Comb

Description

Comb with nine prongs and hemispherical handle with filigree work, silver: Africa, East Africa, Somalia, Jubaland, 19th century

Museum reference

A.L.294.8

Collection

World Culture

Object name

Comb, Hair ornament

Production information

Unknown
Jubaland, Somalia, Eastern Africa

Date

19th century

Style / Culture

Bajun Coast

Materials

Silver

Physical description

Silver; both sides decorated with coarse filigree work and studs

Exhibitions

• Patterns of Life (29 Jul 2011)
  National Museum of Scotland

On display

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