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Pair of East African Ebony Combs, 19th C.

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Pair of East African Ebony Combs, 19th C.

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Pair of antique ethnographic East African ebony wood combs. Male and female versions with traditional carving and rounded tines indicative of late 19th century early 20th century work. Combs comes from original collector. 8.75 x 2.25, female 8.25 x 2.5 in.

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Pair of East African Ebony Combs, 19th C.

Name: Pair of East African Ebony Combs, 19th C.
SKU: 69988859
Price: 150 USD
Availability: InStock

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