Carved Ebony African Hair Comb with Rooster gold and silver or a pretty bowl for

or a pretty bowl for assorted treats

The is a bit of irregularity to its form

and clearly took a great deal of time and care to make

or for anyone wishing to master the art of persuasion

Carved Ebony African Hair Comb with Rooster gold and silver or a pretty bowl forIn researching the origins of this carved wooden comb, I am struck by the incredible array of hair combs and hair ornaments that have been created from ancient to modern times, in all manner of styles and materials. This one made of what appears to be ebony, features long tapered teeth, bands of intricately carved pattern, and a terrifically proud rooster at the top. I would guess it was made in the mid 20th century and believe it was made in Benin,