ON SALE!! Antique East African Carved Wooden Hair Comb with Beaded Medallions and Stylized Head (Borana Style)home decor African art

This impressive antique East African carved wooden hair comb features a distinctive design that aligns with the "Borana comb" description, showcasing both artistic craftsmanship and functional elegance. The comb's upper section is adorned with a stylized human head, rendered in dark wood and embellished with small brass or metal studs. Below the head, three prominent oval-shaped medallions are meticulously covered with dense white beadwork, creating a striking contrast against the dark wood. The flat body leading to the four sturdy prongs is also adorned with geometric patterns of brass studs. Such combs were essential cultural items, used not only for maintaining elaborate traditional hairstyles but also as symbols of status and personal adornment within various East African communities. The rich patina and visible wear indicate its age and history as a genuine antique artifact.

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