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Comb

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Tortoiseshell comb with carved crown and floral design. The comb's crown features a row of carved flowers and leaves. A floral pattern extends below the crown. The comb has a semicircular shape with 21 long, thin teeth. The comb is titled "Comb". The artist is unknown.

Artwork Details

Date
late 18th century
Medium
tortoiseshell
Culture
American
Dimensions
600 × 590 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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