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Comb

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dark brown tortoiseshell hair comb, "Comb" by Gabrielle, featuring an ornate design on top and long, thin tines. The comb's top section is intricately carved with floral patterns and shapes, exhibiting a shiny surface. The tines are long and thin, spaced evenly apart, with a smooth finish. The comb is set against a plain white background.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
tortoiseshell
Culture
American
Dimensions
600 × 538 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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