coast
- Origin
- Tribal art collection France
- Condition
- Excellent
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The African comb came in different shapes and sizes, each skillfully adorned. This goes from the prestigious object to the ornamental comb which enhances the beauty of a man or a woman through the amulet combs which promote fertility or protect the person. It was used to develop fashionable hairstyles for women from the Baoulé or Akan country.