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AFRICAN ORIGINAL HANDMADE WOOD FIGURE CHOKWE STATUE NATIVE DESIGN 8-TEETH COMB

$ 100.32

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Culture: African
  • Provenance: Ownership History Not Available
  • Modified Item: No
  • Condition: STAINED AND PATINATED BC OF USAGE.
  • Handmade: Yes
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: Cote d'Ivoire
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer

    Description

    AFRICAN HAND CARVED WOOD COMB JEWELRY
    ANCESTOR FIGURE PRESTIGE ADORNMENT
    Type of Object: Comb
    Ethnic Group: Chokwe
    Country of Origin: DR CONGO
    Materials: Wood
    Approximate Age: 30+ years
    Dimensions: 8.5" by 4.0" by 0.5"
    Weight: 77.0 g; 0.17 lbs; 2.7 oz
    Overall Condition: Used, EXCELLENT (with visible scratches and a broken tooth)
    This comb shows incredible carving with a thick nice dark brown patina. The wearing of an elaborate comb such as this one, is a sign of prestige for it demonstrates that the woman doesn't carry cargo on her head.
    Combs are among the oldest tools found by archaeologists. This comb came from an American collection purchased 20 years ago.
    Shipping & Handling Detail: US Buyers: Secure shipping and insurance will be determined by territory at close of auction. International Buyers: Secure shipping and insurance will be determined by territory at close of auction.  Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost.  These charges are the buyer's responsibility.  Please check with your country's custom office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding or buying.