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Comb

c. 1910
Wood
Overall: 9.5 cm (3 3/4 in.)
Gift of Katherine C. White 1976.180
Location: not on view
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Several combs demonstrate a diversity of form and treatment. One (1976.180), a vigorously carved work showing a powerful drummer in performance, is an excellent example of Chokwe artistry meant for female patrons.
Comb

Comb

c. 1910

Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo or Angola, Chokwe, 20th century

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